Electrical Engineer - Power & Controls (Oil & Gas)
Company: BlackStar
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Electrical Engineer – Power
Generation & Controls Locations: Tulsa, OK (Entry-Level to III) |
Houston, TX (III) Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire About the
Role: Were seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to design,
optimize, and manage electrical systems powering pipelines,
compressor stations, and storage facilities. Youll integrate power
generation, controls, automation, real-time monitoring, and energy
storage to improve efficiency, safety, and operational reliability.
Lead projects from concept to completion, implement arc flash
mitigation , ensure compliance with NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE , and
mentor junior engineers. Key Responsibilities: Design, implement,
and optimize electrical power generation and control systems for
natural gas or related industries Integrate advanced technologies:
automation, PLCs, HMI, real-time monitoring, and energy storage
Implement safety measures, including arc flash mitigation and fault
detection systems Manage projects from concept to completion,
aligning with timelines, budgets, and business objectives Ensure
compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety standards
Review electrical schematics, power distribution systems, and
instrumentation designs Mentor and support junior engineers
Must-Have Qualifications: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering
(ABET-accredited) 4 years of engineering experience in natural gas,
data centers, or related industries (Tulsa: entry-level also
considered) Strong power generation and controls expertise
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general PC skills Knowledge of
arc flash mitigation, fault detection, and electrical codes (NEC,
NEMA, API, IEEE) Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Nice-to-Have: Master's in Electrical Engineering Professional
Engineer (PE) license Project management experience Experience with
PLCs, HMI, and instrumentation systems Experience in Pre-FEED,
FEED, or EPC small-to-medium facility projects Benefits & Perks:
401k: up to 6% match 4.5% fixed contribution Insurance starts day
one with HSA/FSA options PTO: 120–200 hours, depending on
experience, rollover available Annual Incentive Program (AIP) &
applicable bonus Relocation packages available
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