Senior Electrical Engineer Power Plant at Bechtel Corporation in Houston, TX | Kablio

Role

Description

concept design

power design

estimate support

work planning

code interpretation

client coordination

Develops conceptual designs for electrical engineering projects or projects having specialized or unique requirements
Coordinates with client representatives, as directed, to obtain their approval of electrical aspects of the work
Plans and conducts independent electrical work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of electrical engineering techniques, procedures and criteria on a medium size project or assignment in support of a global business unit
Communicates complex technical issues and recommends solutions to upper management
Interprets new or special regulations, codes, standards, criteria, and performance data
Mentors electrical engineering personnel by providing on-the-job training for their professional development
Provides input to and participates in special technical educational and training programs as directed
Supports preparation of estimates, staffing needs and schedules
Leads the design, development, modification and evaluation of components and processes used in the generation, manipulation, transmission, and storage of electricity utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides, and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs)
Prepares or oversees the preparation of discipline estimates and work plan in accordance with project scope, schedule and budget, and supports implementation and assists with performance reporting

Requirements

pe license

nec code

design coordination

medium voltage

switchgear

10+ years

Experience as electrical responsible engineer for medium to large material requisitions (Transformers, Switchgear, Substations, UPS Systems, Bulk Materials, etc).
Knowledge & application of NEC code and ANSI/IEEE Standards.
Prior experience in coordination of design between multi-office EPC Contractor locations (India preferred) with client engineering team.
Knowledge of electrical raceway design and layout that includes but not limited to; lighting, communications, grounding layout, grounding designs/calculations, and lightning protection systems.
Prior experience as a Sr. Engineer on a medium-to-large-sized Industrial Project (Data Center or Power Generation Plant Preferred but not required).
Knowledge of medium voltage systems (34.5kV / 13.8kV), low voltage systems (480 and 208/120V) which includes but not limited to; Switchgear, MCCs, Switchboard/Distribution Board, Lighting Panel Design.
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience
Must be able to collaborate well with other disciplines.
Professional Registration License (P.E) in Electrical Engineering discipline (Power).
Knowledge of Power System Studies, One Lines, Schematics, and Connection Diagrams.

Benefits

Relocation Authorized: National - Family

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1935

Hoover Dam Completion

The Hoover Dam stands as a landmark of early infrastructure innovation and engineering prowess.

560 vessels

WWII Shipyard Production

During WWII, the firm produced over 560 ships, significantly contributing to the war effort.

$17B

Annual Revenue

Operating at a scale of over $17 billion annually, it ranks as a major player in the construction industry.

25,000+

Global Projects Completed

Across 160 countries and all seven continents, the firm has delivered tens of thousands of infrastructure solutions.

The firm began building railroads and dams in the American West and grew into a pioneer of mega-projects.
Post-war, it laid massive pipelines across the Middle East and ventured into nuclear power, building the USA’s first commercial plant.
Its projects include Boston’s complex “Big Dig” tunnel, the Channel Tunnel, and Intel megafab campuses.
It operates in global markets across Energy, Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Technology, Mining & Metals, and Nuclear/Security/Environmental sectors.
Typical projects include highways, bridges, ports, airports, LNG plants, data-centers, environmental cleanups, and nuclear facilities.

Culture + Values

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects.
We live for a challenge – make our customers’ ambitions a reality; adapt quickly and always look for a better way.
We do the right thing – exercise the highest level of integrity and ethics; create a positive legacy through purposeful and sustainable projects.
We take care of each other – safety and well-being above all; treat each other with the utmost respect.
We succeed together – embrace our differences, seek diverse views, and listen to understand; foster a deep sense of belonging.
We build trust – develop lasting 'One Team' relationships with our colleagues, customers, and partners; hold ourselves accountable to deliver excellence.

Environment + Sustainability

50% by 2030

Fleet Emissions Reduction

Aims to cut fleet emissions by half by 2030, targeting major Scope 1 and 2 fuel-related emissions.

Net Zero 2050

Emissions Goal

Committed to achieving net zero emissions across all Scopes by 2050.

Developing and implementing formal climate action plans on all reportable projects to reduce and manage emissions.
Testing hybrid/solar light plants, hybrid generation with energy storage, hybrid dozers/excavators, electric trucks/ATVs, and telematics to reduce idling.
Created CleanBuild™ 2.0 tool to predict project carbon footprint including embodied and operational GHG emissions.
Training global supply chain team in net-zero practices, engaging suppliers, and evaluating alternative concrete materials.
Collaborating with equipment manufacturers to accelerate next-generation hybrid and electrified construction equipment.
Participant in Corporate Coalition for Innovation & Technology toward Net Zero (CCITNZ) alongside GE, GM, Honeywell, Invenergy and others.

Inclusion & Diversity

900 Colleagues

Completed MARC Program

A large number of colleagues have successfully completed the MARC gender equity program.

150+ Participants

Women@Bechtel Conference 2022

The conference gathered over 150 in-person participants and hundreds more remotely, showcasing its global reach.

260 Female Professionals

Engineering & Safety Roles

Prominent female workforce involved in engineering and safety roles, highlighting gender diversity.

Top 100 Inclusive Workplaces

2022 Recognition

Recognized as one of the Top 100 Most Inclusive Workplaces in the U.K., reflecting strong diversity efforts.

Achieved ISO 30415 certification for Diversity and Inclusion, the first construction company in the U.K.
Participates in eight Business Resource Groups, supporting inclusivity and diversity.
Received national certification in Chile (NCh3262) for addressing gender pay gaps and workplace issues.
Launched Boundless@Bechtel in 2023 to enhance disability inclusion.

