Engineer Transmission Planning I-Sr

Entergy; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy is seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer in New Orleans to develop long-term grid plans that optimize reliability and value for stakeholders. You will support regulatory and planning teams across the Entergy system, applying engineering principles and modern software tools.

The role requires a solid foundation in electrical engineering, collaboration with multiple disciplines, and the ability to work under pressure to meet regulatory and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Experience applying engineering principles to transmission grid planning and analyses.
• Strong problem solving, written and oral communication, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Uses engineering principles to solve problems and develop cost-effective, technically sound solutions.
• Evaluates the transmission grid and interprets codes, standards, and procedures.
• Supports compliance with NERC/SERC and other regulations.
• Collaborates with other disciplines to achieve stakeholder-centric solutions.
• Uses power system software (PSS/E, TARA) to evaluate grid performance.
• Assists with storm/restoration efforts as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

PE license preferred

Tools

PSS/E

TARA

Steady-state software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

Transmission Planning Engineers are responsible for developing long-term transmission plans that provide value to Entergy stakeholders. The long-term transmission plan ensures Entergy's transmission grid operates efficiently and remains compliant with applicable NERC Standards. The Transmission Planning Engineer will support a variety of internal planning activities and may participate on NERC, SERC or RTO committees as required. The Transmission Planning Engineer provides technical guidance to regulatory support, economic development, system planning, design, project management and construction in the development of transmission projects for the Entergy system.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Uses engineering principles, best practices, and knowledge of internal and external business issues to solve problems, develop cost-effective, technically sound solutions, and improve products or services
• Applies knowledge of engineering principles in evaluating the transmission grid, making decisions, and interpreting applicable electrical codes, procedures, standards, processes, and policies
• Supports activities to comply with applicable industry standards (i.e., NERC, SERC) and other utility regulations
• Works with other disciplines within the Transmission organization and other business units to achieve stakeholder centric solutions
• Utilize various power system software packages (Steady State, Stability and/or Electric Market Analysis) to evaluate the performance of the transmission grid
• Assist with storm/emergency restoration efforts as necessary

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering Discipline (typically Electrical or Computer Engineering) from a four-year accredited institution. Degrees in engineering technology (typically Electrical or Computer Engineering) from a four-year accredited institution with PE may be considered. Preferred: Electrical Engineering Degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum Experience: Engineer I: 0 - 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
• Preferred: at least 2 years of experience in an engineering discipline
• Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent problem solving ability and demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles. Thorough understanding of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area. Good leadership skills. Good interpersonal skills along with strong written and oral communication skills. Good knowledge of Personal Computer operations and related software. 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 have the ability to mitigate the hazards. Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and have the ability to enact change.
• Preferred Skills and Abilities: Transmission planning experience in power system modeling and analysis. Experience in other utility related fields including design, protection and controls, project management, regulatory, policy, or power delivery. Proficiency in steady state software packages and industry tools including PSS/E and TARA
• Any Certificates, Licenses, etc. Preferred: PE, FE