CenterPoint Energy

Engineering Specialist

Engineering Specialist
Notice info
LocationMinneapolis, MN
Job Typefull time
Salary$69,632-$104,448
On-site
Utilities

About This Job


Date: Jul 18, 2025


Location: Minneapolis, MN, US, 55402


Company: CenterPoint Energy

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.


Job Summary:

Manages medium-sized projects from design through completion including preparation of plans, specifications, permits and contracts. Designs new or relocation pipe facilities and issue orders on natural gas distribution facilities for subdivisions, system improvements, and public improvement projects.


Essential Functions:


Review valve and regulator records for maintenance plans and ensure forms are submitted for all valves and regulators installed.
Creates and designs intermediate gas distribution facilities, transmission system designs, and support systems, including cathodic protection.
Prepares project documents, including but not limited to: long range capacity piping plans, easements, permits, bid packages, contracts, relocation and letter agreements, red-line and green-line proposals, regulatory proposals for service area certification, and main replacement program documentation packets.
Prepares cost estimates, material specifications and schedules, system capacity and pressure study modeling and analyses.
Prepares and submits minor construction drawings for facilities.
Prepares economic feasibility studies and makes customer contribution recommendations for new loads and system replacement work.
Provides design support to local gas operations.
Prepares operational procedures to complete projects.
Communicates and coordinates with district employees, customers, and government agencies. when necessary where corrections need to be made or assisting them with a problem.



Basic Qualifications:


Education:


Requires a high school education or the equivalent knowledge of English, basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and calculation of fractions and/or percentages), grammar, spelling and punctuation. Prefer 2- or 4-year degree in technical discipline.


Experience:

Requires a minimum of two (2) years of experience in natural gas utility design or a minimum of four (4) years of related construction project design.


We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.


What we bring to you

Competitive pay

Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Health/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution
Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
Paid training
Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
Life, AD&D, Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Transit subsidies
Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston

Job Type: Full Time Posting Start Date: 07/14/2025 Posting End Date: 07/28/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Compensation: $69,632.00 to $104,448.00 Annually

CenterPoint Energy is required by Minnesota law to provide a good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum starting compensation range at the time of posting for the opportunity. This annual compensation range is specific to Minnesota and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.


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Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis

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