SUMMARY:
Provide engineering and technical support associated with evaluation, development, adoption and implementation of materials and standards/specifications associated with the construction and operation of CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (CEHE) systems.
EDUCATION:
Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
EXPERIENCE:
Requires a minimum of four (4) years of electric utility or power engineering experience that includes performing engineering calculations and/or design. Requires a Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Texas.
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS, ABILITIES & PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS (KSLAPS):
- Able to use personal computer software proficiently, such as those for word processing, spreadsheets, database managers, presentations, and electronic mail.
- 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 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 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.
- Able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, listening ability and business acumen.
- Able to use SAP and GIS.
- Able to interpret and apply the National Electric and National Electric Safety Codes.
- Able to understand and follow electric safety principals and work safely around energized equipment and environments where CNP facilities are located
- 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 complete assigned All-Hazards Operations Plan responsibility.
- 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 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.
WE WANT YOU TO KNOW
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.
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