Electrical Engineer Job at Powell Industries, Houston, TX

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  • Powell Industries
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Powell is a dynamic and innovative company that values collaboration, technical excellence, and professional growth. As an Electrical Engineer, you will elevate your career and make a significant impact by leading projects that craft cutting-edge solutions for diverse clients. At Powell, an Electrical Engineer holding a minimum of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or a related engineering discipline with a focus on power and or control systems, will be the "technical face" on projects from concept to completion. You will be working with clients to design custom PLC, SCADA, HMI, RTU, and relay control panels to meet their technical specifications and quality standards within the constraints of the budget and the schedule. Additionally, an Electrical Engineer will learn industry standards and trends. Finally, you will join a team that fosters a supportive environment, continuous learning and development where your expertise will not only be appreciated but recognized and rewarded.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Design standard jobs with guidance to match client specifications and requirements
  • Draft electrical construction drawings using AutoCAD in conjunction with our wiring teams
  • Gain design knowledge to engineer various control and relay panels
  • Work with your Supervisor and the Project Management team to help interpret project write-ups, client specifications, drawings, and other correspondence during the life of the project
  • Create and validate Bills of Materials for client submittal and approval per Powell Standards
  • Complete self-design reviews to verify accuracy and completeness of designs before issuing projects to Powell's manufacturing floor for construction
  • Gain the ability to provide technical support in client meetings
  • Coordinate with purchasing and suppliers to specify & approve component parts and assemblies
  • Provide prompt notification to supervisor and project management for issues that impact scope, budget, and schedule
  • Coordinate with the electrical design team for the final design and construction package to include schematics and wiring diagrams of the project
  • Create AC and DC schematics, door component layouts, wiring diagrams, and communication drawings for project approval, construction and As-Built's drawing submittals
  • Provide technical support as necessary for sales, application engineering, and inspection teams throughout the life of the project
  • Assist fellow production engineers in solving problems on a daily basis
  • Adhere to Powell's policies and procedures, work instructions, ISO policies, Safety Rules and Regulations
  • Meet regularly with clients, suppliers and OEMs

Required Experience Is Proportionate With the Selected Job Level

  • The Engineer level requires a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 0-3 years of relevant job related experience
  • The Senior Engineer level requires a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 4-8 years of relevant job related experience
  • The Lead Engineer level requires Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 7-10 years of relevant job related experience

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology or related area
  • Minimum 1-3 years of experience in an Engineering role
  • Ability to draft in AutoCAD
  • Proficient with electrical design in PLC, SCADA, and relay control panels
  • Basic understanding of power system, SCADA system, communications, and relay applications as applied to products

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience with control panels

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

  • Ability to manage & prioritize multiple projects, schedules and budgets in a fast-paced environment
  • Solid organization, communication, presentation and planning skills
  • Ability to carry out engineering development types of tasks and address production issues
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others in a cross-functional team environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to troubleshoot system-level problems
  • Basic understanding of communication drawings and point to point wiring diagrams
  • Basic understanding to being very proficient with power distribution equipment (switchgear relays, PCR, E-Houses, etc.)
  • Able to apply applicable sections of the National Electric Code and other codes and standards such as IEEE, ANSI and UL in day-to-day activities
  • Able to form and apply cost competitive techniques to develop the most cost-effective solution for the engineered to order product
  • Possess a strong customer service commitment
  • Basic understanding to being very proficient at drawing reviews (i.e., acquired knowledge of specification items that Powell should take exception to and specification items that require special attention; able to accurately interpret client specifications, etc.)

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

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 . Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office,

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