Electrical Engineer
About The Position
NorthStar Energy Services is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for its Professional Engineering Consulting team. The role supports the design and execution of electrical systems for energy, petrochemical, and industrial facilities. The engineer will develop electrical design concepts, perform advanced engineering analyses, and ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements throughout the project lifecycle. The position works closely with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams to deliver safe, reliable, and constructible electrical designs for complex energy facilities. The listed location is The Galleria.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- At least 5 years of electrical engineering experience supporting midstream energy, petrochemical, or industrial facilities.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license; a license in the State of Texas is preferred.
- Advanced experience with ETAP, SKM, or equivalent electrical analysis software.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, or equivalent tools.
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Experience applying NFPA 70 (NEC), NESC, IEEE, NEMA, IES, UL, API RP 500, AGA XL101, and Title 49 CFR Parts 190–199.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Texas.
Responsibilities
- Perform electrical engineering analyses and system studies, including arc flash, short circuit, relay coordination, motor starting, voltage drop, and load flow, using ETAP or equivalent tools.
- Develop electrical system designs, including one-line diagrams, motor control schematics, conduit and cable schedules, grounding systems, and point-to-point wiring diagrams.
- Size and specify electrical power distribution, control equipment, and protection systems according to project requirements.
- Support area classification studies, overhead distribution, above- and below-grade conduit design, and Battery Energy Storage System integration.
- Review process and mechanical documents, including PFDs, P&IDs, and PPFDs, to align electrical designs with facility requirements.
- Perform QA/QC reviews of electrical drawings, calculations, and technical documents for compliance with company standards, industry codes, and safety-first design practices.
- Coordinate electrical deliverables with engineers, designers, and project team members across disciplines.
- Integrate company standards, municipal requirements, and regulatory codes into project designs.
- Review third-party vendor drawings and technical submittals for compatibility with the intended electrical design.
- Support project execution through field site assessments, RFI responses, and development of electrical design basis documentation.
Benefits
- 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Choice of PPO, HSA, or FSA.
- Short-term and long-term benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
