Senior Power Quality Engineer - Impactful Grid Innovation

CenterPoint Energy, Inc.; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Benefits from day one

Wellness center onsite

Job summary

CenterPoint Energy is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer Power Quality in Houston to provide expert support for transmission, substation, and distribution systems. You will act as SME for internal initiatives and evaluations, guiding projects from concept through completion.

The role emphasizes delivering safe, reliable electric service, cost-effective solutions, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. A PE license and Texas experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Professional Engineer license in the State of Texas required or actively pursuing Texas licensure may substitute for degree.

Responsibilities

• Manages engineering projects and studies to meet timelines and cost targets.
• Resolves problems during engineering or construction projects using best practices.
• Collaborates with technical and non-technical staff to share information and plan activities.
• Prepares new or revised engineering specifications to support efficiency improvements.
• Represents the division at inter-departmental and customer meetings.
• Incorporates safety into designs per internal standards and external requirements.
• Produces cost estimates and analyses for projects related to electric systems.
• Performs design calculations and electrical system studies with minimal supervision.
• Researches and tests electrical materials, equipment, and networks.
• Develops design options for structures, systems and components.
• Reviews/approves construction packages including maps and drawings.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ETAP

PSSE

Job description

CenterPoint Energy is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer Power Quality in Houston to provide expert support for transmission, substation, and distribution systems. You will act as SME for internal initiatives and evaluations, guiding projects from concept through completion.

The role emphasizes delivering safe, reliable electric service, cost-effective solutions, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. A PE license and Texas experience are preferred.