Senior Electrical Engineer EDH Engineering

Powell•Houston, TX

7h•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will elevate your career and make a significant impact by leading projects that craft cutting-edge solutions for diverse clients. At Powell, a Senior Electrical Engineer holding a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or a related engineering discipline with a focus on power, will be the “technical face” on projects from concept to completion. You will be working with clients to design custom Low and Medium Voltage Switchgear & Control Solutions to meet their technical specifications and quality standards within the constraints of the budget and the schedule. Additionally, a Senior Electrical Engineer stays updated on industry trends. Finally, you will join a team that fosters a supportive environment, continuous learning and development where your expertise will not only be appreciated but recognized and rewarded.

Requirements

BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology or related area
Minimum 4-8 years of experience in an Engineering role
Advanced drafting/ACAD skills
Proficient in electrical SWGR design and control schemes.
Proficient in understanding power systems and relay applications as applied to switchgear products

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred

Responsibilities

Independently complete standard projects to match client specifications and requirements
Draft electrical construction drawings using AutoCAD in conjunction with our in-house mechanical and wiring teams
Apply design knowledge to engineer 480V through 5kv Motor Control, and 480V through 38kV Switchgear along with other miscellaneous equipment
Work with the Project Management team to help interpret project write-ups, client specifications, drawings, and other correspondence during the life of the project
Create and validate Bills of Materials for client submittal and approval
Complete self and peer design reviews to verify accuracy and completeness of designs before issuing projects to Powell’s manufacturing floor for construction
Mentor junior engineers in their team
Provide technical support in client meetings
Coordinate with purchasing and suppliers to specify & approve component parts and assemblies
Provide prompt notification to supervisor and project management for issues that impact scope, budget, and schedule
Coordinate with the electrical design team, and the mechanical engineering team for the final design and construction package to include wiring diagrams, one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control schemes, and mechanical layouts of the project
Create AC and DC schematics, door component layouts, wiring diagrams, and one-line diagrams for project approval, construction and As-Built’s drawing submittals
Provide technical support as necessary for sales, application engineering, and inspection teams throughout the life of the project
Assist fellow production engineers in solving problems on a daily basis
Adhere to Powell’s policies and procedures, work instructions, ISO policies, Safety Rules and Regulations
Meet regularly with clients, suppliers and OEMs