Electrical Designer I
About the Company
Our client is a fully integrated electrical power system services firm delivering end‑to‑end solutions across utility, renewable energy, battery storage, industrial, petrochemical, and other critical infrastructure markets. Based in Houston, Texas, the company leverages deep subject‑matter expertise and an engineering‑led approach to designing, installing, testing, and maintaining medium‑ and high‑voltage electrical infrastructure for clients locally, nationally, and internationally.
Position Overview
An Electrical designer works under the guidance of engineers and provides leadership and direction for drafters.
Responsibilities
Applies principles and techniques of acquired experience to accomplish tasks
Provides guidance to draftsmen
Produces and guides production of mechanical drawings for construction purposes such as equipment arrangement plans, section views, cable tray plans, switchgear building layouts, and installation details, grounding details, conduit details, foundation details, and steel details
Produces electrical schematic, wiring, and interconnection diagrams
Calculates, quantifies, specifies, and controls quality of material
Provides adaptations to common designs
Understands common industry practices
Works effectively in a team environment
Reports to team supervisor
Desired Characteristics and Qualifications
Two-year associate degree or equivalent level of experience
Basic understanding of power system protection and control systems
Electrical substation experience required
Efficient mechanical design capabilities
Uses experience to apply common practices to designs
Understands constructability of design
Understands field concepts, practices, and procedures
Proficient in AutoCAD or MicroStation. Knowledge of both is an advantage
Knowledgeable in good drafting practices
Benefits
Our client offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package including:
Two medical plan options
Dental and vision coverage
Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability
Company‑paid basic life insurance for employees and dependents
401(k) with company match
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
A supportive, high‑performance work environment where employees feel valued and empowered
Requirements:
Two-year associate degree or equivalent level of experience
Basic understanding of power system protection and control systems
Electrical substation experience required
Efficient mechanical design capabilities
Uses experience to apply common practices to designs
Understands constructability of design
Understands field concepts, practices, and procedures
Proficient in AutoCAD or MicroStation. Knowledge of both is an advantage
Knowledgeable in good drafting practices