Job Description

Requisition ID: 100830 

Job Category:  Engineering 

Location:  Houston, TX, United States 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. 

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class  project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the  engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

The Lead Electrical Engineer provides support to the Engineering Manager and is responsible for supervising a team of electrical engineers and designers.

The Lead Electrical Engineer provides leadership and assists in the resolution of all technical issues related to the discipline.

In addition, the Lead Electrical Engineer defines and develops the plan to meet the project requirements and manages the team of electrical engineers and designers to achieve the expected results in terms of quality, cost and schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a thorough understanding of the project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule
• Prepare a list of engineering deliverables and time based functions to facilitate the planning and control of the engineering budget
• Develop the electrical work plan for insertion into the project specific execution plan
• Develop and maintain the project scope of work documentation and revisions as required during the design evolution
• Manage and review the Engineering Work Packages (EWP) associated with all deliverables and time based functions to ensure that budgets and schedules are being met, and take corrective action if necessary
• Review and approve the electrical and layout design criteria documents
• Review and approve the electrical engineering and design standards
• Review and approve electrical technical deliverables (specifications, datasheets, drawings, etc.)
• Assist in the preparation and development of project specific procedures
• Define the system requirements to achieve the project results and monitor effectiveness
• Assign work tasks (via approved engineering work packages) to individuals and continuously monitor progress and quality
• Represent the electrical practice in project engineering coordination meetings
• Schedule, coordinate and participate in electrical design reviews
• Ensure coordination, between the electrical team and other disciplines, of all activities being performed as the design evolves
• Ensure that quality audits of engineering work are carried out in accordance with project procedures and the quality assurance plan
• Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of electrical engineering work
• Ensure that all work designed, manufactured and supplied in the electrical engineering discipline complies with the relevant sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
• Participation in the compilation of the client Project Safety Management Plan with specific reference to switching, isolation and lockout procedures.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BSc/B.Eng in electrical engineering
• Registration as a professional engineer with an approved engineering institution or engineering council or other region equivalent
• Minimum of ten years project engineering experience
• Has experience working on large projects in a multidisciplinary environment
• Ability to manage individuals to attain quality, cost and schedule objectives
• Strong deliverable focus and ability to plan the work
• A high degree of understanding of interdisciplinary dependencies related to the discipline
• Good understanding of procurement, contracting and commissioning methodologies
• Technical exposure to the equipment technologies related to the project
• Good understanding of Hatch systems and workflows as they relate to the electrical practice
• Thorough understanding of Hatch HSEC policy and standards
• Strong leadership skills
• Well developed communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Extensive knowledge of Hatch’s 3D data centric design systems
• Extensive knowledge of Hatch’s engineering management systems
• Strong ability to delegate tasks and promote the effective performance of team members
• Experience in mentoring young professionals
• Extensive experience in the use of procedures and workflows in the execution of projects
• Significant previous experience in engineering planning for the discipline
• Strong client focus.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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