Relay Field Ops Support Engineer I -Sr.

Entergy; Jackson (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy in Jackson, MS, seeks a Relay Field Ops Support Engineer I - Sr. to perform planning, design, maintenance, project management and restoration work in transmission systems.

The role supports various areas from grid design to asset management and reliability while collaborating across disciplines. The position requires a bachelor’s in electrical/computer engineering, with PE/FE preferred, and relevant experience levels from Engineer I to Sr.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering from a four-year accredited institution.
• PE or FE certification preferred or may be considered.
• 4+ years of experience for Engineer Sr. level; but multiple levels listed: Engineer I 0–2, II 2–4, III 4–6, Sr 6+.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of detailed engineering analysis in transmission-related areas including planning, maintenance, design, project management and construction, and operations.
• Applies engineering principles to solve problems, develop cost-effective, technically sound solutions, and improve products or services.
• Evaluates alternatives, interprets/apply relevant electrical codes, procedures, standards, processes and policies.
• Supports compliance with industry standards (NERC, SERC) and other utility regulations.
• Collaborates with other disciplines within Transmission and other company units to achieve goals; assists with storm/restoration efforts.

Skills

Engineering principles

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Math skills

PC literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

PE or FE certification

Job description

Job Title:

Relay Field Ops Support Engineer I -Sr.

PS Job Title:

Engineer II (Trans)

Work Place Flexibility:

Onsite

Legal Entity:

Entergy Services, LLC

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

Performs a wide variety of planning, maintenance, design engineering, project management and construction, and operations 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:

Performs a wide variety of detailed engineering analysis in transmission-related areas such as planning, maintenance, design, project management and construction, and operations.

Uses engineering/technical 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 alternatives, making decisions, and interpreting/employing applicable electrical codes, procedures, standards, processes, and policies.

Supports activities to comply with applicable industry standards (i.e., NERC, SERC) and other utility regulations, as required.

Works with other disciplines within the Transmission organization and other company business units to achieve stated goals.

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 maybe considered.

Preferred: Electrical Engineering Degree

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:

• 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.
• Excellent math skills.
• Excellent project management 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:

• Proficiency in Short Circuit fault analysis and Relay Protection and Controls
• Strong technical knowledge in designing protection schemes and relay settings for transmission and distribution assets.

Any Certificates, Licenses, etc.

Preferred: PE, FE

Primary Location:

Mississippi-JacksonMississippi : Jackson

Job Function

Engineering

FLSA Status

Professional

Relocation Option

No Relocation Offered

Union description/code

NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings

1

Req ID

124020

PS Job Title

Engineer II (Trans)

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.

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.

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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.