Engineering Associate - Transmission Line Design

Work Place Flexibility:

Onsite

Legal Entity:

Entergy Services, LLC

- This position will be filled between an Engineering Associate I, II or Sr. dependent upon qualifications

Job Summary/Purpose

This position works with Engineering and limited management oversight. Performs a wide variety of planning, maintenance, design engineering, project management and construction, and operations 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

Performs a wide variety of engineering support activities in transmission-related areas such as planning, maintenance, design, project management and construction, and operations.

Uses engineering/technical principles, best practices, and knowledge of internal and external business issues to solve problems, develop cost-effective, technically sound solutions, and improve products or services.

Works with Engineers and/or managers within respective department to review/finalize solutions.

Supports activities to comply with applicable industry standards (i.e., NERC, SERC) and other utility regulations, as required.

With Engineer and/or management oversight, applies knowledge of engineering principles in evaluating alternatives, making decisions, and interpreting/employing applicable electrical codes, procedures, standards, processes, and policies.

Assist with storm/emergency restoration efforts as necessary.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum education required of the position

2 or 4 year Associate/Technical Degree and minimum experience requirements.

Minimum Experience Required Of The Position

EA I - 5 years operational experience or minimum education requirements.

EA II - 2 years' technical experience and a Technical Degree, or 10 years operational experience or minimum education requirements.

Sr EA - 5 years of technical/design experience and Associate/Technical Degree, or 15 years operational experience.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required Of The Position

Demonstrate ability to apply engineering and design principles. Sound understanding of electric power flow theory. Understand construction methods and techniques, project management techniques, and applications of various engineering design. Mastery of relevant processes and policies, and excellent design skills. Consistency demonstrates good judgment. Good interpersonal skills along with strong written and oral communication skills. Good knowledge of Personal Computer operations and related software. Basic theory of electricity. Ability to interpret construction drawings. Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities. Ability to work well under pressure. Self-motivated and dependable team player. Good math skills. 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 maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets. Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base. Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement. Knowledgeable in MS Office software (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Desired: Maximo

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

None

Primary Location:

Louisiana-New Orleans Louisiana : New Orleans

Job Function

: Professional

FLSA Status

: Professional

Relocation Option:

No Relocation Offered

Union description/code

: NON BARGAINING UNIT-NBU

Number of Openings

: 1

Req ID:

119745

Travel Percentage

:Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEI 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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Accessibility:

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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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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.

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.