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Location
Tulsa Office
Work Type
Onsite
At a Glance
An Electrical Engineer, Senior is responsible for work including, but not limited to, general electrical, power, cable/wiring management, sensors, wiring devices, control system implementation, motors/drives, API/NEC/NFPA/IEEE and other similar regulatory implementation and compliance as well as some troubleshooting, diagnostics, and signal analysis for oil & gas drilling equipment and processes.
What You Will Do
- Manage all aspects of an engineering project, from start to finish, ensuring it is completed on time and within budget.
- Design, communicate, and implement an operational plan for completing the project; monitor progress and performance against the project plan; take action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays.
- Identify, develop, and gather the resources to complete the project, including preparing engineering designs and work specifications, developing project schedules, and selecting materials and equipment.
- Liaise with other operational areas in the organization (e.g., operations, other engineering disciplines, drafting) to secure specialized resources and contributions for the project.
- Conduct meetings and prepare reports to communicate the status of the project.
- Provide after‑hours and weekend support when needed.
- Travel domestically and internationally as required for projects.
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science from an ABET‑accredited university required.
- Prior numerical computing and data simulation experience with MATLAB/Simulink, ETAP, SKM, SCADA, or similar.
- Ability to create and read logic and flow diagrams and schematics for system/program design, programming, simulation, and testing, and start‑up.
- Prior experience in power systems, energy management, energy storage, microgrids, and ESG – Environmental and Social Governance – is desired.
- Ability to work with multiple engineering disciplines and operational groups.
- Excellent professional and interpersonal skills.
- PLC programming and/or high‑level programming (C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, etc.) required.
- Ability to analyze field problems; support technical service in determining various causes and solutions of software/hardware‑related problems reported from the field.
- Self‑motivated individual with the ability to set and achieve goals.
- Ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and communicate with the field.
- Solid documentation and organization skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Not a Must, But a Plus
- 5+ years of oil and gas, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, food processing, or similar experience preferred for senior level.
- Hands‑on field experience with power and control systems is a plus.
- Configuration and programming experience with VFD is a plus.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts.
- 401(k) match paid.
- Leave plans.
- Parental & adoption benefits.
- Disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Educational assistance.
- Learning & development opportunities.
- Flex‑scheduling available for qualifying positions to achieve work‑life integration.
The job level and associated compensation for this position will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and alignment with the role’s requirements. Final compensation for this role may vary depending on individual factors.
H&P is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team!
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