Electrical Designer (Industrial / Petrochemical)

Job Title: Electrical Designer (Industrial / Petrochemical)

Location: Houston, TX

Job Type: Contract / Long-Term Opportunity

Pay Rate - $65/hour on W2 - $70/hour on W2

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Designer to support large capital projects ($10MM ) within a global engineering team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality electrical designs for industrial and petrochemical facilities, ensuring systems are safe, reliable, and aligned with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electrical designs for new installations and upgrades in industrial/process plants
• Prepare detailed design deliverables including:
• One-line diagrams, schematics, and interconnection diagrams
• Equipment layouts, cable schedules, and load schedules
• Perform electrical design calculations (load, short circuit, etc.)
• Support equipment specification, sizing, and procurement activities
• Coordinate with multi-discipline teams (Mechanical, Civil, Piping, Instrumentation)
• Utilize CAD/CAE tools (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.) to produce construction-ready drawings
• Participate in scope development, estimates, and project planning
• Conduct occasional site visits for field data collection and design validation

Required Qualifications

• 10 years of electrical design experience in:
• Petrochemical, refinery, heavy industrial, or utility environments
• Strong experience in:
• Power distribution systems (<1000V)
• Electrical schematics and system design
• Grounding, lighting, and switchroom layouts
• Hands-on experience with electrical calculations (load, short circuit)
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation
• Working knowledge of industry codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, ANSI)
• Ability to work both independently and within cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Electrical or related field
• Experience with 3D design tools
• Familiarity with electrical equipment selection and sizing
• Experience working in operating plant environments

Work Environment & Travel

• Standard Monday–Friday schedule (8-hour days, flexible start times)
• Minimal travel (2–3 site visits per year)
• Field work in industrial environments may be required (PPE required)

Additional Information

• Candidates must be comfortable working in active plant environments
• TWIC card may be required (can be obtained after onboarding)
• All project-related travel expenses are reimbursed

Apply now if you have strong industrial electrical design experience and are looking to contribute to large-scale engineering projects.

GTech is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, status as a parent, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics as defined by federal, state or local laws.