Instrumentation and Electrical; I&E Engineer; PE

Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Engineer (PE)

Halff has an opening for an Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Engineer to join our growing Energy team in Texas or Oklahoma locations. The role involves leading and supporting the design and execution of electrical power and instrumentation systems for midstream and upstream Oil & Gas and pipeline projects, combining technical design, project management, and client interaction while mentoring department personnel.

• Prepare engineering documents, drawings, plans, and specifications in coordination with Project Managers.
• Manage multiple projects, including scheduling, resources, and quality control.
• Perform field visits to collect data, support construction, and strengthen client relationships.
• Lead projects, making technical recommendations and resolving complex design issues.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers, EITs, and technical staff.
• Interface with utilities, vendors, and contractors to coordinate design and installations.
• Develop equipment specifications and perform design reviews, calculations, and analysis.
• Support estimates and client presentations to help grow the business.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients.
• Monitor project budgets, allocate resources effectively, and identify opportunities to optimize project efficiency and profitability.
• Apply technical expertise by understanding project‑specific standards, criteria, deliverables, and best practices.
• Manage quality assurance and control analysis to ensure projects meet or exceed client expectations and Halff requirements, complying with recognized standards and codes of practice.
• Assist in development and management of project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Support in preparation of proposals and RFQs.
• Support operation managers and practice leaders in pursuit of construction engineering and inspection opportunities.
• Manage budgets, schedules, sub‑consultants, and client interaction.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical, chemical, mechanical engineering, or an ABET‑accredited equivalent engineering degree.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 8+ years of I&E engineering experience, preferably in Oil & Gas or Energy.
• Technical leadership and mentoring experience.
• Proficiency with industrial control systems, low‑voltage power, protective relays, switch gear, and MCCs.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, API, and AGA.
• AutoCAD and Microsoft Office proficiency; field/construction support experience preferred.

• Control systems, PLCs, SCADA, instrumentation, and network architecture design.
• Knowledge of hazardous area electrical classification.

• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to build client confidence and manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative mindset with willingness to mentor and learn.
• Travel up to ~10%.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Halff is a drug‑free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.