Electrical Engineer – Power Systems
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Hays Electrical Services
Houston, TX, US
Summary
Design and document electrical power distribution equipment including switchboards, panelboards, and control panels. Support the full project lifecycle from design through manufacturing, testing, and commissioning.
Job Description
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.
Founded in 2007, Hays Electrical Services, Inc. is now one of the fastest-growing electrical contractors in the nation, specializing in commercial, hospitality, and multi-family projects. Hays Electrical Services' reputation is built on dedication to excellence, providing value for our clients, and executing quality installations safely and productively. The Hays Electrical team continuously strives to deliver exceptional results to our partners by bringing passion, collaboration, and pride to every project and by building strong relationships with our clients based on integrity, trust, and reliability. Infused with a sense of shared ownership, our entire team focuses on building relationships that deliver results.
Founded
2007
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Self-Owned
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
Founded in 2007, Hays Electrical Services, Inc. is now one of the fastest-growing electrical contractors in the nation, specializing in commercial, hospitality, and multi-family projects. Hays Electrical Services' reputation is built on dedication to excellence, providing value for our clients, and executing quality installations safely and productively. The Hays Electrical team continuously strives to deliver exceptional results to our partners by bringing passion, collaboration, and pride to every project and by building strong relationships with our clients based on integrity, trust, and reliability. Infused with a sense of shared ownership, our entire team focuses on building relationships that deliver results.
Founded
2007
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Self-Owned
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
