Lead Electrical Engineer Service Engineering

Powell Industries, Inc. • Houston, TX • 5h ago

A Lead Electrical Engineer is responsible for overseeing and managing electrical engineering projects from conception to completion. They provide technical expertise and guidance to a team of electrical engineers, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet all quality standards. They also collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to identify project requirements, develop design solutions, and implement electrical systems. Additionally, a Lead Electrical Engineer may be involved in conducting research, staying updated on industry trends, and providing recommendations for process improvements and technological advancements.

Essential Responsibilities

Design standard jobs independently.

Read and interpret customer job specifications.

Develop detailed Bills of material for medium and low voltage switchgear

Order materials.

Create drawings.

Transmit drawings to shop and customer.

Interface with project management, customer and shop.

Direct designers in completing wiring diagrams.

Check wiring diagrams completed by others.

Coordination with Project Management throughout the project

Constant contact with production to answer questions and provide clarification and/or authorization on design changes

Follow standard engineering processes and timelines.

Work on multiple projects simultaneously and manage workload as per priority

Provide technical assistance as necessary to sales, engineering and inspection teams

Assist with and solve problems of other production engineers on a daily basis.

Adhere to policies and procedures, work instruction, ISO policies, Safety Rules and Regulations, and vendor products.

Minimum Qualifications

BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology or related area.

Minimum 8-10 years of experience in an Engineering role.

Advanced drafting/CAD skills.

Advanced proficiency with electrical design and circuitry.

Advanced proficiency in understanding of power system and relay applications as applied to products.

Skill, Abilities & Other Requirements

Basic computer skills using Oracle, Word, Excel.

Ability to learn/use Primavera P6 to update project status and keep all assigned projects on schedule

Ability to read customer specifications, compare to the quote and provide technical feedback to project management and the customer on differences with minimal supervision.

Proficient at job reviews (i.e., acquired knowledge of specs that Powell should take exception to and specs that require special attention; able to accurately interpret customer specs, etc.)

Apply technical documents to develop one-lines, three-lines and control schemes for SWGR using AutoCAD

Apply cost competitive techniques to develop the most cost-effective solution for the engineered to order product

Able to apply NEC, ANSI/IEEE, and various other codes as it applies to the day-to-day activity

Thorough understanding of power system application along with relay application and coordination

Able to understand, interpret and troubleshoot customer needs and problems

Working & Environmental Conditions

The employee typically performs duties in a normal office environment. There will be some work in a shop environment and exposure to the elements of our shop. Additionally, there may be some work performed in the field with exposure to construction sites or active customer facilities.

It is the policy of Powell Industries to promote safe working conditions for ALL employees, to make available where necessary special equipment to protect employees against specific hazards, to reduce accidents through prevention programs and to establish rules that are designed for the safety of all. It is the responsibility of each employee to adhere to this policy, as well as to observe all safety practices and exercise every precaution for the safety of accidents.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, carry or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; talk or hear; walk; sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

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In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!

Powell's culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability

If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.

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