Electrical Designer
Katy, Texas, United States
$55 - $70 per hour, Benefits: yes
Sector:
Posted: 10/27/2026
Ref: BH-553551
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Designer to support the execution of industrial and commercial projects by developing high-quality electrical design packages and coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams. This role will be responsible for delivering design documents on schedule while ensuring compliance with client standards, project requirements, and applicable electrical codes.
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate is a driven, solutions-oriented designer with a strong technical foundation and a "get-it-done" mentality. While industrial experience is preferred, candidates from commercial or residential electrical design backgrounds who are adaptable, capable, and eager to learn will also be considered.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Designer to support the execution of industrial and commercial projects by developing high-quality electrical design packages and coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams. This role will be responsible for delivering design documents on schedule while ensuring compliance with client standards, project requirements, and applicable electrical codes.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain electrical design packages including:
- Single-line diagrams
- Electrical schematics
- Cable schedules
- Conduit and cable tray layouts
- Grounding and lighting plans
- Vendor package reviews
- Take ownership of assigned project deliverables and ensure milestones are met with a high level of accountability.
- Apply client and company design standards throughout all phases of project execution.
- Coordinate closely with Electrical & Instrumentation (I&E), Engineering, Piping, Mechanical, and Civil/Structural teams to resolve design conflicts and routing constraints.
- Review and incorporate vendor documentation into project design packages.
- Support multiple projects within a shared-resource environment while maintaining quality and schedule commitments.
- Participate in design reviews and collaborate with project stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
- Experience in electrical design for industrial, commercial, or related engineering projects.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D.
- Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and design documents.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills with cross-functional project teams.
- Industrial project experience, particularly within a lump-sum turnkey (LSTK) environment.
- Experience with Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design.
- Working knowledge of:
- Navisworks
- Bluebeam
- SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI)
- 3D design platforms
- Ability to effectively manage workload across multiple concurrent projects.
The ideal candidate is a driven, solutions-oriented designer with a strong technical foundation and a "get-it-done" mentality. While industrial experience is preferred, candidates from commercial or residential electrical design backgrounds who are adaptable, capable, and eager to learn will also be considered.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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