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Electrical Engineer (Oil and Gas)

Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Location: [Location] (In-person)

Position Summary:
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career Electrical Engineer eager to gain hands-on experience, professional development, and mentorship. As a valued member of our team, you’ll contribute to a variety of electrical engineering projects, including bidding, performance evaluation, quality control, and production efforts. You’ll collaborate closely with our Instrumentation & Controls (I&C), design, and field teams, gaining broad exposure and sharpening your technical skills in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Uphold Select Engineering's Core Values: Integrity, Honesty, Teamwork, and Quality.

• Execute assigned engineering tasks with diligence and professionalism, including consultation, design, equipment selection, coordination, safety review, and planning.

• Collaborate with clients to develop and implement project solutions.

• Assist in preparing project proposals.

• Provide timely written progress reports to clients and management.

• Manage assigned tasks under the guidance and mentorship of senior staff and supervisors.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge:

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills for effective teamwork and departmental efficiency.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Comfortable engaging with clients and managing stakeholder expectations.

• Independent decision-making abilities that support successful project outcomes.

• Collaborative approach to working with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless deliverables.

• Familiarity with SKM modeling software (preferred).

• Basic understanding of power supply systems up to 4160 volts, including utility power requirements.

• Knowledge of Motor Control Center (MCC) equipment.

• Exposure to oil and gas treatment and processing operations is a plus.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive project information.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an aptitude for knowledge sharing.

Education & Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required (or the ability to obtain).

• Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) license and prior experience in the oil and gas industry.

Operational & Physical Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in team environments.

• Willingness to travel approximately 10–20%.

• Commitment to maintaining a strong safety culture.

• Ability to work extended periods at a computer in an office setting.

• Willingness to conduct site visits to refineries, chemical plants, drilling platforms, manufacturing plants, gas processing plants, and pipelines.

• Comfortable climbing ladders and stairs to access process equipment and towers.

• Capability to use supplied air devices in potentially hazardous environments.

• Occasional entry into confined spaces.

• Valid driver’s license for passenger vehicles and light trucks.

• Ability to drive and navigate in unfamiliar locations.

• Proficiency with mobile devices for communication and data collection.

• Physical ability to walk at least ½ mile across uneven terrain and carry up to 20 pounds for ¼ mile.

• Readiness to quickly evacuate work locations during emergencies.

• Proficiency in reading and understanding complex technical documents in English.

• Clear communication skills, both in-person and over the phone.

• Ability to produce accurate, professional documentation and emails.

• Flexibility to work extended hours (nine or more hours per day) as required.

• Comfortable working in hazardous environments such as refineries and gas processing plants.

• Ability to utilize public transportation, hotels, and other travel accommodations for work-related travel.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account (FSA)

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Vision insurance