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CenterPoint Energy

Senior CEHE Engineer, Electric

CenterPoint Energy, Houston, Texas, United States, 77001

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Senior Cehe Engineer, Electric

CenterPoint Energy is looking for a Senior Cehe Electric Engineer to join our Transmission Contract Design Team, located in Houston, TX. You will have the ability to: be responsible for the coordination of outside Contract Engineering Firms for the design and analysis of the transmission system with regards to reliability, material adequacy, inspection technologies, and replacement of facilities in support of transmission projects. Essential Functions: Provide project oversight to assigned Contract Engineering Firms. Provide technical guidance to assigned Contract Engineering Firms and operations staff. Provide technical guidance concerning equipment applications and ratings requirements. Provide technical expertise for utility interconnection requirements of large industrial customers, independent power producers and tie-line interconnections. Make presentations (written or oral) to management and others on pertinent issues. Serve as a department representative on task forces, committee, and cross-functional teams. Interface with inspectors, engineers, construction personnel, warehousing personnel, purchasing agents, vendors and management concerning projects and issues. Senior Engineer is expected to be proficient in the above duties and train others. Staff Engineer is expected to be proficient in the above duties, train others, take a lead role in department functions, and assist in the direction of strategic policy for the department. Education Description: Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university. A Professional Engineer (PE) license or active pursuit of a PE license in the State of Texas. Experience: Your background includes: Experience: Note that a Master of Science degree in Engineering can be substituted for 1 year of experience. And a PhD degree in Engineering can be substituted for 2 years of experience. Senior Engineer: requires a minimum of 5 years of Transmission Line Design experience. A Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license is required. 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 Transit subsidies 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