Sr. Electrical Engineer
Bechtel· Engineering & Construction· Oct 26, 2026 · 1d ago
Houston, Texas
In office
Full-time
Senior
$137K–$186K est.
8+ years exp
Job description
Requisition ID: 298152
• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Houston, TX
Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .
Project Overview:
Bechtel's Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, electric vehicle, and datacenter markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future.
Job Summary:
In this role, you will conduct field investigations and client interviews to determine work scope and cost estimates for a project’s electrical engineering aspects. You will lead design, development, modification, and evaluation of electrical components and processes. Your recommendations will resolve technical issues and ensure uniquely complex requirements of a project’s electrical engineering aspects are met.
Major Responsibilities:
• Knowledge & application of NEC code and ANSI/IEEE and other industry standards.
• Must be able to effectively communicate and collaborate well within teams and with other disciplines.
• Experience with ETAP, SKM, and other industry wide electrical system design tools, such as MicroStation, SP3D, Revit, and AutoCAD 2D/3D, electronic Cable Management Systems, etc.
• Experience in performing system studies including load flow, voltage drop, short circuit, and motor starting for equipment sizing, protection, coordination, and relay settings, Arc Flash, harmonic study, grounding study, cable thermal analysis, and cable sizing.
• Experience in designing overall single line diagrams, metering and protection single line diagrams, schematics and connection diagrams, MCC schedules, panel schedules, cable schedules, substation layout drawings.
• Knowledge of medium voltage systems (34.5kV / 13.8kV / 4.160kV), low voltage systems (480 and 208/120V) which includes but not limited to; Switchgear, MCCs, Switchboard/Distribution Board, Lighting Panel Design.
• Professional Registration License (P.E) in Electrical Engineering discipline (Power).
Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience [OR] 12-14 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
• Knowledge & application of NEC code and ANSI/IEEE and other industry standards.
• Must be able to effectively communicate and collaborate well within teams and with other disciplines.
• Experience with ETAP, SKM, and other industry wide electrical system design tools, such as MicroStation, SP3D, Revit, and AutoCAD 2D/3D, electronic Cable Management Systems, etc.
• Experience in performing system studies including load flow, voltage drop, short circuit, and motor starting for equipment sizing, protection, coordination, and relay settings, Arc Flash, harmonic study, grounding study, cable thermal analysis, and cable sizing.
• Experience in designing overall single line diagrams, metering and protection single line diagrams, schematics and connection diagrams, MCC schedules, panel schedules, cable schedules, substation layout drawings.
• Knowledge of medium voltage systems (34.5kV / 13.8kV / 4.160kV), low voltage systems (480 and 208/120V) which includes but not limited to; Switchgear, MCCs, Switchboard/Distribution Board, Lighting Panel Design.
• Professional Registration License (P.E) in Electrical Engineering discipline (Power).
Total Rewards/Benefits:
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards
Diverse teams build the extraordinary:
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com
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