Electrical Engineer III (senior)

Based at our global headquarters in Houston, TX, the Senior Electrical will be responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of electrical systems and components within a manufacturing environment. This role involves ensuring the reliability and efficiency of electrical equipment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support production goals, and adhering to safety standards and regulations. 

Please Note: We are not accepting applications or inquiries from third-party staffing agencies or vendors for this position. All candidates must apply directly through our job postings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for troubleshooting and maintenance of site electrical equipment and associated systems.

• Track and monitor recurring electrical issues and develop solutions to resolve them.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and safety.

• Investigate electrical equipment failures and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.

• Oversee the electrical reliability program for distribution equipment and machine systems.

• Manage electrical projects, including facility expansions and new equipment installations.

• Supervise contractors, vendors, and engineering firms as needed for various projects.

• Prepare project Bill of Materials and execute projects within budget constraints.

• Ensure all work complies with national and local electrical codes and regulations.

• Troubleshoot and program PLC systems in ladder logic and function block programming.

• Program and troubleshoot variable frequency drives (VFDs) and PLCs.

• Support electrical/controls technician training and job planning for standard work.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• 4+ years of industrial experience in electrical power distribution and controls/instrumentation.

• Proficient in reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification.

• Experience troubleshooting servo/stepper motors.

• Familiarity with mass flow controllers.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, equipment, and components (e.g., switchgear, MCC, VFDs, motors).

• Knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC) standards.

• Proficiency with diagnostic tools like multimeters.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

• Capable of identifying risks and communicating timelines to senior management.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

• Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, and use of hands.

• Occasional sitting, climbing, stooping, crawling, and crouching.

• Ability to lift/move up to 10 lbs regularly, and up to 50 lbs occasionally.

• Ability to adjust focus between near and far distances, with good color vision.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organization and work on critical projects that impact the future of our facility. If you’re a hands-on electrical engineer with a passion for innovation and excellence, we’d love to hear from you.