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

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in electrical modeling software (CYME).
• Knowledge of Python programming language.
• Experience with MicroStation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

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

Full-time position.