
Electrical Engineer Senior - Pittsburgh, PA
- On-site
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
- Oil & Gas
Job description
Experience level: Mid-senior
Experience required: 8 Years
Education level: Bachelor’s degree
Job function: Engineering
Industry: Oil & Energy
Relocation assistance: No
As an Electrical Engineer Senior, you’ll lead the design and optimization of electrical systems that power
essential infrastructure—pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities. You’ll apply your technical
expertise to integrate advanced technologies like automation, real-time monitoring, and energy storage,
driving efficiency and innovation across operations. A key part of your role is ensuring safety through the
implementation of arc flash mitigation, fault detection systems, and rigorous compliance with regulatory and
environmental standards. You’ll also manage complex projects from concept to completion, aligning
engineering solutions with business goals and timelines. This is a high-impact role where your leadership and
problem-solving skills will directly contribute to operational reliability, safety, and strategic growth.
Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us.
Responsibilities/Expectations:
Leads the design, implementation, and optimization of electrical systems and power distribution
networks supporting critical infrastructure such as pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities
Champions the integration of advanced technologies including automation, real-time monitoring, and
energy storage to enhance system performance and reduce operational costs
Implements robust safety measures such as arc flash mitigation and fault detection systems to protect
personnel and ensure infrastructure reliability
Provides technical expertise in power distribution, electrical schematics, and system layouts for both
new construction and upgrades to existing facilities
Manages complex engineering projects from concept to completion ensuring alignment with business
goals timelines and budget constraints
Ensures compliance with all relevant safety, environmental and regulatory standards across electrical
systems and project execution
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver engineering solutions that meet internal and
external customer needs
Mentors and supports the development of junior engineers fostering technical growth knowledge
sharing and a culture of continuous improvement
Understanding of power system design, analysis, and simulation (e.g., ETAP, MATLAB, PSCAD,
Simulink or similar tools)
Knowledge of high-voltage equipment, transformers, generators, and switchgear
Understanding of grid integration and renewable energy systems
Experience in managing procurement processes for electrical equipment and materials, with
established industry contacts for sourcing reliable vendors and suppliers
Preferred: Experience in overseeing the (FAT) commissioning, testing, and startup of electrical
equipment to ensure proper functionality and compliance with design specifications
Other duties as assigned.
Education/Years of Experience:
Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or
university, OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited college or
university in a relevant field with Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (Highly Preferred) and eight
(8) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers or related industry.
Preferred: PE License
Preferred: Master’s degree in electrical engineering
or
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