ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Description Position Title: Electrical Engineer Location: Houston, TX Gulf Companies has served the global energy industry since 1953 by supporting the complete project lifecycle and developing valued business partnerships to ensure the success of the project. Our worldwide experience and multi-disciplined capabilities encompass all aspects of the Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management, Field Inspection, GIS Integrity, Staffing Services and more. Position Description The Electrical Engineer is expected to be able to perform routine engineering functions with little supervision. Work is reviewed by a senior level engineer for accomplishment of objectives. Essential Functions Assist in the preparation of requisitions for inquiry in support of purchasing equipment and materials. Prepares technical bid evaluations for equipment, materials, bulk material and subcontracts in cooperation with Procurement Department. Observes factory acceptance testing of equipment in cooperation with the Lead Engineer. Performs engineering calculations and analysis as required by discipline. Reviews one line diagrams, area classification and layouts as required by the discipline. Reviews vendor drawings. Accepts both short and extended term assignments to the site, client’s office, etc. as may be requested by the Chief Electrical Engineer. ADDENDUM: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT FUNCTIONS- Electrical Engineering is a highly specialized group whose function is to provide design-engineering service covering: -Electrical Distribution System Design – Develop the optimum electrical distribution system based upon desired reliability, maintainability, flexibility and cost. System Studies/Calculations – Perform calculations and analysis for the following studies: short circuit, arc flash, load flow, voltage drop, motor starting analysis, power factor correction, arc flash, load calculation, transient analysis, power system harmonics analysis and protective relay coordination. Area Classification – Determine the classification of hazardous (classified) locations for the selection and installation of electrical equipment. Electrical MCC & SWGR Building – Determine location, size and arrangement of major electrical equipment. Standards Specifications – Responsible for technical content of standards and preparation of specification including: Power Transformers Grounding Resistors Switchgear (SWGR) / Motor Control Center (MCC) Reactors and capacitors Uninterruptible Power Systems Variable Speed drives AC & DC Disconnect Power switches Electrical heat tracing Prefabricated electrical buildings Power Generator Construction Drawings – Approved for construction drawings and schedules: One line diagrams Building plans and details Area Classification Lighting plan and details Cable Routing Electrical heat tracing Grounding /Lightning protection Raceway and cable schedule Pefabricated electrical buildings Control Schematics and Wiring Diagrams Requirements Qualifications Typically 2 - 6 years of proven engineering experience in oil and gas industry. Knowledge of computer systems in an engineering environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Education Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering EIT Certification Competencies Results oriented Customer focused Impact and influence Business and people acumen Strong organizational skills to handle multiple projects at once Work Environment/Physical Demands Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Frequent sitting and operating a computer. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or office materials. Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Physical demands requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work. Gulf is an Equal Opportunity Employer.? All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr