Engineer, Electrical
next-decade· Operations
About this role
ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION
NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower-carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost-effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com.
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE
NextDecade is seeking a full-time Electrical Engineer to support the long-term operations and maintenance of the Rio Grande LNG facility located near Brownsville, Texas. The successful candidate will serve as a technical subject matter expert (SME) in electrical engineering, with a strong focus on medium and low voltage power distribution systems, electrical protection and coordination, and reliability engineering for critical infrastructure.
The incumbent will report to the Manager of Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineering within the Operations Department, under the leadership of the Director of Facilities Engineering, the Sr. Director of Engineering, and the Vice President of Operations.
While the role has no direct reports, it may involve supervising contractor electrical engineers and mentoring maintenance electricians and technicians. Peer-level personnel will include other engineers across all facilities disciplines, including instrumentation, mechanical, process, and civil/structural engineering.
This position is located in Brownsville, TX. Check out our RGV Spotlight Video to learn more about Brownsville and the Rio Grande Valley!
Frequently Asked Questions
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This Engineer, Electrical role at next-decade is based in Brownsville, TX. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Engineer, Electrical role at next-decade full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Engineer, Electrical role in the Operations department at next-decade.
Which team or department does the Engineer, Electrical at next-decade belong to?
This Engineer, Electrical position is part of the Operations department at next-decade. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Engineer, Electrical job at next-decade posted?
This Engineer, Electrical position at next-decade was posted on Apr 25, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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