CenterPoint Energy

Manager, Electric Engineering

LocationEvansville, IN
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

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.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.


Job Summary

The Manager of Electric Asset Management oversees and directs technical staff responsible for; 1) developing and implementing asset management strategies and programs, 2) developing and maintaining material and design standards, and 3) managing joint-use requests from third-party communications providers for CenterPoint Energy’s Indiana Electric footprint. The position has responsibility for recruiting, on-boarding and managing new employees, and also manages contractor and vendor relationships. The position ensures adherence to applicable codes, and develops and maintains departmental standards and procedures. The position ensures effective collaboration and communications across engineering, field operations, and other internal and external stakeholder groups. The position participates in capital and O&M budgeting processes and monitors financial performance for respective area. The position provides support during emergency operations and electric system restoration activities.


Essential Functions

Maintains accurate and up-to-date substation, transmission and distribution asset data and ensures company systems of record (i.e. GIS, databases, etc.) are accurately maintained.
Develops and implements inspection and preventive maintenance programs for electric utility assets (i.e. poles and towers, substation equipment, underground distribution cable and equipment, etc.) in accordance with industry standard practices.
Oversees employees performing electric utility engineering activities, including development and publication of material specifications, design standards and other related activities.
Manages the utility’s joint use process from receipt of application through billing. Supports the development of construction work order packages and supports field execution of projects for joint-use requests. Manages joint-use contracts and ensures compliance with applicable FCC requirements. Performs periodic audits of pole attachments and manages annual joint use billing.
Builds safety into the electric distribution system by ensuring design adherence to applicable internal standard and procedures, and also ensures design adherence to external code requirements (NESC, etc.).
Works proactively with internal and external stakeholders and customers to identify opportunities to improve the reliability of the electric system.
Assists in the development of annual capital and O&M budgets.
Develops departmental goals and intiatives and works with team members to set individual performance goals.
Monitors performance, maintains employee records and documentation, provides on-going feedback, coaches when improvement is needed and performs formal performance reviews and counsels and/or administers disciplinary action, as warranted.
Develops staff to ensure job competency, staff growth, and succession planning.
Demonstrates initiative and a continuous improvement mindset.
Provides thorough documentation including business cases, performance metrics, status reports, etc.
Demonstrates superior written and oral communication skills.
Builds relationships and effectively interfaces with operational groups, engineering, new business and sales, customers, neighboring utilities, regulatory bodies, and others.
Participates in task forces, user groups, inter-utility working groups, and professional organizations including MEA, MEDE, IEA, EEI, etc.


Education Description

Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (or related discipline) from an accredited college or university
Requires a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license


Experience

Requires a minimum of five years electric utility or power engineering experience


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
Paid training
Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
Transit subsidies
Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution


Job Type: Full Time


Posting Start Date: 04/03/2025


Posting End Date: 04/10/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR

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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.

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