Electrical and Instrument Designer

Orbital Engineering - Houston, TX

Full-time - Senior

Houston, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrument Designer to support large industrial projects in the Houston, Texas office. The role involves collaborating with Designers and Engineers, conducting site visits, and developing multi-disciplined proposals. The successful candidate will thrive in a team environment, demonstrate self-motivation, and ensure design accuracy across various projects. This position offers a hybrid work model but requires local residency in the Greater Houston area.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engineering schedules and man-hour budgets for projects.
• Perform and/or participate in site visits and field walks.
• Coordinate and develop drawings and associated documents for projects.
• Develop and compile engineering design packages.
• Work in a team environment supporting multiple projects at one time.
• Assist Engineers and direct less experienced Designers in the design, drafting, and development of installation drawings.
• Review vendor shop/fabrication drawings/documents.
• Ensure that Client, Industry, and Orbital guidelines, standards, and practices are being followed.
• Perform quality control checks of design packages.
• Manage and schedule a design and drafting team.
• Develop estimates and proposals for new multi-disciplined work.

Requirements

• Ten plus years' electrical and instrument design and technician experience with clients in pipeline, chemical, refining, terminal, and/or power industries.
• High School Diploma is required.
• Design and drafting experience using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation products.
• Thorough understanding of and aptitude for current computer software, including CAD systems, and general Office Products.
• Working knowledge of the NEC and industry standards.
• Ability to acquire TWIC, OSHA Basic, and other Orbital and client required training.

Nice-to-haves

• AutoCAD 2D & AutoCAD Plant 3D
• 3D Modeling
• InTools
• Self-starter, works independently with little direction
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Prescription drug coverage
• Supplemental insurance