Senior Construction Engineer – Electric Grid Projects

Entergy Corporation

New Orleans (LA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 140,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Entergy is seeking a Senior Engineer (Utility) to oversee planning, project management, construction, and operations across Distribution, Substation, and Transmission lines in the New Orleans area. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with multiple departments and external partners.

The position is onsite, with up to 25% travel, and may be filled at Engineer III or Sr. level based on experience.

Qualifications

  • Technical mastery of engineering principles.
  • Strong project management and leadership abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate Distribution, Substation, and Transmission Line Construction projects.
  • Prepare construction contracts, schedules, cost tracking, and progress reporting.
  • Provide engineering field technical support to crews.
  • Review Substation and Line design packages for construction.
  • Develop project scopes, estimates, sequences, and schedules.
  • Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance throughout projects.
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders across departments.

Skills

Project management
Leadership
Interpersonal skills
Written & oral communication
Multi-tasking
Safety & compliance
Engineering fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
Engineering technology degree with PE considered

Job description

Entergy is seeking a Senior Engineer (Utility) to oversee planning, project management, construction, and operations across Distribution, Substation, and Transmission lines in the New Orleans area. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with multiple departments and external partners.

The position is onsite, with up to 25% travel, and may be filled at Engineer III or Sr. level based on experience.

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