Department: Sales Engineering, IE&C

Location: Midland, TX

FLSA Status: Exempt, Salaried

Assignment Category: Regular, Full-Time

Reports to: Director of Projects

Job Summary

An industry leader in industrial gas processing solutions is seeking a highly skilled I&E Lead to spearhead electrical engineering projects for control system design and power & motor control distribution. This role involves leading technical efforts, managing department resources, enforcing standard procedures, mentoring team members, and ensuring project success through engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Project Management

• Provide technical expertise and support across all projects.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce standard processes and procedures.
• Manage department resources in coordination with project managers.
• Provide training and mentorship to department employees.
• Review and verify department work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards.
• Participate in facility design reviews and approve major technical purchase orders.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes.

Engineering & Design

• Develop electrical deliverables for all project phases, including conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design.
• Engineer and design facility power distribution systems from the electric utility interface.
• Engineer and design PLC-based control systems.
• Develop and implement designs for lighting, grounding, and electrical heat tracing systems.
• Create and review electrical engineering and design drawings, including single-line diagrams, power plans, motor control schematics, cable schedules, and area classifications.
• Develop detailed electrical specifications for equipment, installation, and testing.
• Conduct critical electrical calculations, including load flow studies, voltage drop calculations, short circuit analysis, and arc flash assessments.
• Manage third-party electrical engineering firms to meet key project deliverables.

Sales & Procurement Support

• Support sales team proposal efforts by providing technical insights.
• Contribute to project estimating and proposal development.
• Assist in procurement activities by preparing technical inquiry packages, bid evaluations, and vendor document reviews.

Construction & Compliance

• Provide technical support for construction efforts through meetings, RFIs, and site visits.
• Inspect electrical installations and equipment for compliance with engineering specifications, industry standards, and safety requirements.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for electrical systems in industrial gas processing facilities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 10+ years in Electrical & Controls Engineering, with a focus on control system and power distribution design for industrial gas processing facilities.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field preferred.
• Technical Knowledge:
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and design practices.
• Working knowledge of NEC, IEC, ANSI, IEEE, ISA , and other applicable electrical codes and standards.
• Experience with VFDs, motor control equipment, and power distribution systems .
• Proficiency in electrical system design, procurement specifications, and installation standards.
• Familiarity with electrical engineering software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Skills:
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on multiple concurrent projects.
• Commitment to safety and compliance with federal, state, and company policies.
• Physical Requirements:
• Work is primarily sedentary, with occasional lifting (up to 20 lbs).
• Requires extended visual and auditory concentration.

This role presents an opportunity to lead cutting-edge projects within an established industry leader, driving innovation and excellence in electrical engineering for industrial gas processing facilities.