Senior Principal Engineer - Electrical

Technip Energies•Houston, TX

About The Position

At Technip Energies, we are more than just a leading engineering and technology company — we are pioneers committed to shaping a sustainable future. With thousands of talented professionals worldwide, we deliver innovative solutions to real-world energy challenges while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Join us on a one-of-a-kind journey where you can take pride in being part of the solution for the benefit of our planet, people, and communities. The Senior Principal Engineer – Electrical is responsible for leading and supporting the development of electrical engineering deliverables across complex projects in LNG, Energy Transition, Carbon Capture, Refining, and Petrochemical facilities. This role involves ownership of advanced electrical design activities, including power system studies, equipment specifications, and detailed engineering deliverables. The position provides technical leadership across PDP, FEED, and detailed engineering phases, supporting project planning, scope development, scheduling, and execution. The Senior Principal Engineer plays a key role in guiding engineering teams, ensuring technical accuracy, and maintaining alignment with project requirements, industry standards, and overall project objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
15+ years of experience in LNG, Energy Transition, Carbon Capture, Refining and/or Petrochemical plant engineering/design
Extensive expertise in electrical engineering design and deliverables for industrial and petrochemical facilities
Experience performing electrical power system studies and specifying major electrical equipment
Strong knowledge of applicable engineering codes and standards
Ability to lead engineering efforts across complex, multidisciplinary projects
Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Produce and support development of electrical deliverables, including: Electrical power studies (load flow, short circuit, motor starting, protective relay coordination studies), Electrical area classification drawings, One-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring design, Lighting, power, grounding, and cable tray plan drawings, Specifications of electrical equipment such as Motor Control Centers and Switchgear in petrochemical plants
Develop project scope of work for electrical engineering and design
Establish engineering and design concepts and ensure technical accuracy and conformance to project requirements
Prepare and review design data and deliverables from various inputs
Perform complex and sophisticated electrical design work in accordance with company standards
Coordinate design criteria and details with other engineering disciplines
Review vendor documents and evaluate technical solutions, cost, and schedules
Apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and applicable codes
Lead and/or support a team of Electrical Engineers and Electrical Designers on PDP, FEED, and Detail Engineering projects
Train and mentor less experienced engineers
Supervise, check, and assist electrical personnel in their assignments
Monitor project progress, update schedules, and manage staffing needs and budgets
Advise Department Manager on major project changes
Ensure conformance to project requirements, engineering standards, and applicable codes
Prepare project scope deviation documentation as required
Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work
Ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency across all engineering deliverables