Engineer I - Sr (Utility)

Entergy; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy is seeking an Engineer I - Sr (Utility) to meet with customers, determine electrical needs, and perform planning, maintenance, and design tasks. The role covers grid design, operations, asset management, reliability, safety, and root-cause analysis.

You will provide technical guidance, manage large projects, review designs, and participate in external meetings while delivering sound engineering decisions under pressure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from a four‑year accredited institution.
• PE licensure may be considered for eligibility.
• Electrical or Mechanical engineering background is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to distribution designers and local area line groups.
• Manage projects including highway relocations and reliability upgrades.
• Review electrical designs to meet customer needs and standards.
• Attend meetings with customers, architects, developers, contractors, and authorities.
• Perform engineering calculations for planning and corrective actions.
• Assist with storm restoration efforts locally and out of town.

Skills

Engineering principles

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Math skills

PC software knowledge

NESC familiarity

Multitasking

Customer service mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

PE license considered

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Degree

Job description

Job Title

Engineer I - Sr (Utility)

Position Levels

Engineer I, Engineer II, or Engineer III depending on qualifications.

Job Summary

Responsible for meeting with customers to determine electric needs and requirements. Performs a wide variety of planning, maintenance, and design engineering activities related to routine, non‑routine, and emergency restoration duties. Project areas may include grid/system design, operations and maintenance, planning, asset management, reliability, computer applications, safety, and root cause failure analysis.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to the Distribution Designers and local area line groups.
• Provide project management for all large projects including highway relocations, governmental projects, planned improvement and reliability projects.
• Review and recommend for approval electrical designs that meet customer needs, comply with company standards, and enhance the overall system performance and reliability.
• Participate in meetings with external customers, architects, developers, contractors, and government entities to communicate standards and guidelines.
• Perform engineering calculations to aid in planning and corrective measure projects.
• Assist with storm restoration efforts both local and out of town.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Discipline (typically Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Industrial) from a four‑year accredited institution.

Degrees in engineering technology (typically Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Industrial) from a four‑year accredited institution with a PE may be considered.

Preferred Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Degree.

Minimum Experience

• Engineer I: 0–2 years experience.
• Engineer II: 2+ years experience.
• Engineer III: 4+ years experience.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Technical mastery of engineering principles.
• In‑depth knowledge of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area.
• Consistently drives for value in sound engineering decisions.
• Mentors other engineers and technical professionals.
• Good leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent math skills.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Good knowledge of PC operations and related software.
• Familiar with National Electrical Safety Codes and National Electrical Code.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Required to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and mitigate them.
• Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service.
• Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base.
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and enact change.

Primary Location

Louisiana - Jefferson Louisiana: Jefferson

Job Function

Corporate

FLSA Status

Professional

Relocation Option

Level II

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

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.