Electrical Engineer * High Voltage & Industrial Power

Job Title: Electrical Engineer - High Voltage & Industrial Power

Location: Woodlands TX 77380

Employment Type: Contract to Hire

Industry: Industrial Gases Industry

Compensation: $90 - $110/hr. payrate

Acara Solutions is seeking a High Voltage Electrical Engineer with experience in medium- and high-voltage power distribution. The role focuses on designing, reviewing, and optimizing electrical systems and controls for safety, reliability, and compliance. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams-including project management, procurement, mechanical and automation engineers, and customers-to deliver efficient solutions, oversee multiple projects, and ensure timely, high-quality electrical deliverables.

• Design, analyze, and maintain high voltage power systems (480V-34.5kV) across power generation, transmission, distribution, substations, industrial plants, and utility infrastructures.
• Develop electrical power and control systems for industrial equipment, including Air Separation Units, LNG, and CO systems.
• Create and review one-line diagrams, schematics, and control system architecture; specify electrical components such as transformers, switch gear, MCCs, VFDs, and instrumentation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (IEC, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, OSHA).
• Support commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems on-site.
• Conduct high voltage acceptance testing (HiPot, partial discharge, insulation testing) and oversee substation and line commissioning.
• Implement electrical safety policies, including arc flash boundaries, lockout/tagout, grounding procedures, and safe approach distances.
• Provide project and construction support, including engineering packages, vendor drawing reviews, procurement support, and participation in FAT/SAT.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7 years minimum experience in electrical engineering

• PE certification preferred.
• Experience with industrial gases, ASU, LNG, or CO equipment desired.
• Knowledge of power distribution, motor controls, and automation systems.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar).
• Familiarity with PLC/DCS control systems and instrumentation preferred.
  
  Willingness to travel short-term, including international assignments.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, Talent Rise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.