Senior Engineering Technologist

CenterPoint Energy, Inc.; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Benefits eligibility begins on your 1s

Flexible work schedule

On-site wellness center at HQ

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Job summary

CenterPoint Energy, Houston, TX, seeks an experienced Sr. Engineering Technologist to support Transmission Rights-of-Way (ROW) planning and operations.

You will interpret technical drawings, develop long-range corridor plans, and coordinate with multiple internal teams to ensure ROW integrity and compliance. The role requires 5 years of relevant experience and a degree preference, with strong CAD skills and ability to read complex plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Technology, Engineering or related fields preferred
• Will consider 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• 5 years of relevant work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Review/approve/deny engineered plans of property development adjacent to CNP Transmission ROWs
• Review/approve/deny plans for joint-use of CNP Transmission ROWs by pipelines, utility lines, roads, etc.
• Coordinate with various companies/contractors to mitigate third party encroachments in CNP ROW
• Receive/process Distribution Design’s requests for NESC clearance information
• Coordinate AC Interference Mitigation (ACIM) requests by pipeline companies
• Develop long range transmission corridor plans utilizing 2D CAD graphics software (MicroStation)
• Must be able to read, interpret, summarize technical drawings, site plans, manuals, documents and drawings
• Inspect and review planned new and/or existing facilities within/adjacent to CNP ROWs
• Create SAP work orders as needed to mitigate issues within CNP ROWs
• On occasion, perform field inspections as needed for final project approval, approval of customer-installed facilities, and miscellaneous customer requests
• Ensure needed information for clearance checks is ‘packaged’ and sent to Transmission Engineering
• Work closely with internal departments to develop action plans for various ROW issues/scenarios
• Apply specific engineering experience and knowledge to solve problems using company standards and material
• Input required data into company database; generate project documentation, work orders, and reports
• Gather, analyze and communicate technical information to internal and external entities in written and verbal form
• Communicate clearly with other departments within the company, as well as external entities
• Use SAP to enter, retrieve and analyze plan/actual data.
• Ensure compliance with Company Safety guidelines, legal notices, and project/budget reporting
• Utilize computer skills to manage work order creation and (when necessary) PO releases, invoicing, collections, and accounting adjustments.
• Using the database, assist with tracking/reporting on new and open projects for the team
• Sr. Engineering Technologist is expected to be proficient in the above duties, train others, exhibit leadership on team projects, and consistently contribute innovative ideas or solutions.

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred or 10 years experience in lieu of degree

Job description

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CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

Provides technical research and analysis of CNP Transmission Rights-of Way (ROWs) to the Transmission Services Division for mitigating encroachments, facilitating joint-use ventures, and optimizing long range corridor development.

Responsible for distribution-related reviews and NESC clearance requests concerning the Transmission ROWs.

Responsible for interpreting technical drawings/site plans and providing long range corridor plans to ensure no impact to Transmission ROWs by third-party users. Responsible for mitigating issues by planning, coordinating, and monitoring work performed in the ROWs by others.

Essential Functions

• Review/approve/deny engineered plans of property development adjacent to CNP Transmission ROWs
• Review/approve/deny plans for joint-use of CNP Transmission ROWs by pipelines, utility lines, roads, etc.
• Coordinate with various companies/contractors to mitigate third party encroachments in CNP ROW
• Receive/process Distribution Design’s requests for NESC clearance information
• Coordinate AC Interference Mitigation (ACIM) requests by pipeline companies
• Develop long range transmission corridor plans utilizing 2D CAD graphics software (MicroStation)
• Must be able to read, interpret, summarize technical drawings, site plans, manuals, documents and drawings
• Inspect and review planned new and/or existing facilities within/adjacent to CNP ROWs
• Create SAP work orders as needed to mitigate issues within CNP ROWs
• On occasion, perform field inspections as needed for final project approval, approval of customer-installed facilities, and miscellaneous customer requests
• Ensure needed information for clearance checks is ‘packaged’ and sent to Transmission Engineering
• Work closely with internal departments (Surveying & Right of Way, Transmission Operations, Transmission Engineering, Legal, etc.) to develop action plans for various ROW issues/scenarios
• Apply specific engineering experience and knowledge to solve problems using company standards and material
• Input required data into company database; generate project documentation, work orders, and reports
• Gather, analyze and communicate technical information to internal and external entities in written and verbal form
• Communicate clearly (in written and verbal form) with other departments within the company, as well as external entities (engineering firms, contractors, customers)
• Use SAP to enter, retrieve and analyze plan/actual data.
• Ensure compliance with Company Safety guidelines, legal notices, and project/budget reporting
• Utilize computer skills to manage work order creation and (when necessary) PO releases, invoicing, collections, and accounting adjustments.
• Using the database, assist with tracking/reporting on new and open projects for the team
• Sr. Engineering Technologist is expected to be proficient in the above duties, train others, exhibit leadership on team projects, and consistently contribute innovative ideas or solutions.

Education Description

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Technology, Engineering or related fields preferred
  • Will consider 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree

Experience

5 years of relevant work experience required.

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type:Full Time
Posting Start Date: 08/27/2026
Posting End Date: 09/04/2026

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.