Electrical Engineer II High Voltage Planning

CenterPoint Energy, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Benefits start day one

Flexible schedule

Wellness center on-site

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Job summary

CenterPoint Energy in Houston, Texas is seeking an Electrical Engineer II in High Voltage Planning to perform advanced transmission system analyses and support reliability studies.

The position requires a BS in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of two years of electric utility experience; responsibilities include updating models, representing the company in ERCOT/NERC groups, and ensuring compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of two years of electric utility or power engineering experience that includes performing engineering calculations and/or design

Responsibilities

• Perform power flow studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
• Perform short circuit studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
• Perform stability studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
• Update power flow models to reflect changes in topology, resources and load.
• Represent CenterPoint Energy on applicable ERCOT and NERC working groups, user groups and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure compliance to applicable NERC standards, produce compliance reports and participate in audit activities.
• Work cooperatively and jointly with other departments within the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Power system analysis

Power flow

Short circuit

Transmission planning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Electrical Engineer II High Voltage Planning

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

Perform advanced transmission system analyses that may include the following types of studies: steady-state power flow, short circuit, transient stability, voltage stability, and transfer capability.

Essential Functions

• Perform power flow studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
• Perform short circuit studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
• Perform stability studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
• Update power flow models to reflect changes in topology, resources and load.
• Represent CenterPoint Energy on applicable ERCOT and NERC working groups, user groups and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure compliance to applicable NERC standards, produce compliance reports and participate in audit activities.
• Work cooperatively and jointly with other departments within the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education Description

• Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university

Experience

• Requires a minimum of two years of electric utility or power engineering experience that includes performing engineering calculations and/or design

Physical Requirements

• Able to communicate either written and verbal communications either in person or through technical equipment such as telephone.
• Able to demonstrate and apply the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer and common office equipment.
• Able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Able to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Able to certify and use personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs on a daily basis.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle and drive a motor vehicle daily or for extended time periods, in a safe manner, and enter/exit vehicle unassisted.

Working Conditions

• Required to participate in CenterPoint Energy's Emergency Operation Plan (EOP).
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work in an office environment.
• Able to work indoors in an office environment and outdoors with occasional exposure to all weather conditions, equipment, and noise when at field installation sites.
• Able to work regular hours, with occasional or mandatory overtime; may be required to work rotating shifts.

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
• 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: 09/10/2026
Posting End Date: 10/02/2026

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