Electrical Substation Design Engineer (HV Transmission)

Entergy Corporation; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy in New Orleans, LA seeks an Engineer I–Sr to perform planning, maintenance, design engineering, project management, and construction activities for transmission systems. Responsibilities span grid design, reliability, asset management, and root cause failure analysis.

The role involves applying engineering principles, conducting analyses, and supporting storm/restoration efforts while coordinating with multiple disciplines to meet safety and efficiency goals.

Qualifications

• Apply engineering principles to problem solving.
• Understand standards and procedures in responsible area.
• Demonstrated good engineering judgment.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed engineering analysis in transmission-related areas.
• Apply engineering principles to evaluate alternatives and ensure compliant designs.
• Support compliance with industry standards (i.e., NERC, SERC) and regulations.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and business units to meet goals.
• Assist with storm/restoration efforts as needed.
• Design substations including site, grounding, and equipment drawings.
• Develop scope documents and prepare cost/time estimates.
• Perform substation design analyses: ground grid, lightning, bus fault.
• Specify devices and equipment for substation assets.
• Oversee subcontractor design activities and review packages.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
• Maintain substation design standards with Design Basis/committees.

Skills

Engineering principles

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

PE license preferred

Job description

Entergy in New Orleans, LA seeks an Engineer I–Sr to perform planning, maintenance, design engineering, project management, and construction activities for transmission systems. Responsibilities span grid design, reliability, asset management, and root cause failure analysis.

The role involves applying engineering principles, conducting analyses, and supporting storm/restoration efforts while coordinating with multiple disciplines to meet safety and efficiency goals.