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People & Culture

Role

Description

concept design

power design

estimate support

work planning

code interpretation

client coordination

Develops conceptual designs for electrical engineering projects or projects having specialized or unique requirements
Coordinates with client representatives, as directed, to obtain their approval of electrical aspects of the work
Plans and conducts independent electrical work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of electrical engineering techniques, procedures and criteria on a medium size project or assignment in support of a global business unit
Communicates complex technical issues and recommends solutions to upper management
Interprets new or special regulations, codes, standards, criteria, and performance data
Mentors electrical engineering personnel by providing on-the-job training for their professional development
Provides input to and participates in special technical educational and training programs as directed
Supports preparation of estimates, staffing needs and schedules
Leads the design, development, modification and evaluation of components and processes used in the generation, manipulation, transmission, and storage of electricity utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides, and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs)
Prepares or oversees the preparation of discipline estimates and work plan in accordance with project scope, schedule and budget, and supports implementation and assists with performance reporting

Requirements

pe license

nec code

design coordination

medium voltage

switchgear

10+ years

Experience as electrical responsible engineer for medium to large material requisitions (Transformers, Switchgear, Substations, UPS Systems, Bulk Materials, etc).
Knowledge & application of NEC code and ANSI/IEEE Standards.
Prior experience in coordination of design between multi-office EPC Contractor locations (India preferred) with client engineering team.
Knowledge of electrical raceway design and layout that includes but not limited to; lighting, communications, grounding layout, grounding designs/calculations, and lightning protection systems.
Prior experience as a Sr. Engineer on a medium-to-large-sized Industrial Project (Data Center or Power Generation Plant Preferred but not required).
Knowledge of medium voltage systems (34.5kV / 13.8kV), low voltage systems (480 and 208/120V) which includes but not limited to; Switchgear, MCCs, Switchboard/Distribution Board, Lighting Panel Design.
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience
Must be able to collaborate well with other disciplines.
Professional Registration License (P.E) in Electrical Engineering discipline (Power).
Knowledge of Power System Studies, One Lines, Schematics, and Connection Diagrams.

Benefits

Relocation Authorized: National - Family

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1935

Hoover Dam Completion

The Hoover Dam stands as a landmark of early infrastructure innovation and engineering prowess.

560 vessels

WWII Shipyard Production

During WWII, the firm produced over 560 ships, significantly contributing to the war effort.

$17B

Annual Revenue

Operating at a scale of over $17 billion annually, it ranks as a major player in the construction industry.

25,000+

Global Projects Completed

Across 160 countries and all seven continents, the firm has delivered tens of thousands of infrastructure solutions.

The firm began building railroads and dams in the American West and grew into a pioneer of mega-projects.
Post-war, it laid massive pipelines across the Middle East and ventured into nuclear power, building the USA’s first commercial plant.
Its projects include Boston’s complex “Big Dig” tunnel, the Channel Tunnel, and Intel megafab campuses.
It operates in global markets across Energy, Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Technology, Mining & Metals, and Nuclear/Security/Environmental sectors.
Typical projects include highways, bridges, ports, airports, LNG plants, data-centers, environmental cleanups, and nuclear facilities.

Culture + Values

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects.
We live for a challenge – make our customers’ ambitions a reality; adapt quickly and always look for a better way.
We do the right thing – exercise the highest level of integrity and ethics; create a positive legacy through purposeful and sustainable projects.
We take care of each other – safety and well-being above all; treat each other with the utmost respect.
We succeed together – embrace our differences, seek diverse views, and listen to understand; foster a deep sense of belonging.
We build trust – develop lasting 'One Team' relationships with our colleagues, customers, and partners; hold ourselves accountable to deliver excellence.

Environment + Sustainability

50% by 2030

Fleet Emissions Reduction

Aims to cut fleet emissions by half by 2030, targeting major Scope 1 and 2 fuel-related emissions.

Net Zero 2050

Emissions Goal

Committed to achieving net zero emissions across all Scopes by 2050.

Developing and implementing formal climate action plans on all reportable projects to reduce and manage emissions.
Testing hybrid/solar light plants, hybrid generation with energy storage, hybrid dozers/excavators, electric trucks/ATVs, and telematics to reduce idling.
Created CleanBuild™ 2.0 tool to predict project carbon footprint including embodied and operational GHG emissions.
Training global supply chain team in net-zero practices, engaging suppliers, and evaluating alternative concrete materials.
Collaborating with equipment manufacturers to accelerate next-generation hybrid and electrified construction equipment.
Participant in Corporate Coalition for Innovation & Technology toward Net Zero (CCITNZ) alongside GE, GM, Honeywell, Invenergy and others.

Inclusion & Diversity

900 Colleagues

Completed MARC Program

A large number of colleagues have successfully completed the MARC gender equity program.

150+ Participants

Women@Bechtel Conference 2022

The conference gathered over 150 in-person participants and hundreds more remotely, showcasing its global reach.

260 Female Professionals

Engineering & Safety Roles

Prominent female workforce involved in engineering and safety roles, highlighting gender diversity.

Top 100 Inclusive Workplaces

2022 Recognition

Recognized as one of the Top 100 Most Inclusive Workplaces in the U.K., reflecting strong diversity efforts.

Achieved ISO 30415 certification for Diversity and Inclusion, the first construction company in the U.K.
Participates in eight Business Resource Groups, supporting inclusivity and diversity.
Received national certification in Chile (NCh3262) for addressing gender pay gaps and workplace issues.
Launched Boundless@Bechtel in 2023 to enhance disability inclusion.

Articles

Our Services

Careers – Construction Services

Job Fraud Alert

People & Culture