Senior Electrical Engineer II
Houston, TX | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT | FULL TIME
About the Company
This is a technology startup on a mission to decarbonize transportation using ammonia as a renewable fuel. The team is highly focused and ambitious. By joining, you will be contributing to the development of ammonia-driven green mobility and its economy. Be part of this transformative opportunity to reshape the transportation industry for a sustainable future.
Job Description :
We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer II to develop, test, and validate electrical instrumentation and control solutions for chemical process equipment and facilities. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to design, test, and troubleshoot electrical instrumentation and control systems for novel reactors and separation technologies for next-generation power solutions.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand electrical system requirements and develop specifications to meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Perform detailed electrical calculations and designs for power distribution equipment, cable installations, conduit installations, cable tray installations, and grounding systems.
- Develop wiring diagrams for sensors (pressure transducers, RTD sensors, flow meters, liquid level switches, etc.) and actuators (air compressors, solenoid valves, proportional valves, mass flow controllers, etc.).
- Create instrumentation deliverables such as Instrument Indexes, Datasheets, Cable Schedules, Panel Layout & Wiring Drawings, Loop Drawings, Location Plans, etc.
- Select, procure, configure, and test low and high voltage instrumentation devices and systems.
- Specify functions of power distribution systems and interface with contractors for system / cabinet builds.
- Design, assemble, and test electrical cabinets, junction boxes, and harnesses.
- Conduct FAT and SAT for control cabinets.
- Support commissioning and maintenance of facility electrical and control systems.
- Design and test interface circuits between instruments and PLC IO modules.
- Develop and execute test plans to validate systems and ensure compliance.
- Engage with suppliers and manufacturers to source components and troubleshoot issues.
- Maintain and operate facilities to resolve electrical performance issues, coordinating with vendors and adhering to internal policies.
Minimum Qualifications
BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering or related field with 10+ years of experience in electrical / electronic, instrumentation, and control systems.Experience selecting, configuring, and testing components such as motors, compressors, pumps, heaters, valves, controllers, and analyzers.Proficiency in developing wiring diagrams using tools like SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic or Lucidchart.Experience generating Instrument Indexes and PLC IO mappings.Experience designing schematics interfacing instruments with PLCs.Experience designing single line diagrams and electrical enclosures.Experience in R&D lab and commercial production facility systems.Strong communication skills and ability to work in fast-paced environments.Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external teams.Ideal Candidate Will Have :
5+ years designing electrical and instrumentation systems per NEC, IEC, ANSI standards.10+ years designing wiring diagrams for petrochemical or pharmaceutical processes.10+ years specifying and testing electrical equipment for industrial processes.5+ years designing and testing circuits for motors, compressors, pumps, heaters, valves, controllers, analyzers.Experience with 3-phase AC-DC power supply configuration.Experience selecting and testing industrial PLCs and IO modules.Experience configuring and troubleshooting PLC-based systems.Working knowledge of SCADA systems and field bus protocols (CANBUS, J1939, PROFINET, EtherCAT, ModBus).Proven ability to work independently on complex projects.Strong initiative and decision-making skills.Ability to produce high-quality engineering documentation.Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.Ability to identify and communicate technical / project risks effectively.Employee Benefits Include :
Unlimited vacation, equity incentives, 401K matching, health coverage (medical / dental / vision), parental leave, FSA account, transit account, and more.
Desired Skills and Experience
5+ years designing electrical and instrumentation systems per NEC, IEC, ANSI standards.
10+ years designing wiring diagrams for petrochemical or pharmaceutical processes.
10+ years specifying and testing electrical equipment for industrial processes.
5+ years designing and testing circuits for motors, compressors, pumps, heaters, valves, controllers, analyzers.