Electrical Project Engineer - Oil and Gas - Pipelines and Facilities

Atwell•Dallas, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Atwell is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer with energy experience for projects involving oil & natural gas, CO2, hydrogen, and RNG pipelines and facilities. The Lead Electrical Engineer will be responsible for developing opportunities, executing project work, and serving as the lead subject matter expert within the group. This role requires developing proficiency in essential job functions, including directing project teams, recommending design changes, communicating with clients and regulatory agencies, ensuring team performance, and maintaining professional knowledge. The position also involves collaborating with other Energy teams within Atwell and traveling when necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university in Electrical, Petroleum or related field required.
Professional License (PE) highly preferred.

Nice To Haves

Energy experience.
Experience with oil & natural gas, CO2, hydrogen, and RNG pipelines and facilities.

Responsibilities

Direct project team on various assignments as directed by the lead Project Manager providing technical guidance.
Recommend and implement design changes per the client’s request.
Communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, or public as needed.
Respond to project inquiries.
Serve as liaison between clients and project team members.
Ensure team performance and provide leadership to project teams.
Supervise, advise, and assist assigned project team members.
Foster teamwork within project teams and other teams within the firm.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge.
Establish personal networks.
Participate in applicable professional societies and trade associations.
Achieve team performance objectives as well as individual objectives.
Work closely with other Energy teams within Atwell to take advantage of expertise and share resources.
Manage the Engineering activities related to design for major Oil & Gas / Energy projects (pipelines & facilities) throughout the US.
Serve as a main point of contact for engineering activities.
Provide engineering technical input into projects at various stages (from feasibility/ preliminary to detailed design).
Coordinate engineering design efforts with EPC or external consultants to review and comment on design submittals in coordination with support from Atwell subject matter experts.
Manage and ensure all deliverables meet Project specifications.
Manage external engineering firms, subcontractors as well as various engineering disciplines (civil, mechanical, structural, etc.) to achieve the highest level of engineering and design for project execution.
Actively identify all critical risks, issues and impacts of the project specifically the adequate application of and adherence to corporate health & safety and environmental requirements.
Review/monitor contractors’ progress and monitor the progress relating to key project milestones.
Internal coordination with Development, Engineering, Permitting, GIS and Land group.
Assist procurement in running RFPs and managing the process to sub-contractors.
Remain up to date on new technologies and regulatory conditions including vendor qualifications, industry best practices, safety standards, and relevant standards development.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
Competitive Compensation packages
Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
Tuition Assistance
Student Loan Repayment
Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
Employee Referrals
Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
Dependent Care Match
Medical (BC/BS)
Dental (Delta)
Vision (VSP)
Family Planning & IVF Benefits
Pet Insurance
Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services