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Electrical Engineer – Power Systems

Houston, TXOnsitePart TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering
  • 2–5 years of experience
  • electrical power engineering
  • power distribution equipment
  • NEC
  • UL 508A
  • UL 891
  • UL 67
  • NEMA
  • AutoCAD Electrical

Nice to have

  • SKM
  • ETAP
  • EasyPower

Role summary

5K Power LLC is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer with 2-5 years of experience in power engineering to join their growing team. This role involves the complete lifecycle of engineered electrical power distribution equipment, from concept and design through fabrication, testing, and commissioning. Responsibilities include designing various power distribution systems, preparing technical documentation, performing critical engineering studies, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and supporting manufacturing and customer inquiries. The position offers opportunities for technical growth, mentorship, and career advancement within the company.


Electrical Engineer – Power Systems

About 5K Power

5K Power LLC designs and manufactures custom low-voltage power distribution equipment including UL 891 switchboards, UL 67 panelboards, switchgear, industrial control panels, temporary power systems, and engineered power distribution solutions. We combine engineering excellence with quality manufacturing to deliver reliable solutions across commercial, industrial, utility, and mission-critical markets.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer with 2–5 years of experience in power engineering to join our growing Engineering team. This role offers exceptional opportunities to expand technical expertise while participating in the complete lifecycle of engineered electrical power distribution equipment—from concept and design through fabrication, testing, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

  • Design panelboards, switchboards, switchgear, control panels, and temporary power systems.
  • Prepare one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, GA drawings, bills of material and submittal packages.
  • Perform load calculations, voltage drop, short-circuit and coordination studies as required.
  • Ensure compliance with NEC, UL 508A, UL 891, UL 67, NEMA and customer specifications.
  • Support manufacturing, testing, troubleshooting and customer technical inquiries.
  • Collaborate with project management, purchasing and production.

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university (required).
  • 2–5 years of experience in electrical power engineering or power distribution equipment.
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical and Microsoft Office; experience with SKM, ETAP or EasyPower is desirable.
  • Working knowledge of NEC and industrial power distribution.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Why Join 5K Power?

This is an outstanding opportunity for an early-career engineer to build a long-term career with a rapidly growing company. You will receive mentorship from experienced engineers, exposure to challenging projects, opportunities to develop expertise in UL-listed equipment, and a clearly defined path toward Senior Electrical Engineer, Engineering Project Manager, and Engineering Leadership positions.
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