To be successful in this role you will:

• Support Major Underground Engineering by analyzing new load requests, electric one-lines, schematic diagrams and plan & profiles to maintain the underground distribution system, including dedicated underground circuits and networks.

• Uses electrical models (CYMDIST) to analyze circuit loading, identify operating issues and make reliability and operational recommendations for the distribution system.
• Gathers information and compiles data from multiple sources (SAP, G.I.S., Key Accounts, Service Centers) to construct electrical models.
• Prepares final development plan documents and associated reports (construction list, etc) for company intranet site (DDPviewer).
• Performs studies to analyze and respond to New Load Request and special studies, etc.
• Provides expertise to improve and enhance distribution planning techniques and standards.
• Creates fault current models for Arc Flash studies.

Your background includes:

• Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from accredited college or university.

Experience: See individual Engineering levels below:

Associate Engineer

• Entry Level

Engineer

• Requires a minimum of two years electric utility or power engineering experience that includes performing engineering calculations and design.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, Certifications, and Licenses:

• Able to use mathematics, including trigonometry and calculus, to complete complex engineering design calculations and relate mathematical solutions to actual utility situations.
• Able to interpret, analyze and produce electrical models, drawings and technical documents.
• Able to apply knowledge of electrical theory and system operations to daily decisions.
• Able to make informed decisions, follow procedures and comply with policies based on the knowledge of the work and the services provided by CenterPoint Energy.
• Able to communicate effectively with engineering, construction personnel, customers, and others in written and verbal form.
• Able to prioritize and schedule tasks, pay attention to detail and demonstrate good organizational skills.
• Able to work and participate successfully in a team environment to accomplish assignments.
• Able to work well with both technical and non-technical personnel to gather and exchange information, resolve issues, plan activities and meet or exceed objectives.
• Able to manage time effectively, handle multiple tasks and priorities, operate under general direction, develop own work methods as required yet follow standard procedures and determine when management is to be consulted on unusual situations.
• Able to communicate effectively, in oral and written form, with co-workers, customers, vendors and the community.
• Able to exercise discretion, tact and good judgment in dealing with co-workers, customers, vendors and the community.
• Able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, listening ability and business acumen to communicate effectively with co-workers, customers, vendors and the community.
• Able to use SAP, G.I.S., Microstation for technical engineering applications.
• Able to use personal computer software proficiently, such as those for word processing, spreadsheets, database managers, presentations and electronic mail.
• Able to provide and maintain a valid state driver's license and safe driving record.
• Able to comply with all company driver safety policy requirements.
• Able to demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company’s Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures and do so consistently, take all required training courses and do so timely.
• Able to demonstrate respect for all individuals, adhere to the Company’s values and business practices and do both consistently.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to perform work indoors in an office environment and outdoors at job site/field locations.
• Able to work with some exposure to all weather conditions; hot, dirty and/or greasy equipment, high noise levels, and uneven and overgrown terrain, when inspecting work sites in field.
• Able to demonstrate the visual acuity to view and inspect work and job sites/field locations.
• Able to exchange information with customers and company personnel.
• Able to climb, stand, walk, bend, kneel and squat to perform work.
• Able to demonstrate the manual dexterity required to operate a personal computer.
• Able to view computer terminal/screen, sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Able to work a varied schedule that may require more than 40 hours per week to meet established deadlines and accomplish objectives.
• Able to take notes and compose written documents.
• Able to meet challenging deadlines and enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Able to exert less than ten pounds of force frequently and greater than ten pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Able to travel to field locations for inspection, installation, investigation and occasionally to travel out of town overnight for meetings or conferences.
• Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone and other miscellaneous office equipment.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle.

Working Conditions:

• Required to remain in the service area during emergency events and assume responsibilities assigned by the Company to aide in restoration efforts.