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Audubon Companies

Electrical Engineer, Principal

Houston, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned, and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects. Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

Audubon Companies

Electrical Engineer, Principal

Houston, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned, and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects. Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

Audubon Companies

Electrical Engineer, Senior

Houston, TX · On-site

$104K - $135K/yr

Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned, and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects. Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

Audubon Companies

Senior Electrical Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$104K - $135K/yr

Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects. Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

Socket.dev

Electrical Engineer, Senior

Houston, TX · On-site

$102K - $133K/yr

Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned, and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects. Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities

Audubon Companies

Electrical Engineer, Senior

Houston, TX · On-site

$104K - $135K/yr

Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned, and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects. Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

Audubon Companies

Senior Electrical Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$104K - $135K/yr

Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects. Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

Weatherford

DESIGN ENGINEER I

Houston, TX · On-site

RDE Engineering REPORTS TO (JOB TITLE): DUAL REPORT Job Purpose Performsroutine tasks in the design ... are in charge of a function budget orsimply their own expenses Costs incurred should be within ...

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Stantec

Electrical Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Performs other duties as assigned by the Project Manager, Team Leader and/or Principal-in-Charge ... Professional Engineer Licensure - ability to become licensed in Texas is required, existing ...

Stantec

Electrical Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Performs other duties as assigned by the Project Manager, Team Leader and/or Principal-in-Charge ... Professional Engineer Licensure - ability to become licensed in Texas is required, existing ...

Stantec

Electrical Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Performs other duties as assigned by the Project Manager, Team Leader and/or Principal-in-Charge ... Professional Engineer Licensure - ability to become licensed in Texas is required, existing ...

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What is an engineer in charge?

An Engineer In Charge is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing engineering projects or operations, ensuring that all technical aspects are executed safely, efficiently, and according to specifications. They coordinate with various teams, supervise the work of engineers and technicians, and are often accountable for project timelines, budgets, and regulatory compliance. The Engineer In Charge acts as the main technical authority on-site and makes critical decisions to resolve any engineering challenges that arise during a project.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an engineer in charge?

To thrive as an Engineer In Charge, you need a solid background in engineering principles, project management, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree and licensure. Familiarity with industry-standard design software, project management tools like MS Project or Primavera, and safety management systems is crucial. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help in managing teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders. These competencies ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget while meeting technical and legal standards.

What are some common challenges faced by an engineer in charge when managing multidisciplinary teams on large projects?

As an Engineer In Charge, you may often encounter challenges coordinating between various engineering disciplines and ensuring clear communication among team members with different technical backgrounds. Balancing project timelines, quality standards, and budget constraints requires strong organizational skills and proactive problem-solving. Additionally, you’ll need to address unforeseen technical issues quickly while keeping stakeholders informed and maintaining team morale. Developing effective leadership and conflict-resolution skills is essential for overcoming these challenges and delivering successful project outcomes.

What is the difference between Engineer In Charge vs Site Engineer?

AspectEngineer In ChargeSite Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, relevant certificationsEngineering degree, site-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentOversees entire project, manages teamsManages daily site activities, supervises workers
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, engineering firms, project managementConstruction sites, civil engineering projects
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles in projectsUnderstanding on-site management roles

The Engineer In Charge typically holds a higher-level managerial role overseeing the entire project, while the Site Engineer focuses on daily site operations and supervision. Both roles require engineering credentials and are integral to construction and engineering projects, but their responsibilities and scope differ.

What cities near Houston, TX are hiring for Engineer In Charge jobs?

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Electrical Engineer

Sugar Land, TX • On-site

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.
Telecommunications • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.external

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Summary

Electrical Engineer will act as the overall technical person-in-charge of plant-wide high & low voltage power distribution, uninterruptible power supply, automatic control electrical systems and facility weak current systems. Coordinate electrical infrastructure construction of new projects, electrical safety compliance, fault troubleshooting and electrical technical renovation projects.

Job Duties

  • New project technical coordination: Review schemes and drawings of high & low voltage power distribution, FMCS (Facility Monitoring Control System) and integrated weak current cabling for new cleanrooms; supervise on-site construction, power-on commissioning, final acceptance and handover, and close all construction-related problems.
  • Plant-wide electrical system management: Manage full-range electrical facilities including high/low voltage switchgears, transformers, UPS systems, workshop process power distribution, lighting systems, PLC automatic controls, electrical control cabinets and full-plant cable tray routing.
  • Maintenance and compliance management: Formulate standards for daily inspection, quarterly maintenance and annual preventive verification of electrical equipment. Strictly implement electrical safety codes, plant-wide grounding & lightning protection, leakage protection and arc flash protection compliance requirements.
  • Fault handling & system renovation: Take the lead in troubleshooting plant-wide electrical faults, circuit hidden dangers and equipment electrical failures. Oversee electrical renovation projects including power distribution capacity expansion, electrical system upgrading and workshop power reconstruction.
  • Safety and team management: Guide maintenance teams to carry out standardized electrical operations, implement EHS electrical safety specifications, and formulate technical schemes for power cut, hot work and high-voltage operations to avoid electrical safety accidents such as electric shock, short circuit and unexpected power outage.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or related
  • Minimum 2 years working experience in industrial power distribution, semiconductor facility electrical operation
  • Skilled in reading single-line diagrams, electrical schematics and construction layout drawings; familiar with switchgear, UPS, and transformer.
  • Basic mastery of NEC, industrial electrical safety standards and grounding lightning protection specifications.
  • Over 4 years’ experience in factory electrical engineering, power system troubleshooting and capital construction matching.
  • Proficiency in power distribution systems, motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and backup or emergency power systems.
  • Familiar with electrical standards including NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE and NETA testing specifications.
  • Practical experience with PLC, FMCS and industrial power monitoring systems.

Work Environment

  • Oncall support for 24/7 production; respond to power failure and electrical fault emergencies during off-hours, weekends, and holidays.
  • Frequently enter Class 100/1000 cleanroom areas and mechanical equipment rooms for on-site technical investigation.
  • Regular work in high/low voltage electrical rooms, rooftop power equipment areas and cleanroom production floors.
  • Must wear insulated PPE when conducting high-voltage inspection, testing and maintenance work.
  • Comply with lockout-tagout (LOTO) procedures and all site electrical safety management rules.

Location

This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.

WHY AOI?

In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers

  • Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs

  • Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals

  • Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year

  • Relocation package available within US

  • Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)

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