Senior Electrical Engineer - MC & I - Oil and Gas

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the southeastern US

As a Senior Electrical Engineer in the Oil & Gas group, you will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer in a manner that provides the client with a quality deliverable that is on time and within budget.

This opportunity is only available to candidates located within the Odessa/Midland, TX area. Candidates can work remotely from this geographical location.

• Perform detailed design of all aspects of electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications, project and construction cost estimates, and project scheduling as they relate to Substations and other power projects
• Prepare computer-based models and perform power system studies on utility and industrial/commercial electrical power transmission and distribution systems, including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, motor starting, power factor, harmonic analysis and other related studies. Employee should create a simple hand check to quantify the computer aided results.
• Develop protective relay settings. Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems.
• Prepare a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies.
• Assist with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) as well as other commissioning activities
• Provide occasional field assistance and troubleshooting
• Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
• Assists with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings in-person and remotely
• Supports business development via Seller-Doer, assists with marketing tasks, and prepares proposals as needed
• Assists with establishing and managing engineering budget and scope expectations.
• Prepare technical write-up for applicable change orders
• Reviews submittals for conformance with client specifications and design
• Attends safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
• Works additional time beyond 40 hours/week to complete projects, proposals and/or administrative functions, as required
• Maintains strong and responsive Company-Client relationships, particularly for communication pertaining to specific assignments and meeting topics
• Attends conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
• Maintains high ethical and professional standards while showing strong judgement
• Maintains professional understanding of all applicable Codes and Standards, and construction practices
• Reviews and verifies the work of engineers, designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy
• Provides field assistance, troubleshooting, and observation reports
• Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
• Other duties as assigned

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
• Experienc…