Engineer -Sr; Utility

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Responsible for supporting the Distribution Operations Center (DOC) in engineering functions, analysis, and technical expertise. Performs a wide variety of planning, maintenance, and engineering activities related to routine, non-routine, and emergency restoration. Project areas may include grid/system design, operations and maintenance, planning, asset management, reliability, computer applications, safety, and root cause failure analysis.

Provide technical guidance to the DOC operators, staff, and local area line groups. Provide project switching analysis and outage scheduling support for all large projects including substation, distribution planned and reliability projects. Review and recommend for planned and contingent switching plans, comply with company standards and enhance the overall system performance and reliability. Participate in meetings with internal customers to facilitate DOC functions.

Report on relevant metrics pertaining to DOC functions. Perform engineering calculations to aid in planning and corrective measure projects. Assist with storm restoration efforts.

Minimum education required of the position

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Discipline (typically Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Chemical, Industrial) from a four year accredited institution.
• Degrees in engineering technology (typically, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four year accredited institution with PE may be considered.

Minimum experience required of the position

• Engineer I: 0 to 2 years experience in an engineering discipline.
• Engineer II: 2+ years experience in an engineering discipline.
• Engineer III: 4+ years experience in an engineering discipline.
• Engineer Sr: 6+ year experience in an engineering discipline.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position.

• Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles.
• Thorough understanding of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area.
• Consistently demonstrates good engineering judgment.
• Good leadership skills.
• Good interpersonal skills along with strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent math skills.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Good knowledge of Personal Computer operations and related software.
• Familiar with National Electrical Safety Codes and National Electrical Code.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Required to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to mitigate the hazards.
• Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service.
• Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base.
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and have the ability to enact change.

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.

Primary

Location:

Texas
- Beaumont Texas:
Beaumont

Job Function: Professional

FLSA Status: Professional

Relocation Option:

Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings: 1

Req : 122239

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

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