Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Engineer (PE), Energy

Halff Associates, Inc.

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in relevant engineering discipline (Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or ABET equivalent)
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License required
  • 8+ years of I&E engineering experience in Oil & Gas or Energy
  • Experience in technical leadership and mentoring
  • Proficient in industrial control systems, low voltage power, and protective relays
  • Familiar with NEC, NFPA 70E, API, AGA standards
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office; field support experience is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Prepare engineering documents and specifications with Project Managers
  • Manage project schedules, resources, and quality control
  • Perform field visits for data collection and client engagement
  • Lead technical project discussions and resolve design issues
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff
  • Coordinate with utilities, vendors, and contractors to ensure smooth installations
  • Conduct design reviews and oversee equipment specifications

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, prescription, and life insurance
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company-paid holidays
  • 401(k) plans (Traditional and Roth)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Plan
Full Job Description
Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Engineer (PE)

Halff has an opening for an Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Engineer to join our growing Energy team out of our Texas or Oklahoma locations. The I&E Engineer will lead and support the design and execution of electrical power and instrumentation systems for midstream and upstream Oil & Gas and pipeline projects. This role combines technical design, project management support, and client interaction, with opportunities to mentor department personnel. This position offers an excellent career development opportunity for someone looking to grow with Halff, with potential for not only business and personal growth, but ownership in the firm.

What will you do:
  • Prepare engineering documents, drawings, plans, and specifications in coordination with Project Managers.
  • Manage multiple projects, including scheduling, resources, and quality control.
  • Perform field visits to collect data, support construction, and strengthen client relationships.
  • Lead projects, making technical recommendations and resolving complex design issues.
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers, EITs, and technical staff, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration within project team.
  • Interface with utilities, vendors, and contractors to coordinate design and installations.
  • Develop equipment specifications and perform design reviews, calculations, and analysis.
  • Support estimates and client presentations to help grow the business.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Monitor project budgets, allocate resources effectively, and identify opportunities to optimize project efficiency and profitability.
  • Apply technical expertise appropriately by understanding project specific standards, criteria, deliverables and best practices.
  • Manage quality assurance and control analysis to ensure projects meet or exceed client expectations and Halff requirements and comply with recognized standards and codes of practice.
  • Assist in development and management of project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
  • Support in preparation of proposals and RFQs.
  • Supports operation managers and practice leaders in pursuit of construction engineering and inspection opportunities.
  • Manage budgets, schedules, sub consultants, and client interaction.

What you will need:
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or ABET accredited equivalent engineering degree
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License
  • 8+ years of I&E engineering experience, preferably in Oil & Gas or Energy
  • Technical leadership and mentoring experience
  • Proficiency with industrial control systems, low voltage power, protective relays, switchgear, MCCs
  • Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, API, AGA
  • AutoCAD and Microsoft Office proficiency; field/construction support experience preferred

Technical Skills:
  • Control systems, PLCs, SCADA, instrumentation, and network architecture design
  • Knowledge of hazardous area electrical classification

Personal Competencies:
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to build client confidence and manage multiple priorities
  • Collaborative mindset with willingness to mentor and learn
  • Travel up to ~10%

The Halff Electric Distribution Advantage:

  • More than two decades of expertise in the electric utility industry with a deep understanding and proficiency in electric power.
  • We take a collaborative approach with an emphasis on integrated teamwork and partnership with our clients.
  • Rigorous quality assurance and quality control measures to ensure excellence.
  • Funding resources assistance. We can cut through the red tape that comes along with accepting grants and other funding types.

Learn more about Halff's Electric Distribution services, check out some of our projects, and meet our team

The Halff Electric Distribution Services:
  • Overhead and underground electric distribution engineering
  • Distribution system analysis
  • Voltage conversions
  • Roadway-related relocations
  • State, federal, and local permitting
  • Standards development


We offer excellent benefits, including but not limited to:
  • Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • 529 College Savings Plan
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Click here for a more comprehensive list of Halff's benefits

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

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