Electrical Engineer EDH Engineering Offshore

4 days ago


Houston, Texas, United States Powell Industries Full time

Powell is a dynamic and innovative company that values collaboration, technical excellence, and professional growth. 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 bachelors 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 OEMs

Required Experience Is Proportionate With the Selected Job Level

  • The Engineer level requires a Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline and 0-3 years of relevant job related experience
  • The Senior Engineer level requires a Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline and 4-8 years of relevant job related experience
  • The Lead Engineer level requires Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline and 7-10 years of relevant job related experience

Minimum 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 AutoCAD
  • Proficient with electrical design and circuitry
  • Basic understanding of power system and relay applications as applied to products

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

  • Ability to manage & prioritize multiple projects, schedules and budgets in a fast-paced environment
  • Solid organization, communication, presentation and planning skills
  • Ability to carry out engineering development types of tasks and address production issues
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others in a cross-functional team environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to troubleshoot system-level problems
  • Basic understanding of one-line and three-line drawings, control schematics, and point to point wiring diagrams
  • Basic understanding to being very proficient with power distribution equipment (three phase systems, relays, transformers, control switches, etc.)
  • Basic knowledge of 480V through 38kV electrical distribution and switchgear operation
  • Able to apply applicable sections of the National Electric Code and other codes and standards such as IEEE, ANSI and UL in day-to-day activities
  • Able to form and apply cost competitive techniques to develop the most cost-effective solution for the engineered to order product
  • Possess a strong customer service commitment
  • Basic understanding to being very proficient at drawing reviews (i.e., acquired knowledge of specification items that Powell should take exception to and specification items that require special attention; able to accurately interpret client specifications, etc.)

Working & Environmental Conditions

  • The employee typically performs duties in a normal office environment. There will be some work in a shop environment and exposure to the elements of our shop. Additionally there may be some work performed in the field with exposure to construction sites or active customer facilities.
  • It is the policy of Powell Industries to promote safe working conditions for ALL employees, to make available where necessary special equipment to protect employees against specific hazards, to reduce accidents through prevention programs and to establish rules that are designed for the safety of all. It is the responsibility of each employee to adhere to this policy, as well as to observe all safety practices and exercise every precaution for the safety of accidents.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, carry or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; talk or hear; walk; sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties

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In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications

Powells culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

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