Distribution Designer I-Sr.

Entergy; Brookhaven (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy in Brookhaven, Mississippi is seeking a Distribution Designer I-Sr. You will be responsible for assessing customer electric needs, designing installation projects, and managing distribution projects for both residential and commercial clients.

The ideal candidate has experience in electric utility design and good communication skills. A degree is necessary depending on the design level. The position is onsite with a focus on safety and compliance with Entergy’s standards.

Benefits include a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity as well as safety sensitivity training.

Qualifications

• Experience in electric utility distribution or transmission design.
• Proficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design electric distribution facilities based on customer needs.
• Manage distribution projects for residential and commercial businesses.
• Perform engineering calculations for load studies and estimates.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Proficiency in personal computers

Basic theory of electricity

Time management

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline

2-year technical associate’s degree

Tools

Various software applications

Job description

Job Title

Distribution Designer I-Sr.

Work Place Flexibility

Onsite

Legal Entity

Entergy Mississippi, LLC

Job Summary/Purpose

Responsible for meeting with customers to determine electric needs and requirements. Design jobs to install, replace, or remove distribution facilities to support customer requests, reliability projects, or infrastructure improvement.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Manage multiple distribution projects for new residential and commercial businesses; meet with customers to determine service needs, design overhead and underground line extensions, estimate costs, prepare construction drawings and coordinate construction commits.
• Coordinate and lead pre-design and pre-construction meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform engineering calculations for load studies, revenue justification, fault current, voltage drop, etc.
• Provide leadership and technical support to local operations and contract compliance with distribution design standards and practices.
• Aid local Right of Way agent with securing permits and ROW documents.
• Assist with storm restoration efforts, including damage assessment activities.

Minimum Requirements – Designer Levels

• Designer I: One of the following – bachelor’s degree (any discipline) OR 2‑year technical associate’s degree OR 1‑year electric utility distribution (or transmission) design experience OR >2 years electric utility field operational experience (transmission line or substation, distribution line or service, field metering). Department Sr. Manager’s approval may substitute all requirements.
• Designer II: 2 years electric utility distribution (or transmission) design experience AND one of the following – bachelor’s degree (any discipline) OR 2‑year technical associate’s degree OR additional 2 years design experience OR >2 years field operational experience. Department Sr. Manager’s approval may substitute all requirements.
• Designer III: 4 years electric utility distribution (or transmission) design experience AND one of the following – bachelor’s degree (any discipline) OR 2‑year technical associate’s degree OR additional 2 years design experience OR >2 years field operational experience. Department Sr. Manager’s approval may substitute all requirements.
• Designer Sr: 6 years electric utility distribution (or transmission) design experience AND one of the following – bachelor’s degree (any discipline) OR 2‑year technical associate’s degree OR additional 2 years design experience OR >2 years field operational experience. Department Sr. Manager’s approval may substitute all requirements.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in personal computer operations and related software.
• Basic theory of electricity and ability to interpret construction drawings.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities.
• Ability to work well under pressure and as a self‑motivated team player.
• Good math skills.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code and National Electrical Code.
• Commitment to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures.
• Capability to recognize and mitigate workplace hazards.
• Ability to maintain company equipment and safeguard assets.
• Customer‑service orientation and respectful public interaction.
• Acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Recognition of opportunities for process improvement.

Required Certifications and Licenses

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Primary Location

Brookhaven, Mississippi

Travel

Up to 25%

Equal Opportunity Employer / EEO Statement

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. 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.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Companies employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Safety and Drug Testing

This position is designated as a Safety Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre‑employment and random drug testing.