Electrical Design Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead large-scale projects within our team. As a key player, you will be part of an organization that is a leading provider and servicer of oilfield equipment, including power generation, fracturing equipment, coiled tubing, nitrogen and gas compression, and other custom-manufactured equipment. The ideal candidate will possess expert knowledge in turbine and turbine engine electrical design.

Responsibilities

• Design power lines systems and switchgear.
• Handle medium voltage systems, specifically 13.8 KV.
• Conduct electrical load studies.
• Design generators, turbines, and power systems.
• Utilize communications software and PLC knowledge for modifying and controlling designs.
• Apply NEC, IEC, UL, and HAZ codes and standards.
• Develop, review, update, modify, and approve electrical design drawings and BOM to meet regulatory and safety guidelines.
• Liaise with clients and other engineers to ensure project specifications are met and completed on time.
• Conduct research, perform diagnostics, and troubleshoot equipment and systems.
• Design and build prototypes as part of the development process.

Qualifications

Additional Skills

Work Environment

The position operates Monday through Friday and may require spending extended periods in the shop depending on the design phase, which could be up to three weeks at a time. The role requires adaptability to work in both office and shop settings. The workload typically involves managing 1-2 projects at a time. The position is client-facing and involves less than 20% travel, potentially requiring trips to West Texas for service issues and commissioning related to modular data centers.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $76.00 - $84.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.