Electrical Engineer

Job-:
Engineering

Location:

Houston, TX, United States

Schedule:

Full time, 1st Shift Posted:
As an 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, an 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, an Electrical Engineer will learn industry standards and 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.

Essential Responsibilities Design standard jobs with guidance to match client specifications and requirements

Draft electrical construction drawings using AutoCAD in conjunction with our in-house mechanical and wiring teams

Gain design knowledge to engineer 480V through 5kv Motor Control, and 480V through 38kV Switchgear along with other miscellaneous equipment

Work with your Supervisor and 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 per Powell Standards Complete self-design reviews to verify accuracy and completeness of designs before issuing projects to Powell’s manufacturing floor for construction

Gain the ability to 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 OEMsMinimum Qualifications BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology or related area Minimum 1-3 years of experience in an Engineering role Ability to draft in ACAD Proficient with electrical design and circuitry

Basic understanding of power system and relay applications as applied to products Required Experience Is Proportionate With the Selected Job Level The Engineer level requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 0-3 years of relevant job related experience

The Senior Engineer level requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 4-8 years of relevant job related experience

The Lead Engineer level requires Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 7-10 years of relevant job related experience

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements Ability to manage & prioritize multiple projects, schedules and budgets in a fast-paced environment

Solid organization, communication, presentation and planning…