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Lead Electrical Engineer

Q1 Technologies, Inc.
Houston, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/29/2026

Job Title: Lead Electrical Engineer

Location : Houston, TX onsite



Role Descriptions:


To own electrical engineering decisions for fully integrated modular solutions involving medium voltage, low voltage systems, switchgear, relay panels, MCCs, UPS systems, protection schemes, and data center power infrastructure.


Key Responsibilities


• Develop and review single line diagrams, schematics, control wiring, and protection philosophy

• Support design of MV/LV switchgear, switchboards, MCCs, relay panels, and packaged substations

• Perform load calculations, cable sizing, protection coordination, and equipment selection

• Interface with customer specifications and utility requirements

• Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, ANSI, UL891, UL508A, and project standards

• Support FAT, SAT, commissioning documentation, and technical clarifications

• Coordinate with structural and mechanical teams for equipment integration

• Review vendor drawings and support procurement alignment

• Participate in site technical decisions and customer discussions


Required Experience


• 10 years in industrial electrical systems / substations / modular electrical buildings

• Experience in data center electrical systems preferred

• Strong understanding of switchgear, protection systems, and power distribution


Preferred Software


• ETAP

• EPLAN

• AutoCAD Electrical

• SKM Power Tools (preferred)

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