Electrical Engineer, Utility Distribution

Job Title: Electrical Engineer, Utility Distribution

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite 

Legal Entity: Entergy Texas, Inc.-GTX 

 

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

 

 

*** This is an onsite position located in Beaumont, TX. Those outside the area would be required to relocate to fill this role. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. ***

 

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:
Responsible for meeting with customers to determine electric needs and requirements. Performs a wide variety of planning, maintenance, and design engineering activities related to routine, non-routine, and emergency restoration duties. Project areas may include grid/system design, operations and maintenance, planning, asset management, reliability, computer applications, safety, and root cause failure analysis.
 

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical guidance to the Engineer Associates and Assistants and local area line groups.
• Provide project management for all large projects including highway relocations, governmental projects, planned improvement and reliability projects.
• Review and recommend for approval electrical designs that meet customer needs, comply with company standards and enhance the overall system performance and reliability.
• Participate in meetings with external customers, architects, developers, contractors and government entities to communicate standards and guidelines.
• Perform engineering calculations to aid in planning and corrective measure projects.
• Assist with storm restoration efforts both local and out of town.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum education required of the position

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Discipline (typically Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Chemical, Industrial) from 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.
• Electrical Engineering Degree Preferred 

Minimum experience required of the position

• Engineer I - 0+ years of experience in an engineering discipline.
• Engineer II - 2+ years of experience in an engineering discipline. (1year with a M.S.)
• Engineer III - 4+ years of experience in an engineering discipline.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position
Knowledgeable of engineering principles. Ability to understand and comply with procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area. 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.

 

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Primary Location: Texas-Beaumont Texas : Beaumont 
Job Function: Engineering
FLSA Status: Professional 
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT 
Number of Openings: 2
Req ID: 120390
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