Project Engineer

Conduit Power

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering
  • 4+ years of engineering experience in power generation or related energy sectors
  • Deep knowledge of electrical systems and distribution design
  • Proficiency in power generation concepts and equipment sizing
  • Strong familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE)
  • Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead the entire engineering lifecycle of power generation projects
  • Serve as the primary technical authority, providing design approval and PE-level review
  • Review and integrate engineering documents across multiple disciplines
  • Conduct formal electrical design reviews at major project milestones
  • Collaborate with various stakeholders to enforce safety and performance standards
  • Lead evaluations of technical bids and vendor proposals
  • Develop scopes of work and oversee QA/QC activities

Benefits

  • Opportunity to significantly impact the energy industry
  • Growth and advancement opportunities
  • Flexible work environment that values employee input
  • Comprehensive health benefits including dental and vision
  • 401(k) with company match and paid time off
Full Job Description
About the Position

We are seeking a licensed Project Engineer (PE) in Electrical Engineering who brings strong technical expertise and leadership to the design, development, and execution of power generation projects. This role will lead engineering activities from concept through commissioning, ensuring

that all work meets the highest standards of safety, performance, and compliance.

If you Are:
  • Deeply interested in supporting the transition to clean, renewable energy
  • A driven, detail-oriented professional seeking a meaningful career growth opportunity
  • Proud of delivering high-quality engineering work
  • Flexible and excited to work in a small, collaborative, high-impact team
  • A continuous learner who thrives on expanding technical knowledge
  • A critial thinker who transforms technical information into clear, compelling communication
  • A direct, thoughtful communicator who values strong, respectful working relationships


You Will:

  • Lead the full engineering lifecycle of power generation projects-from early scoping through detailed electrical design, procurement support, construction oversight, and commissioning
  • Serve as the lead technical and engineering authority, providing PE-level review, stamping (as applicable), and design approval
  • Review, develop, and integrate engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations across electrical, mechanical, and controls/SCADA disciplines for systems including natural gas-fired generation and battery energy storage (BESS)
  • Conduct formal electrical design reviews at key milestones (30%, 60%, 90%, IFC) and drive timely resolution of technical comments
  • Collaborate with internal teams, external engineers, OEMs, and construction partners to ensure adherence to design requirements, safety standards, performance expectations, and equipment specifications
  • Lead technical evaluations of bids and vendor proposals, including switchgear, transformers, protection systems, natural gas reciprocating engines, and instrumentation
  • Develop and refine electrical scopes of work, RFQs, design specifications, and engineering procedures
  • Oversee QA/QC activities including factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and field troubleshooting
  • Identify opportunities to enhance engineering workflows, documentation quality, and cross-team collaboration
  • Evaluate emerging electrical technologies across BESS, natural gas generation, renewables, and distributed energy systems


What You Bring to the Team:

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering- Power or related field is strongly preferred.
  • 4+ years of engineering experience in power generation, BESS, transmission & distribution, renewables, or related energy sectors
  • Deep knowledge of low- and medium-voltage electrical systems, distribution design, and power equipment
  • Proficiency in power generation concepts, load flow, fault analysis, electrical protection, communications protocols, and equipment sizing
  • Strong familiarity with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, NESC, IEEE, NFPA)
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to simplify complex technical topics for diverse audiences
  • Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to travel 5-10% (primarily within the U.S.)
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S., with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation


What Conduit Brings to You:

  • Opportunity to play a significant role in transforming the energy industry
  • Growth, development, learning, and advancement opportunities
  • An extremely flexible environment where your voice, thoughts, and ideas are valued and heard
  • Excellent benefits (company-paid and voluntary): Health / Dental / Vision / Life / AD&D
  • / STD / LTD / AFLAC / Pet / Legal / Commuter / 401(k) with Company Match / Paid Time Off and more!


Location:

Houston, TX

Target Comp Range:

Commensurate with experience.

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