Petrochemical Support Electrical Engineer 2026-275

Location: Houston, Texas
Relocation Assistance: No
Per Diem: No
Visa Sponsorship: No

Start Date: August, 2026
Assignment Length: 12 months

Experience Required: 4 years hands-on in the natural gas or petrochemical industry

Education Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering,
OR Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology
Certification Requirements: E.I.T. Certification as a minimum

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are working with a leading natural gas provider to provide an Electrical Engineer with experience in the Natural Gas or Petrochemical industry, working from their office in Houston, Texas, to provide support for their projects throughout the Gulf area.

You may travel up to 25% of the time to project in Texas and Louisiana.

This is a 12 month contract assignment, with potential direct hire opportunity. Your work schedule is hybrid – in office 4 days per week, and remote one day.

Your Role:

You will manage and provide support for gas pipeline projects, including electrical infrastructure reliability, condition-based maintenance, outage support, arc flash studies, and managing construction contractors.

• Perform a wide spectrum of assignments, requiring technical evaluation, innovation, and judgement while maintaining customer satisfaction
• Work independently on mid-sized projects/technical assignments supporting operations
• Maintain a strong understanding of industry and operational requirements
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of safety requirements, produces results and meets goals
• Exhibit proficiency in Company processes, policies, procedures, and guidelines established by organization and governing agencies
• Prepare and deliver presentations to individuals
• Interpret internal/external customer needs, assess requirements and identify responses
• Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, build improvement plans and meet training needs
• Champion processes, procedure and safety standards
• Coordinate third party contractors
• Develop and complete equipment condition-based maintenance programs
• Repair and improve operational reliability of electrical infrastructure and voltage systems
• Support electrical equipment outage and maintenance
• Maintain electrical drawings
• Perform electrical reviews of management of change plans and work plans
• Coordinate and review arc flash studies and implementing improvements

Required Skills:

• Commitment to safety as an utmost priority
• Demonstrated proficiency in National Electric Code and industry standard methodologies
• Proficient in using AutoCAD or other CAD systems

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent organizational/interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application and PC skills

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant Engineering field, or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology
• FE (E.I.T.) Certification
• Minimum 4 years of hands‑on engineering experience in the natural gas or petrochemical industry, delivering electrical infrastructure reliability work

Preferred Experience:

• Professional Engineer License
• Project Management experience

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-275 and click here. Make sure to mention the Petrochemical EE role.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com and be sure to include the Job Title and Job 2026-275.

Electrical Power Systems Engineer – Contract  2026-272
Relocation Assistance: No
Per Diem: No
Visa Sponsorship: No

Start Date: August, 2026
Assignment Length: 2 years

Experience Required: 10 years

Education Requirements: BS or higher in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field.
Certification Requirements: Professional Engineer License preferred

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are working with a growing Electrical Power Engineering firm in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, who are actively seeking an Electrical Engineer with experience the in design, implementation, and optimization of electrical systems and power distribution networks supporting critical infrastructure such as pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities.

This is a two year contract opportunity, with the possibility of direct hire.

Your Role:

You will work with the company’s Power Distribution Team to manage complex projects that directly impact operations. You will apply your expertise to design solutions, troubleshoot issues, and drive innovation, leading small teams, collaborating across disciplines, and delivering clear presentations to stakeholders.

• Work on the design, implementation, and optimization of electrical systems and power distribution networks supporting critical infrastructure such as pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities
• Promote the integration of advanced technologies including automation, real-time monitoring, and energy storage to enhance system performance and reduce operational costs
• Implement robust safety measures such as arc flash mitigation and fault detection systems to protect personnel and ensure infrastructure reliability
• Provide technical expertise in power distribution, electrical schematics, and system layouts for both new construction and upgrades to existing facilities
• Participate in complex engineering projects from concept to completion ensuring alignment with business goals timelines and budget constraints
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental and regulatory standards across electrical systems and project execution
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver engineering solutions that meet internal and external customer needs

Required Skills:

• Knowledge in 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 supporting procurement processes for electrical equipment and materials, with established industry contacts for sourcing reliable vendors and suppliers

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with participation of the commissioning, testing, and startup of electrical equipment to ensure proper functionality and compliance with design specifications

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or relevant field
• 10 years experience in electrical power systems design and implementation
• Knowledge of reviewing arc flash studies and implementing improvements
• Working knowledge of electrical design codes (NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE, etc.

Preferred Experience:

• Masters degree in Electrical Enginering
• Professional Engineer License
• Project Management experience
• Experience working in Preliminary-Front End Engineering and Design (Pre-FEED), Front End Engineering Design (FEED), or Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) of small to medium facility projects
• Experience supporting the designing and implantation of Instrumentation systems, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-272 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com and refer to Job 2026-272.

Electrical Power Engineer 2026-268

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Relocation Assistance: No
Per Diem: No
Visa Sponsorship: No

Start Date: August, 2026
Assignment Length: 2 years

Experience Required: 4 years

Education Requirements: Bachelors Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering; or Electrical Technology with a Professional Engineer (P.E.) License

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are working with a growing Engineering Firm located just south of Salt Lake City, Utah, who is seeking an Electrical Power Engineer to join them on a 2 year contract to support the safe, reliable, and efficient commissioning and startup of power generation and energy systems. This role provides electrical engineering expertise throughout pre-commissioning, commissioning, and turnover, ensuring systems are properly tested, verified, and ready for operation.

The work schedule for this role is 7-on/7-off rotation with 12-hour shifts. Tuesday handovers at 11:30 AM; all other shifts are 6:30 AM–6:30 PM.

Your Role:

• Provide electrical engineering support across commissioning, startup, and system turnover phases
• Lead and support electrical commissioning activities, including testing, verification, and troubleshooting of switchgear, transformers, generators, and associated systems, and protection relays and control systems
• Validate power system studies (short circuit, coordination, arc flash) and ensure alignment with as-built conditions prior to energization
• Execute and oversee electrical testing activities (e.g., insulation resistance, hi-pot, relay testing, functional verification)
• Support pre-commissioning activities, including loop checks, calibration, and protection system verification
• Coordinate and participate in FAT, SAT, PSSR, and RFSU processes to ensure systems meet requirements for startup and turnover
• Collaborate with Project Management, Construction, Commissioning, Controls, and Operations teams to ensure aligned execution and system readiness
• Work directly in the field to support testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution during commissioning and startup
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, and company safety requirements
• Support BESS and power generation system integration, including system-level testing and performance validation
• Develop and maintain commissioning documentation, including ITRs, test records, redlines, and turnover packages
• Identify, track, and drive resolution of punch list items prior to system handover
• Coordinate with vendors to support installation, testing, and commissioning activities
• Promote continuous improvement and support development of standardized commissioning processes and tools
• Mentor and support development of junior engineers

Required Skills:

• Working knowledge of:
  • Electrical power systems and equipment (switchgear, transformers, generators)
  • Electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and control systems
  • Commissioning, testing, and startup processes
• Proficiency with power system analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, MATLAB, or similar)
• Experience with protection relay testing and electrical test equipment (e.g., Omicron, Doble, Megger)
• Understanding of:
  • Protection coordination and arc flash analysis
  • Grid integration and energy storage systems
  • DCS/SCADA systems and electrical integration

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited), or
  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology with a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• 4+ years of experience in electrical engineering, power systems, or commissioning in power generation, industrial, or related industries

Preferred Experience:

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or actively pursuing
• Experience with power generation, data centers, or BESS systems
• Experience supporting or leading commissioning and startup activities
• Familiarity with FAT/SAT execution and turnover processes

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-268 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com and be sure to include the Job Title and Job 2026-268.