Electrical Engineer II (95340-R0)

We have an Unconventional Upstream Oil & Gas company based in Midland, TX looking for a Houston-based Power Projects Electrical Engineer to plan, design, and build electrical infrastructure to support business growth. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that electrical systems meet operational demands and timelines.

Industry: Oil & Gas / Power Generation

Work location: Spring, TX

Travel: 50% travel to Midland, TX and Dallas, TX

Workplace: 100% In-office

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday / 50 hours a week

Assignment Type: Standard US / W2 Contract

Desired Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 1-year with potential for extension

Rate: Hourly with 1.5x OT

Benefits: Medical / Dental / Vision / 401(K) with match

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand field development plans and electrical load demands.
• Monitor drilling, completions, and production schedules to ensure timely power delivery for startups.
• Work with Power Systems Electrical Engineers to assess existing infrastructure constraints.
• Verify as-built data, update mapping, and input devices into GIS, Power Models, and SCADA systems.
• Coordinate routing with surface land teams, landmen, utilities, and other operators.
• Collaborate with external electrical service providers to ensure power availability and submit load requests.
• Submit material and labor requests for approved power system upgrades.
• Manage cost, schedule, and budget for power system projects.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external design standards.
• Manage third-party engineering contractors.
• Obtain necessary permits for projects, such as road crossings and transmission crossings.
• Support field teams during the execution of projects.
• Assist Operations & Maintenance with system modifications and upgrades, focusing on reliability improvements.