Engineer I-SR (DER Planning)

Entergy; Jackson (MS); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy in the United States is seeking an Engineer I-SR (DER Planning) to help expand distributed energy resources planning across Texas, Louisiana, New Orleans, Arkansas, and Mississippi. The role focuses on interconnection studies, hosting capacity, capacity additions, non-wire alternatives, microgrids, and reliability improvements.

This position combines engineering analysis with collaboration across internal teams and external stakeholders, supporting storm restoration in emergencies and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 0–2 years for Engineer I; 2+ for Engineer II; 4+ for Engineer III; 6+ for Senior Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analyses for DER interconnection, hosting capacity, adoption forecasting, microgrid projects, and reliability improvement opportunities.
• Model DERs (solar PV, storage, DR, EVs) and assess impacts on voltage, thermal, power quality and contingencies.
• Collaborate with internal teams on DER interconnections, technologies, and procedures.
• Translate results into roadmaps, standards, and processes.
• Assist with storm restoration efforts at local, state, or system levels.

Skills

Engineering judgment

Communication skills

Teamwork

Project management

Safety awareness

Customer orientation

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's in engineering

Job description

Job Title: Engineer I‑SR (DER Planning)

Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

Primary Location: Mississippi – Jackson; Arkansas – Little Rock; Louisiana – New Orleans; Texas – The Woodlands

Job Summary/Purpose

Entergy is expanding the management of distributed energy resources (DERs), driving resiliency and customer‑driven solutions. The Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) Planning Engineer will perform engineering analyses to support planning, design, and implementation of utility‑scale and customer‑driven DER projects across Texas, Louisiana, New Orleans, Arkansas, and Mississippi. Key focus areas include interconnection impact studies, hosting capacity, adoption sensitivities, capacity additions, non‑wire alternatives, microgrids, and reliability improvement opportunities.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analyses for DER interconnection impact studies, hosting capacity, adoption forecasting, microgrid projects, and reliability improvement opportunities.
• Utilize distribution system modeling and analytic techniques to plan customer adoption of technologies, translate results into road‑maps, standards, and processes.
• Model DERs (solar PV, energy storage, demand response, EVs, etc.) and assess system impact on voltage, thermal, power factor, power quality, reliability, and contingency events.
• Collaborate with Distribution Standards, field engineering, Asset Planning, Automation, Protection, Operations Center, and other stakeholders on DER interconnections, emerging technologies, and procedures.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders and monitor technology developments in power system modeling and analytics.
• Assist with storm restoration efforts at local, state, or system levels.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 0–2 years of experience for Engineer I, 2+ years for Engineer II, 4+ years for Engineer III, or 6+ years for Senior Engineer.

Preferred Experience

• Experience modeling or analyzing Distributed Energy Resources.
• Experience performing engineering analyses and power flow modeling for a utility or similar organization.
• Strong engineering analysis and problem‑solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of procedures, programs, and standards.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong engineering judgment and communication skills.
• Ability to discuss complex topics simply and clearly.
• Teamwork and project execution in a matrix organization.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to Entergy safety policies.
• Customer‑service orientation and respect for diverse backgrounds.
• Process improvement mindset.

Job Function

Engineering

FLSA Status

Professional

Relocation Option

No Relocation Offered

Union

Non‑Bargaining Unit

Travel

Up to 25%

EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities 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 policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave, compensation, and training. The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on protected characteristics. Improper interference with the ability of employees to perform their expected job duties is not tolerated.

Accessibility

Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants.

Additional Responsibilities

Employees may be required to work additional hours, alternate locations, or perform additional duties during storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime for such duties.

Working Conditions

Employees are expected to be available for additional hours and duties related to storms and emergencies, as required by the company.

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