Electrical Engineer II Distribution Planning

About the role

Provide engineering and technical support services associated with the design, construction, and operation of CenterPoint Energy's overhead & underground distribution system.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze customer submitted site plans, structural drawings, electric one-lines, schematics, and load analysis.
• Use electrical models (CYMDIST) to analyze circuit loading, identify operating issues, make reliability and operational recommendations for the distribution system.
• Gather information and compile data from multiple sources (SAP, GIS, Distribution Accounts, Service Centers, etc.) to construct electrical model and make recommendations.
• Prepare Distribution Development Plan documents and associated reports (construction lists, loading reports, detail drawings/sketches, etc.).
• Perform studies to analyze and respond to new Load Requests, special studies, and other inquiries.
• Provide expertise to improve and enhance distribution planning techniques, standards, and procedures.
• Process New Load Requests, analyze electrical drawings/diagrams/schematics and plan & profile drawings, to maintain the underground distribution system, including dedicated underground circuits and networks.
• Perform an engineering analysis of underground duct banks to evaluate cable ampacity.
• Support the construction, operations, and maintenance of the distribution system through communication with field personnel and customers.
• Gather and analyze data, perform engineering studies, prepare written reports, give oral presentations related to distribution systems.
• Manage multiple projects involving customers, contractors, and internal departments.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of two years of electric utility or power engineering experience that includes performing engineering calculations and design.
• Experience with CYME or other power flow modeling software, as well as Python, and MicroStation is preferred.
• 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 calculate system short circuit quantities using sequence networks.

Qualifications

• Able to communicate either written and verbal communications either in person or through technical equipment such as telephone.
• Able to demonstrate and apply the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer and common office equipment.
• Able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Able to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Able to certify and use personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs on a daily basis.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle and drive a motor vehicle daily or for extended time periods, in a safe manner, and enter/exit vehicle unassisted.

Skills

• Proficiency in electrical modeling software (CYME).
• Experience with Python programming.
• MicroStation proficiency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Benefits

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

Pay

Competitive pay

Schedule

Regular hours, with occasional or mandatory overtime; may be required to work rotating shifts.