Electrical Engineer
Core
Design, build, and maintain electrical infrastructure (substations, transmission, distribution) to support drilling rigs, well completions, gas compressors, and submersible pumps in the Permian Basin.
Role type
Senior IC electrical power systems engineer
Builds
Electrical substations, transmission/distribution infrastructure, and power systems for oil & gas operations
Domain
Oil & gas / Power systems engineering
Required skills
Power system concepts (load flow, voltage regulation, harmonics, protective relay coordination), electrical system selection & specification (transformers, switchgear, reclosers, HV/MV cables), project management, third-party engineering management
Preferred skills
ERCOT/SPP grid design knowledge, electrical software modeling (Milsoft WindMil, ACSELERATOR, PSCAD, ETAP, SKM Power Tools), microgrids/cogeneration/renewables, field construction/operations experience, Permian Basin oil & gas operations experience
Technologies
Milsoft WindMil, ACSELERATOR, PSCAD, ETAP, SKM Power Tools
Responsibilities
Interface with cross-functional teams to develop load forecasts; manage moderate complexity projects including design, AFE management, procurement, and commissioning; evaluate transmission/substation/distribution infrastructure for modifications; monitor and correct power quality issues; perform root cause analysis on electrical failures; coordinate with external electrical service providers
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC