Engineering Assoc-I-Sr (Trans

Entergy; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy is seeking an Engineering Associate I–Sr to manage material procurement for Substations, Transmission Lines, and System Protection. The role collaborates with Design, AM, Grids, Project Management, Construction, and Supply Chain to ensure timely ordering and receipt of materials.

The position supports stock code development, material descriptions, and supplier capability assessments, with opportunities to advance based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Supply chain, warehousing or procurement experience required.
• Mastery of material procurement processes and policies.
• Good written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Specify and order materials from Design, AM, Grids, Project Management, Construction and coordinate with suppliers and Supply Chain.
• Create and maintain stock codes and develop material descriptions from Maximo or other Entergy lists.
• Validate manufacturer and supplier information, maintain lists of approved vendors and parts.
• Track requisitions, purchase orders, and statuses; provide disposition reports.
• Prepare monthly accruals and coordinate with vendors to resolve material issues.

Skills

Supply chain

Procurement

Vendor management

Analytical communication

Education

Associate/Technical Degree

Tools

MS Office

Maximo

Job description

• Consistency demonstrates good judgment.

Job Title

Engineering Assoc-I-Sr (Trans

Work Place Flexibility

Onsite

Legal Entity

Entergy Services, LLC

Position Description

This position will be filled as an Engineering Associate I, II, or SR. based on the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.

Job Summary / Purpose

This position works closely with Design, Standards, AM, Grids, Project Management, Construction, and Supply Chain to assure timely and accurate acquisition of materials. Activities are related to the planning, selection, ordering, scheduling and receipt of materials needed for Substations, Transmission Lines, and System Protection. Project areas include development and assignment of stock codes, material descriptions, purchase specifications, and supplier capabilities.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Specify and order materials requested by Design, AM, Grids, Project Management, Construction and coordinate with suppliers, standards, and Supply Chain to assure that the correct materials are selected, ordered, and received timely with correct accounting.
• Create and maintain stock codes and develop and validate material descriptions from Maximo and other Entergy materials lists.
• Validate manufacturers and their products are approved by Design Basis and evaluate manufacturers for compliance with standards.
• Verify manufacturer and supplier information, including descriptions and part numbers and maintain lists of approved vendors and the parts which each is approved to supply.
• Track material requisitions, purchase orders, and status, and provide summary reports of material disposition.
• Help to prepare monthly accruals.
• Meet with vendors to discuss and resolve material issues, such as expediting, late orders, warranties, and incorrect materials.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Experience and Education

• Engineering Associate I: (must have one of the following)
• 5 years of operational experience
• 2-or 4-year Associate/Technical Degree.
• Engineering Associate II: (must have one of the following)
• 10 years of operational experience
• 5 years of operational experience with a 2-to-4-year Associate/Technical Degree.
• Engineering Associate Sr.:
• 10 years of operational experience with a 2-to-4-year Associate/Technical Degree.

Required

• Supply Chain, Warehousing, or Procurement experience.

Preferred

• Supply Chain, Warehousing, or Procurement experience.
• Degrees in Business, Accounting, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Mastery of relevant material and contract procurement processes and policies.
• Consistency demonstrates good judgment.
• 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. Self-motivated and dependable team player.
• Required to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base.
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement.
• Knowledgeable in MS Office software (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Any certificates, licenses, etc.

• None

Primary Location

Louisiana-New Orleans Louisiana : New Orleans

Job Function

Engineering

FLSA Status

Professional

Relocation Option

No Relocation Offered

Union description/code

NON BARGAINING UNIT

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Equal Opportunities

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.

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

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 contact [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.