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BOSS Professional Services

Lead Electrical Engineer

BOSS Professional Services, Texas City

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Overview:

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A pioneering organization in the clean technology sector is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support the development, testing, and validation of electrical instrumentation and control systems for chemical process equipment and facilities. This role contributes to advancing carbon-free energy technologies targeting hard-to-decarbonize industries such as maritime transport and stationary power .

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Key Responsibilities:

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  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define electrical system requirements and develop specifications aligned with performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
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  • Conduct detailed electrical design and calculations for power distribution, cable/conduit/tray layouts, and grounding systems using industry-standard tools.
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  • Develop wiring diagrams for sensors (e.g., pressure transducers, RTDs, flow meters, level switches) and actuators (e.g., compressors, VFDs, valves, mass flow controllers).
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  • Produce instrumentation documentation including indexes, datasheets, cable schedules, panel layouts, loop drawings, and location plans.
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  • Select, configure, and test low- and high-voltage instrumentation components.
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  • Design and assemble electrical cabinets, junction boxes, and harnesses; support factory and site acceptance testing.
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  • Commission and maintain electrical and control systems for testing environments.
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  • Develop and validate interface circuits between instruments and PLC I/O modules.
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  • Execute test plans to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
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  • Interface with suppliers and manufacturers for component sourcing and issue resolution.
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  • Provide operational support by troubleshooting electrical systems and coordinating with vendors and engineering teams.
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Minimum Qualifications:

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  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering or a related discipline.
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  • 10+ years of experience in electrical/electronic, instrumentation, and control systems engineering.
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  • Hands-on experience with industrial equipment such as motors, compressors, pumps, heaters, valves, flow controllers, and gas analyzers.
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  • Proficiency in schematic design software (e.g., SOLIDWORKS Electrical, Lucidchart).
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  • Experience with PLC I/O mapping, single-line diagrams, and enclosure/harness design.
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  • Background in electrical systems design and maintenance for lab or production facilities.
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  • Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in dynamic environments.
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Qualifications:

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  • 5+ years of experience designing systems in accordance with NEC, IEC, ANSI standards.
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  • 10+ years of experience in process instrumentation and control within petrochemical or pharmaceutical sectors.
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  • Familiarity with industrial PLCs, SCADA systems, and field bus protocols (e.g., CANBUS, PROFINET, EtherCAT).
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  • Proven ability to work independently and produce high-quality engineering documentation.
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  • Demonstrated initiative and technical problem-solving skills.
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Email: (email protected)

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