Sr Engineer - Electrical and Instrumentation

Energy Transfer•Midland, TX

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer provides technical support to Project Managers throughout the lifecycle of capital growth projects, primarily in the areas of design, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning of crude and water pipeline and pump station facilities.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering with a focus on electrical, electronic, instrumentation, or related disciplines.
10+ years of engineering, design, operations, or maintenance experience in pipeline facilities or related environments.
Knowledge of industry safety practices and applicable codes.
Experience developing piping, instrumentation, and electrical diagrams.
Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and MS Project.

Nice To Haves

Broad knowledge of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
3–5 years of experience in pipeline, midstream, or refinery environments.
Strong emphasis on safety, operations, budget, and schedule performance.
Expertise with instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems, including PLCs, SCADA, VFDs, motors, analyzers, and low/medium‑voltage distribution.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, electrical modeling tools, and control system software.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and electrical schematics.
Demonstrated experience applying industry standards (NEC, NFPA 70E, <5kV low voltage, 5–15kV medium voltage).
Understanding of utility company processes for power load requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide engineering support during scope development, design, construction, and commissioning phases.
Serve as the discipline SME, ensuring projects comply with Company standards, industry specifications, and federal regulations.
Assist with the design and installation of electrical and automation systems, motors, protective devices, instrumentation, and related equipment.
Review and update project specifications and designs related to electrical equipment, facility power, power studies, utility feeds, distribution, and contracts.
Perform technical reviews of vendor material quotations, engineering drawings, and manufacturing specifications and procedures.
Prepare functional specifications and Cause & Effect documentation for PLC systems.
Provide technical expertise in specifying and troubleshooting electrical and control systems, instrumentation, and PLC devices.
Develop or modify control logic to address changes in equipment or operating conditions.
Identify temporary power generation needs and plan for transition to permanent power solutions.
Troubleshoot complex I&E issues, including PLCs, SCADA systems, analyzers, transmitters, motors, VFDs, and power distribution equipment.
Coordinate with contractors, integrators, and OEMs during design, installation, commissioning, and startup.
Maintain working knowledge of Company Engineering Standards and relevant industry standards.
Collaborate with in‑house designers and external engineering firms.
Prepare and support reviews of technical standards, specifications, and procedures for company‑wide and individual projects.