Project Engineer, Systems Engineer

Job Summary

This position supports Project Engineering deployment initiatives within Entergy Services, LLC. The engineer will provide distribution design and engineering for projects across five Entergy operating companies, including detailed scoping, engineering, and design activities for projects initiated by Asset Management, Distribution Planning, Distribution Automation, and Project Engineering initiatives.

• Develop detailed scoping and engineering plans for projects.
• Ensure adherence to Project Engineering standards while developing scoping, design, and engineering deliverables.
• Partner with subject‑matter experts (e.g., Project Management, DOC, Data Maintenance, Planning, Operations, Transmission) to input scoping.
• Perform quality assurance on internal and external design deliverables and audit design packages and construction jobs.
• Assist the Right‑of‑Way group to secure permitting when needed.
• Support change management and rollout of new program development.
• Assist the distribution automation organization in implementing smart devices associated with Grid Mod Projects.
• Participate in industry technical knowledge‑sharing and best‑practice meetings with peer utilities.
• Resolve technical engineering conflicts affecting cost, schedule, quality, or customer satisfaction.
• Respond to regulatory bodies with technical engineering expertise.
• Integrate safety, reliability, operability, constructability, and configuration management practices into final products, designs, and processes.
• Develop processes and tools to improve project cost, cycle time, and quality.
• Coordinate switching orders necessary for Grid Modernization projects.

• Education
  Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or Industrial) from a four‑year accredited institution.
• Degrees in engineering technology may be considered if the candidate holds a Professional Engineer license.
• Experience
  Prospective titles and required experience:
  • Engineer
    
    I – 0 to 2 years
  • Engineer
    
    II – 2+ years
  • Engineer
    
    III – 4+ years
  • Engineer Sr – 6+ years
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  Technical mastery of engineering principles; in‑depth knowledge of procedures, programs, and standards; value‑driven engineering decisions; mentoring; leadership; strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication; excellent math; excellent project management; computer proficiency; ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities; capability to work under pressure; safety‑first mindset; commitment to diversity and inclusive work environment; process‑improvement mindset.
• Certificates & Licenses
  Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Arkansas (Little Rock), Louisiana (West Monroe), Mississippi (Jackson or Southaven).

The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.