Electrical Engineer - III
KLM
Houston, TX · Posted October 15, 2026
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About the job
Electrical Engineer - III
Houston TX or Tulsa, OK
As an Electrical Engineer, youll lead the design and optimization of electrical systems that power essential infrastructurepipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities. Youll 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. Youll 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, youll 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
Education/Years of Experience:
Required: Bachelors degree in electrical engineering and eight (4) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers or related industry
Preferred: PE License
Preferred: Masters degree in electrical engineering
Job Requirements:
Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as a main priority
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application and PC skills?
Proficiency in reviewing arc flash studies and implementing improvements
Working knowledge of electrical design codes (NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE, etc.)?
Preferred: Experience with PLCs?
Preferred: Project Management experience?
Preferred: 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
Preferred: Proficiency in designing, and implementing, Instrumentation systems, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (Companies ATS Questions) :
1. Do you have a Bachelors degree in electrical engineering
2. Do you have 4+ years of engineering experience in natural gas, data centers, or related industry
3. Do you have Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general PC skills
4. Do you have Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with safety as a top priority
5. Do you have Ability to review arc flash studies and implement improvements
6. Do you have Working knowledge of electrical design codes (NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE, etc.)
7. Do you have Masters degree in electrical engineering - Nice-to-Have
8. Do you have Professional Engineer (PE) License - Nice-to-Have
9. Do you have Project management experience - Nice-to-Have
10. Do you have Experience with PLCs and HMI systems - Nice-to-Have
11. Do you have Proficiency in designing and implementing instrumentation systems (PLC, HMI) - Nice-to-Have
12. Do you have Experience in Pre-FEED, FEED, or EPC phases of small to medium facility projects - Nice-to-Have
13. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.