Electrical Design Engineer
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Role – Electrical Design Engineer (Switchgear)
Salary – $45-$60 per hour.
Type – Contract, 6-12 month.
Openings – 2
Location – Houston, TX
My client is a globally recognized engineering organization specializing in energy-efficient power and thermal management solutions across buildings, infrastructure, and industrial environments. They are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong background in controls and power systems to support the design and delivery of technically robust, code-compliant electrical solutions.
This role offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering environment, contributing to projects that emphasize sustainability, performance, and long-term reliability.
The Electrical Design Engineer will have the following attributes:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (EIT or PE preferred, not required).
- 7+ years of professional experience in electrical system design.
- Strong background in power distribution and/or UL 508A-related systems.
- Exposure to power electronics and control systems.
- Proficiency with CAD and BIM tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or EPLAN.
- Solid working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and IEC standards.
- Clear communicator with the ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines.
- Detail-oriented and comfortable owning design responsibility within project teams.
The Electrical Design Engineer’s role will involve:
- Designing AC and DC electrical schematics for low- and medium-power systems.
- Developing designs for power distribution, grounding, lighting, and low-voltage control systems.
- Producing drawings, specifications, load calculations, and BOMs to support project execution.
- Ensuring designs meet applicable safety codes, standards, and internal quality requirements.
- Collaborating with mechanical, structural, and architectural teams to deliver integrated solutions.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives through design standardization and process enhancement.
For more information about this Electrical Design Engineer opportunity, please apply, or email Jack Smillie at , who will be able to provide more details on the position.
Many thanks,
Premier Group
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