Lead Electrical Engineer

4 days ago

Houston, Texas, United States Brightsmith Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Brightsmith is partnered with an exciting
clean technology company.
They are innovating traditional power plant technology to deploy nuclear power quicker and cheaper.

The company are dual UK/US headquartered and they are now looking for a Lead
Electrical Engineer
to join the technical team in
Houston, Texas
.

They are seeking a Lead
Electrical Engineer
to provide advanced technical and engineering problem-solving in support of nuclear plant operations. This position involves deep technical knowledge and on-site leadership in executing electrical and I&C system installation, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning for power generation projects.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Deliver in-depth technical expertise to develop, manage, and implement engineering analysis, activities, and programs.
  • Provide technical consultation to identify and resolve equipment and system issues.
  • Manage engineering tasks from concept through completion, ensuring proper configuration management.
  • Apply engineering principles to assigned tasks, ensuring compliance with design criteria, codes, and standards.
  • Conduct independent research, reviews, and analyses in support of technical programs.
  • Recommend equipment, concepts, or techniques to improve performance, reduce costs, address design/material issues, or comply with updated codes and regulations.
  • Provide engineering support for electrical and I&C systems, including high- and low-voltage power distribution, generator protection, control systems, DCS, PLCs, SCADA, and field instrumentation.
  • Interpret and validate design drawings, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control logic.
  • Evaluate vendor documents for electrical and I&C equipment and interface with OEMs.
  • Support site construction teams with guidance on installation, cable routing, terminations, grounding, and loop checks.
  • Ensure construction adheres to design specifications, safety codes (NEC, IEEE, IEC), and QA/QC procedures.
  • Lead commissioning activities for electrical and I&C systems, including cold and hot loop checks, system energization, instrument calibration and functional checks and generator synchronization and protection relay testing
  • Collaborate with start-up teams to verify proper operation of gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSG controls, and balance-of-plant systems.

Candidate Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Control Systems, or related field (Master's preferred).
  • 5-10 years of experience in electrical and I&C roles within power generation, including at least 5 years in field construction/commissioning of gas turbine or combined cycle plants.
  • Strong knowledge of rotating machinery, excitation systems, electrical protections, and advanced I&C logic for HRSG and turbine controls.
  • Hands-on experience with OEM systems such as GE Mark VIe, Siemens SPPA-T3000, and Emerson Ovation.
  • Familiarity with applicable codes and standards: NEC, IEEE, NFPA, NETA.
  • Proficiency in reading and troubleshooting P&IDs, loop drawings, and electrical schematics.

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