Transmission Design Engineer: Shape the Grid’s Future

CenterPoint Energy

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Transit subsidies

Flexible work schedule

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Wellness center at HQ

Job summary

CenterPoint Energy seeks an experienced Transmission Line Design engineer to design and analyze the transmission system and support substation and distribution projects. You will evaluate materials, test performance, and coordinate research and development efforts with vendors and cross-functional teams.

The role requires a BS in engineering and a Texas PE license, with at least five years of relevant design and field experience.

Qualifications

Requires a BS in Electrical/Civil/Mechanical Engineering.
Professional Engineer license in the State of Texas.
Minimum 5 years of Transmission Line Design experience.
Experience designing transmission facilities and preparing SAP work orders.
Ability to interpret codes (NESC, ASCE, AEIC, IEEE) and follow safety practices.
Proficient with SAP, GIS and engineering software.

Responsibilities

Design transmission facilities and prepare project cost estimates and SAP work orders.
Evaluate material performance considering environment, degradation and construction methods.
Coordinate R&D proposals, bids and contract terms.
Perform field inspections and site visits as needed.
Interface with inspectors, engineers, and management on transmission projects.
Evaluate new technologies to improve the electric system.
Support yearly Capital budget preparation.