Sr. Electrical Engineer

Zachry GroupHouston, TX
Hybrid

About The Position

Zachry Group is currently looking talented and self-motivated Senior Electrical Engineer with design experience to join our Electrical Department in Houston, Texas. This is a great opportunity to get involved in interesting and challenging design projects for clients in various industries predominantly in the process industries.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 8+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience in industrial, power, or EPC environments
  • Strong knowledge of: Power distribution systems
  • Electrical equipment selection and sizing
  • Industrial electrical codes and standards
  • Experience working on multi‑discipline EPC projects
  • Proficiency with engineering tools such as ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, or similar
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Professional Engineer ( PE ) license or ability to obtain

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in oil & gas, LNG, petrochemical, power generation, or heavy industrial facilities
  • Previous experience serving as an electrical lead on large or complex projects
  • Familiarity with construction sequencing, commissioning, and startup activities
  • Experience working with owner‑operators and international projects

Responsibilities

  • Lead and perform electrical engineering design for large‑scale EPC and industrial projects, including medium‑ and low‑voltage power systems, substations, switchgear, MCCs, grounding, lighting, and heat tracing systems.
  • Develop, review, and approve electrical engineering deliverables such as one‑line diagrams, load calculations, panel and cable schedules, layouts, technical specifications, and data sheets.
  • Perform and review power system studies including short‑circuit, coordination, arc‑flash, and load‑flow analyses using applicable engineering software.
  • Serve as the electrical discipline lead on assigned projects, providing technical direction, oversight, and guidance throughout all phases of execution.
  • Coordinate closely with civil, structural, mechanical, and instrumentation & controls disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
  • Interface with clients, vendors, fabricators, and construction teams to resolve technical issues and support project execution.
  • Support procurement activities through technical bid evaluations, vendor document reviews, and equipment selection.
  • Provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, and startup activities, including field support and issue resolution.
  • Review work produced by junior and mid‑level engineers to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with codes, standards, and Zachry engineering practices.
  • Mentor and support the professional development of engineering staff.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable industry codes and standards including NEC, IEEE, NFPA, API, client requirements, and Zachry procedures.
  • Promote safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the electrical engineering discipline.
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