Electrical Engineer -Sr; Power Generation
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Job Title
Electrical Engineer I‑Sr (Power Generation)
Workplace FlexibilityOnsite
Legal EntityEntergy Louisiana, LLC
Employment Levels- Engineer I, II, III, or Sr based on experience and qualifications
Provide engineering and technical oversight in Power Generation environments such as plants, plant support, and fleet maintenance.
Job Duties /Responsibilities- Be the Plant NERC Champion to ensure that testing of NERC related devices is coordinated with Compliance Technical Specialists
- Assist with the facilitation of the self‑certification process for NERC Reliability Standards
- Provide guidance and support to plant staff to help ensure compliance‑related tasks are performed as prescribed in Fossil Generation NERC procedures
- Champion of Causal Analysis / lead and assist in causal analysis of plant component failures, environmental and NERC compliance related items and operational events
- Conduct project management and technical oversight
- Coordinate and execute betterment capital and O&M projects, interface with plant production and maintenance, project personnel, and other stakeholders
- Ensure plant modification process is followed on projects
- Provide project and maintenance troubleshooting of equipment to address issues in a timely manner
- Oversee engineering activities of external firms including development of work scopes, solicitation, evaluation of proposals, project planning and controls, review of deliverables, installation support and start‑up assistance
- Monitor plant Key Performance Indicators, support plant staff in establishing action plans to close gaps, and track action plan progress through completion
- Support strategic planning processes such as Stage Gate Process and Plant Modification Process
- Ensure technical resources are available to assist in daily operations/maintenance activities
- Provide expert level consultation associated with applicable equipment (e.g., turbine‑generator, boiler, auxiliaries, etc.)
- Support and implement standards such as Predictive Maintenance Standard
- Provide interface with equipment OEMs
- Provide engineering support for plant modifications
- B.S. Degree in Engineering
- Desired:
Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- Engineer I: 0‑2 years of applicable and progressive experience
- Engineer II: 2‑4 years of applicable and progressive experience
- Engineer III: 4‑6 years of applicable and progressive experience
- Sponsor Engineer: 6+ years of applicable and progressive experience
- Desired:
Power Generation experience or other industrial experience with boiler and turbine operation
- Power plant operations knowledge with working experience at a generating station
- Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multi‑projects simultaneously
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, team player and/or leadership skills
- Self‑starter, independent worker, self‑motivator
- Expertise in Generation Protection Systems design, operation, and maintenance
- Proficient technical expertise with computer software and database development
- Skills in engineering analysis, problem solving and condition assessment; thorough understanding of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area
- None
This position is designated as a Safety Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre‑employment and random drug testing.
LocationPrimary
Location:
Westwego, Louisiana
Professional
FLSA StatusProfessional
Relocation OptionNo relocation offered
UnionNBU
Number of Openings1
Req123407
Travel PercentageUp to 25%
Equal Opportunity Employment StatementEntergy 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. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing…
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