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What is the role of a Project Engineer at Conduit Services LLC?

The Project Engineer position at Conduit Services LLC is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Engineering field.

Where is this Project Engineer job located?

Houston, Texas, 77024, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Project Engineer role?

Full-time or part-time position

What is the expected salary for this Project Engineer job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

Project Engineer job near me in Houston, Texas at Conduit Services LLC

About the Position

Conduit Power is committed to strengthening our nation’s power generation system by delivering reliable, dispatchable energy solutions that reduce carbon footprints and accelerate the transition to clean, renewable resources.
We are seeking a licensed Project Engineer in Electrical Engineering who brings deep, hands-on substation and power generation expertise, along with proven technical leadership, to the design, development, and execution of complex electrical infrastructure projects. This role will serve as a senior technical authority, leading engineering activities from concept through commissioning, ensuring that all work meets the highest standards of safety, performance, and compliance.
If you Are:

Deeply interested in supporting the transition to clean, renewable energy.
A driven, detail-oriented professional seeking a meaningful career growth opportunity
Proud of delivering high‑quality engineering work
Flexible and excited to work in a small, collaborative, high‑impact team
A continuous learner who thrives on expanding technical knowledge
A critical thinker who transforms technical information into clear, compelling communication
A direct, thoughtful communicator who values strong, respectful working relationships

You Will:

Lead the full engineering lifecycle of MV/HV power generation and interconnection projects—from early scoping through detailed electrical design, procurement support, construction oversight, and commissioning
Serve as a senior lead technical and engineering authority for substation, protection, and power generation systems, providing PE-level review, and final design approval
Review, develop, and integrate engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations across electrical, mechanical, and controls/SCADA disciplines for substations, switchyards, protection and relaying schemes, and systems including natural gas‑fired generation and battery energy storage (BESS)
Conduct formal electrical design reviews at key milestones (30%, 60%, 90%, IFC), with particular attention to MV and HV equipment, protection, and grounding design, and drive timely resolution of technical comments
Lead technical support for utility interconnection activities, including interconnection studies, utility protection requirements, relay settings review, commissioning coordination, and compliance with utility and ISO requirements.
Collaborate with internal teams, external engineers, OEMs, and construction partners to ensure adherence to design requirements, safety standards, performance expectations, and equipment specifications
Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams and coordinate work across internal stakeholders, consultants, EPC partners, OEMs, and operations personnel.
Lead technical evaluations of bids and vendor proposals, including switchgear, transformers, protection systems, natural gas reciprocating engines, and instrumentation
Develop and refine electrical scopes of work, RFQs, design specifications, and engineering procedures
Provide hands-on field leadership for site commissioning, protective relay testing and coordination, and troubleshooting, including factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and field commissioning support
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers on MV and HV design standards, field practices, and engineering best practices
Evaluate engineering alternatives and design decisions with consideration for safety, reliability, constructability, operability, schedule, and lifecycle cost.
Evaluate emerging electrical technologies across BESS, natural gas generation, renewables, and distributed energy systems

What You Bring to the Team:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field (Master’s degree a plus).
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering (Power) strongly preferred
8+ years of engineering experience in power generation, substation design, BESS, transmission & distribution, renewables, or related energy sectors, including direct, hands-on MV and HV design and field experience
Extensive, hands-on experience with LV, MV, and HV design and field execution, including equipment sizing, protection & control, relay coordination, grounding, switchgear, power transformers, and SCADA/RTU integration. Substation protection & controls (P&C) experience is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience supporting EPC projects during detailed design, construction, startup, and commercial operation.
Proficiency in power generation concepts, electrical protection, communications protocols, and equipment sizing
Experience performing or reviewing power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, grounding, arc flash, and protective device coordination analyses.
Strong familiarity with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, NESC, IEEE, IEEE C37 substation/protection standards, NFPA)
Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring junior engineers and directing multi-disciplinary project teams
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to simplify complex technical topics for diverse audiences
Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment
Willingness to travel 5–10% (primarily within the U.S.)
Legally authorized to work in the U.S., with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

What Conduit Brings to You:

Opportunity to play a significant role in transforming the energy industry
Growth, development, learning, and advancement opportunities
An extremely flexible environment where your voice, thoughts, and ideas are valued and heard
Excellent benefits (company-paid and voluntary): Health / Dental / Vision / Life / AD&D
/ STD / LTD / AFLAC / Pet / Legal / Commuter / 401(k) with Company Match / Paid Time Off and more!

Location:

Houston, TX

Target Comp Range:

Commensurate with experience

About Conduit Power

Conduit Power is an Independent Power Producer (IPP) and services platform dedicated to delivering total power solutions for commercial and industrial customers. We specialize in designing, building, owning, and operating natural gas and battery storage power generation assets.

Our mission is to help customers accelerate in-service dates, reduce energy costs, enhance operational performance, lower carbon emissions, and unlock greater value from natural gas. By combining on-site generation with a robust services platform, Conduit Power enables businesses to take control of their energy future with reliable, scalable, and cost-effective solutions.

Learn more at www.conduitpower.co.

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