Engineer I - Sr

Entergy Corporation; Orange (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy Corporation is seeking an Engineer at varying levels to provide engineering oversight in Power Generation environments including plants and fleet maintenance.

The role focuses on NERC compliance, project management, and guidance to plant staff, with responsibilities spanning from causal analysis to startup support of modifications. A BS in engineering is required, with 0–6+ years experience depending on level.

Qualifications

• Power plant operations knowledge with experience at a generating station.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects.
• Good verbal and written communications skills.
• Team player with leadership potential.
• Expertise in Generation Protection Systems design, operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Plant NERC Champion coordinating testing with Compliance Technical Specialists.
• Assist with self-certification process for NERC Reliability Standards.
• Provide guidance to plant staff to ensure compliance with NERC procedures.
• Lead causal analysis of plant component failures and operational events.
• Perform project management and technical oversight of capital and O&M projects.

Skills

Power plant operations

Organization

Communication

Team leadership

Protection systems

Education

B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)

Job description

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This position will be filled as an Engineer I, II, III, or Sr. based up on the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.*

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

Provide engineering and technical oversight in the various Power Generation environments such as: Plants, Plant support, and Fleet Maintenance.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be the Plant NERC Champion to ensure that testing of NERC related devices are coordinated with Compliance Technical Specialists
• Assist with the facilitation of the self-certification process for NERC Reliability Standards
• Provide guidance and support to plant staff to help ensure compliance related tasks are performed as prescribed in Fossil Generation NERC procedures
• Champion of Causal Analysis/ Lead and assist in causal analysis of plant component failures, environmental and NERC compliance related items, and operational events
• Conduct project management and technical oversight
• Coordinate and execute betterment capital and O&M projects, interface with plant production and maintenance, project personnel, and other stake holders
• Ensure plant modification process is followed on projects
• Provide project and maintenance troubleshooting of equipment to address issues in a timely manner
• Provide oversight of engineering activities of external firms, including development of work scopes, and solicitation and evaluation of proposals, project planning and controls, review of deliverables, installation support, and start-up assistance
• Monitor plant Key Performance Indicators, support plant staff in establishing action plans to close gaps, and track action plan progress through completion
• Support strategic planning processes such as Stage Gate Process and Plant Modification Process
• Ensure technical resources are available to assist in daily operations/maintenance activities
• Provide expert level consultation associated with applicable equipment E.g. turbine - generator, boiler, auxiliaries, etc.
• Support and implement standards such as Predictive Maintenance Standard
• Provide interface with equipment OEMs
• Provide engineering support for plant modifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

B.S. Degree in Engineering
Desired: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

• Engineer I: 0 - 2 years of applicable and progressive experience
• Engineer II: at least 2 - 4 years of applicable and progressive experience
• Engineer III: at least 4 - 6 years of applicable and progressive experience
• Sr Engineer: at least 6 years of applicable and progressive experience
• Desired: Power Generation experience or other industrial experience with boiler and turbine operation

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Power plant operations knowledge with working experience at a generating station
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multi-projects simultaneously
• Good verbal and written communications skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, team player and/or leadership skills
• Expertise in Generation Protection Systems design, operation, and maintenance
• Proficient technical expertise with computer software and database developmentSkills in engineering analysis, problem solving and condition assessment
  Thorough understanding of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area
  

Any certificates, licenses, etc., required for the position
None

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

Primary Location: Texas-OrangeTexas : Orange || Texas : Port Arthur
Job Function: Engineering
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option: Level II
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 124867
Travel Percentage:Up to 25%

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

EEO Statement: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 Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility:Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

Additional Responsibilities:As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please [e-mail] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

WORKING CONDITIONS:As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

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