Engineer II, III or Sr (Utility)

JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE

Asset Management engineers fundamentally manage programs for all distribution assets. Including, but not limited to, Poles, Equipment Maintenance (reclosers, regulators, capacitors, transformers, etc.) Underground Maintenance, Underground Inspection, Overhead Maintenance, Overhead Inspection, Reliability, Outage Causal Analysis, and other similar programs. The Engineer also will work closely with Planning Engineering, design engineering, Standards engineering, and construction / operations activities (routine, non-routine, and emergency restoration duties).

JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs a wide variety of detailed engineering analysis to aid in distribution-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 Distribution industry standards and best practices and other utility regulations, as required.
• Works with other disciplines within the Distribution organization and other company business units to achieve stated goals.
• Assist with storm / emergency restoration efforts as necessary.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Discipline (typically Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution. Degrees in engineering technology (typically, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution with PE may be considered

Desired - Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Degree

Minimum experience required of the position

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position

Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles. Thorough understanding of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area. Consistently demonstrates good engineering judgment. 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 to mitigate the hazards. Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base. Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and enact change.

Any certificates, licenses, etc., required for the position

Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.

Primary Location : Louisiana-Hammond Arkansas : Little Rock || Louisiana : Baton Rouge || Louisiana : New Orleans || Mississippi : Jackson || Texas : Conroe

Job Function

All Other Jobs

FLSA Status

Professional

Relocation Option : Level II

Union description / code

NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings

Req ID : 120573

Travel Percentage : 25% to 50%

EEO STATEMENT

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority / Female / Disability / Vets. Please click here to view the EEO page, or see statements below.

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.

ACCESSIBILITY

Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

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.

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.

Please note : Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

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