Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

JOB-10047113

Anticipated Start Date

August 3, 2026

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Employment

Direct Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a global leader in energy technology, providing cutting-edge solutions across the oil and gas industry. Operating in over 100 countries, they focus on digital innovation and sustainable practices to drive the future of energy and support the transition to lower-carbon operations.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the engineering and product development teams in the design and delivery of large-scale, modular hyperscale data center infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for the electrical scope throughout the project lifecycle, including design, manufacturing support, construction, testing, installation, and commissioning.

Job Description

• Develop, review, and approve electrical engineering drawings, calculations, and technical documentation in accordance with industry standards.
• Design and support electrical systems for modular data center infrastructure.
• Prepare electrical engineering deliverables including: Electrical load lists, Single-line diagrams, Cable sizing and schedules, Material Take-Offs (MTOs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), Technical Requisitions (TRs)
• Design grounding/earthing systems and lighting layouts.
• Perform ETAP studies, including arc flash analysis and power system evaluations.
• Prepare technical data sheets and RFQs for electrical equipment.
• Review vendor quotations and provide technical recommendations to procurement.
• Support manufacturing teams during module fabrication and assembly.
• Provide engineering support during construction, installation, and commissioning, including responding to RFIs and troubleshooting field issues.
• Participate in design reviews, customer meetings, and project coordination sessions.
• Analyze electrical systems to optimize power distribution, load balancing, and overall system reliability.
• Recommend innovative engineering solutions that improve quality, reduce cost, and enhance project schedules.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices for data center infrastructure.

Skills Required

• 2-10 years of electrical engineering or electrical design experience.
• Experience with EPC engineering projects.
• Experience designing electrical power distribution systems.
• Strong understanding of low-voltage electrical systems.
• Experience preparing: Load lists, Data sheets, RFQs, Technical documentation
• Hands-on experience with ETAP, including Arc Flash Analysis.
• Experience supporting modular engineering design projects.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience
• Experience with hyperscale or high-density data center infrastructure.
• Familiarity with: UPS systems, Diesel generators, Medium- and low-voltage switchgear, Power Distribution Units (PDUs), Automatic and static transfer switches, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Electrical control systems
• Knowledge of electrical power system sizing and design.
• Experience with permitting and regulatory agencies.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

Additional requirements

• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred but not required.

Pay rate

• $100,000 - $150,000 per year (Compensation is offered based on experience, skills, and market factors)
• 10% - 20% performance bonus based on experience

HirePower Personnel, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.