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SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Gulf Interstate EngineeringHouston, TX🇺🇸United StatesPosted 16 Aug 2026
Why This Role Stands Out
This hybrid role offers significant growth potential as you'll lead electrical engineering efforts on projects, providing technical guidance and impacting project success for a reputable global energy firm. You'll thrive here if you're a skilled electrical engineer seeking to expand your expertise and contribute to diverse energy projects within a supportive team environment. Apply today to leverage your talents and advance your career!
Quick Overview
Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Position Title: Senior 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 Senior Electrical Engineer is expected to be able to function as the Lead Electrical Engineer on smaller projects and be responsible for all discipline technical and scheduling matters pertaining to the assigned project. He/she receives little supervision and in turn may provide technical guidance, as required, to lower classified personnel on assignments. Work is periodically reviewed by Chief Electrical Engineer for accomplishment of objectives.
Essential Functions
Prepares or reviews discipline project specifications.
Prepares or reviews requisitions for inquiry in support of purchasing equipment, materials, and subcontracts.
Prepares technical bid evaluations for equipment, materials, bulk materials 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.
Develops and/or reviews one-line diagrams, area classification and layouts as required by the discipline.
Reviews plot plans as required by the discipline.
Coordinates with and provides liaison with client personnel relative to electrical activities.
Reviews and approves vendor documents.
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
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Requirements
Qualifications
Typically 5-10 years of proven engineering experience in Oil and Gas industry.
Familiar with natural gas industry standards and codes.
Knowledge of computer systems in an engineering environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
SKM software knowledge desirable.
Education
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
EIT or PE Certification preferred
Competencies
Results oriented
Customer focused
Impact and influence
Business and people acumen
Strong interpersonal skills to work with Multi-Disciplined Team, and Managers
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.
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 Senior Electrical Engineer is expected to be able to function as the Lead Electrical Engineer on smaller projects and be responsible for all discipline technical and scheduling matters pertaining to the assigned project. He/she receives little supervision and in turn may provide technical guidance, as required, to lower classified personnel on assignments. Work is periodically reviewed by Chief Electrical Engineer for accomplishment of objectives.
Essential Functions
Prepares or reviews discipline project specifications.
Prepares or reviews requisitions for inquiry in support of purchasing equipment, materials, and subcontracts.
Prepares technical bid evaluations for equipment, materials, bulk materials 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.
Develops and/or reviews one-line diagrams, area classification and layouts as required by the discipline.
Reviews plot plans as required by the discipline.
Coordinates with and provides liaison with client personnel relative to electrical activities.
Reviews and approves vendor documents.
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
#LI-RG1
Requirements
Qualifications
Typically 5-10 years of proven engineering experience in Oil and Gas industry.
Familiar with natural gas industry standards and codes.
Knowledge of computer systems in an engineering environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
SKM software knowledge desirable.
Education
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
EIT or PE Certification preferred
Competencies
Results oriented
Customer focused
Impact and influence
Business and people acumen
Strong interpersonal skills to work with Multi-Disciplined Team, and Managers
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.
Skills
GIS
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