Engineer, I-Sr (Utility)

Entergy Corporation; Northern (KY); Híbrido; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Entergy is seeking an Engineer I-Sr (Utility) to perform protection and coordination studies for distribution devices, develop protective settings, and support self-healing networks within the electrical distribution system. The role includes coordination with IT for SCADA updates and assisting with storm restoration.

Onsite location across Texas facilities and related distribution projects. The position progresses from Engineer I to Sr.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from a four-year accredited institution.
• Electrical Engineering degree preferred; PE/FE may be considered.
• Engineer I: 0-2 years experience; Engineer II: 2-4 years; Engineer III: 4-6 years; Engineer Sr.: 6+ years.

Responsabilidades

• Perform protection and coordination studies for distribution protective devices.
• Develop settings for distribution protective devices and other equipment.
• Support settings for self-healing networks and review coordination for proposed networks.
• Collaborate with IT to develop SCADA host edit sheets for distribution devices and networks.
• Assist in commissioning distribution devices and self-healing networks to SCADA.
• Provide protection guidance to engineering, operations, and design teams.
• Assist with storm/restoration efforts and potential for cross-functional project work.

Conocimientos

Engineering principles

SCADA familiarity

Project management

Leadership skills

Safety policy adherence

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

SCADA software

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Company: Entergy

Job Title: Engineer, I-Sr (Utility)

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Responsible for performing a Wide variety Of analysis and project oriented engineering activities related to ensuring proper device coordination and protection for distribution devices; self-healing networks and Other automated transfer schemes; and risk mitigation Within the electrical distribution system

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsibilities indude but are not limited to:
• Perform protection and coordination studies for new and existing distribution protective devices
• Develop settings for new distribution protective devices and other equiprnent.
• Support settings requests related to self-healing networks and review coordination of proposed new self-healing networks.
• Work with IT to get SCADA host edit sheets developed for Distribution devices and self-healing networks.
• Work with project managers to get Distribution devices and self-healing networks commissioned to SCADA.
• Support Distribution Automation relay field specialists on distribution protection standards and procedures.
• Assist reliability / field engineers wth analyzing event data associated with protection and reliability impacts realized. provide technical support to distribution design engineers, operations, and managed accounts.
• Work with Enterpnse planning and provide feedback on facillty/feaslbility studies performed for Distributed Generation customers
• Participate in routine, non—routine, and emergency Storm and outage event restoration duties.
• Role may also include cross-functional optimization with grid/system design, operations and maintenance, planning, asset management, reliability, computer applications, safety, and root cause falure analysis.
• Provide technical protection guidance to the Engineenng Desgn Group, Operations and the Distribution Operations Center for emergency/contingency switching plans.
• Review recommend for approval electrical system solutions that meet customer needs, comply company standards and enhance the overall system performance and reliability.
• Assist with storm restoration efforts. typically by serving as a Scout or Lead Scout in the initial stages ofa storm restoration and provide technical and operational support and/or crew leadership in the later stages of the event.
• Provide Distribution relay protection guldance for Capltal projects.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education: Bachelors Degree in Engineering Discipline (typically Electrical. Mechanical, Civil and Chemical, Industrial) from four year accredited institution Degrees in Engineering Technology (typically. Electrical, Mechanical. Civil, Chemical. and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution udLPE may be considered
• Preferred: Electrical Engineering Degree Minimum
• Engineer I: O - 2 years of experience in an engineering discipline
• Engineer II: 2 - 4 years of experience in an engineering discipline
• Engineer III: 4 - 6 years of experience in an engineering discipline
• Engineer Sr.: 6 + years of experience in an engineering discipline

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Technical mastery of engineering principles.
• In-depth knowledge of procedures. programs, and standards in area.
• Consistendy drives for value in sound engineering decisions.
• Mentors other engineers and technical professionals.
• Good leadership skills. interpersonal skills along with strong written and ord communication skills.
• Excellent project management ski's.
• Good knowledge Of Personal Computer operations and related software.
• Familiar with National Electrical Safety Codes and National ElectricaI Code.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Required to work safely and fd10w all Entergy safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to mitigate the hazards.
• Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the irnportance of delivering a high level of customer
• Demonstrated acceptance Of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base.
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and have the ability to enact change.
• Ability to respond to significant outage restoration events that may require a significant amount Of time away from home Via both on system and off system responses.
• None preferred; PE, FE

Primary Location

Primary Location: Texas-WoodlandsTexas : Woodlands || Texas : Beaumont || Texas : Port Arthur
Job Function: Engineering
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 125271
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. 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.

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.

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