Electrical Engineer
NorthMark · Houston
Electrical Engineer – Downhole Advanced Heater Systems
Salamander is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to support the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of advanced downhole heating systems and supporting surface equipment for conventional and unconventional oil & gas applications. This role is responsible for developing electrical designs, power distribution systems, control systems, and supporting documentation that meet project requirements, industry standards, and operational objectives. The Electrical Engineer will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, and Sales teams to deliver reliable and commercially viable solutions tailored to customer needs.
This position requires on-site presence.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and support electrical systems and components for downhole heating systems, surface equipment, and related technologies.
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and engineering documentation.
- Perform electrical analysis, component selection, and system validation to ensure compliance with project requirements, safety standards, and company specifications.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Sales teams to develop practical and cost-effective solutions.
- Support product development, testing, troubleshooting, and field deployments to improve system performance and reliability.
- Provide technical support for customer projects, manufacturing operations, and field applications.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for design, manufacturing, or operational issues.
- Identify opportunities for product improvements, cost reductions, and process efficiencies.
- Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, safety requirements, and engineering best practices.
- Escalate non-standard designs, major technical issues, and new product development requirements to the Director of Engineering for review and approval.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
- 4–8 years of experience in electrical engineering, product development, industrial systems, oilfield equipment, or related applications.
- Experience with electrical design software, schematic development, and system troubleshooting.
- Strong understanding of electrical power distribution, controls, and instrumentation systems.
Core Competencies:
- Knowledge of electrical system design and engineering principles.
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to electrical systems, such as NEC, IEEE, IEC.
- Experience developing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience supporting product development and manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with industrial control systems, sensors, instrumentation, and power systems.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to collaborate across Sales, Operations, Manufacturing, and Engineering organizations.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously.
- High attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and project execution skills.
What We Offer:
We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. Some of the exciting benefits we offer include:
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Employer-covered medical insurance options
- 100% employer-covered dental and vision plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. Salamander reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the role as necessary.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salamander is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company’s Policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories is prohibited.