Electrical Designer (Industrial / Petrochemical)
6 - 10 years
Houston, TX
Contract
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
Job Title: Electrical Designer (Industrial / Petrochemical)
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Contract / Long-Term Opportunity
Pay Rate - $65/hour on W2 - $70/hour on W2
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Designer to support large capital projects ($10MM+) within a global engineering team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality electrical designs for industrial and petrochemical facilities, ensuring systems are safe, reliable, and aligned with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Work Environment & Travel
Additional Information
Apply now if you have strong industrial electrical design experience and are looking to contribute to large-scale engineering projects.
GTech is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, status as a parent, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics as defined by federal, state or local laws.
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Contract / Long-Term Opportunity
Pay Rate - $65/hour on W2 - $70/hour on W2
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Designer to support large capital projects ($10MM+) within a global engineering team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality electrical designs for industrial and petrochemical facilities, ensuring systems are safe, reliable, and aligned with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop electrical designs for new installations and upgrades in industrial/process plants
- Prepare detailed design deliverables including:
- One-line diagrams, schematics, and interconnection diagrams
- Equipment layouts, cable schedules, and load schedules
- Perform electrical design calculations (load, short circuit, etc.)
- Support equipment specification, sizing, and procurement activities
- Coordinate with multi-discipline teams (Mechanical, Civil, Piping, Instrumentation)
- Utilize CAD/CAE tools (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.) to produce construction-ready drawings
- Participate in scope development, estimates, and project planning
- Conduct occasional site visits for field data collection and design validation
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of electrical design experience in:
- Petrochemical, refinery, heavy industrial, or utility environments
- Strong experience in:
- Power distribution systems (<1000V)
- Electrical schematics and system design
- Grounding, lighting, and switchroom layouts
- Hands-on experience with electrical calculations (load, short circuit)
- Proficiency in CAD tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation
- Working knowledge of industry codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, ANSI)
- Ability to work both independently and within cross-functional teams
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in Electrical or related field
- Experience with 3D design tools
- Familiarity with electrical equipment selection and sizing
- Experience working in operating plant environments
Work Environment & Travel
- Standard Monday–Friday schedule (8-hour days, flexible start times)
- Minimal travel (2–3 site visits per year)
- Field work in industrial environments may be required (PPE required)
Additional Information
- Candidates must be comfortable working in active plant environments
- TWIC card may be required (can be obtained after onboarding)
- All project-related travel expenses are reimbursed
Apply now if you have strong industrial electrical design experience and are looking to contribute to large-scale engineering projects.
GTech is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, status as a parent, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics as defined by federal, state or local laws.