Engineer I-Sr (Utility)

Job Title :   Engineer I-Sr (Utility)

Work Place Flexibility : Onsite

Legal Entity :   Entergy Texas, Inc.-GTX

This position maybe filled as an Engineer II, III or Sr. depending on the identified candidates’ qualifications.

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.

JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

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 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.

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 ID : 122239

Travel Percentage : Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority / Female / Disability / Vets. Please click here to navigate to EEO page, or see statements below.

EEO Statement :   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. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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Additional Responsibilities :  As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and / or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

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EEI Testing :

One way that Entergy has found to identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs is through pre-employment testing. If this position does require an EEI test, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting. If you are invited to a test session, we strongly recommend you review and complete the practice test as well as review the testing brochure for your respective test.  The test brochure will give you critical information on the test such as time allocated and Pre-employment Testing :   of questions.  Also, keep in mind that the actual test is timed; you should practice timing yourself while doing the practice tests. The practice test information and test brochures can be located by going to the EEI website,  http : / / www.eei.org / practicetests , numberLogon ID :   entergy, password :   practice test (2 words). Travel expenses incurred in connection with EEI testing are non-reimbursable.

In addition to EEI testing there is also Fit-for-Duty testing which will identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs. If this position does require Fit-for-Duty testing, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and / or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.