Civil CEHE Electric Engineer

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Date: Oct 17, 2024

Location: Houston, TX, US, 77002

Company: CenterPoint Energy

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

CenterPoint Energy is looking for a Civil CEHE Electric Engineer to join our High Voltage Civil Design Team , located in Houston, TX .

You will have the ability to: provide design and analysis for the transmission and substation system regarding reliability, material adequacy, inspection technologies and addition or replacement of facilities.

Essential Functions

To be successful in this role you will:

• Design or analyze structures for the Transmission, Telecom, Distribution, and Substation engineering departments. This includes reviewing/producing the required structure drawings and specifications to be able to order material and install the structures.

• Coordinate Substation site (grading and paving) improvement work in support of Substation Capital work which can include expansion of existing subs, site design for new subs, and for the installation/replacement of major substation components such as transformers and breakers.

• Interface with fabricators engineering staff to finalize structure design for fabrication while maintaining project schedule.

• Provide support through executing stress analysis as required and providing analysis results and recommendations to requesting parties such as transmission project engineers, foundation design engineers, etc.

• Perform check/approval of vendor design drawings.

• 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. Develop and maintain standards and material specifications in support of structural and site development design procedures.

• Provide recommended construction procedures and practices for structure installations depending on site conditions.

• Interface with inspectors, engineers, construction personnel, warehousing personnel, purchasing agents, vendors, and management as required for projects.

• Recommend and assist in preparing requests for proposal (RFP) and budget proposals, evaluating contractor bids, and review contract terms and conditions for site development projects.

• Additional duties include/require knowledge of industry codes and standards (e.g. ACI, AISC, ASCE).

Education Description

Your background includes:

• Requires a Bachelor of Science degree Civil or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Experience

• Requires a minimum of two years' experience in a related engineering discipline.

• 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.

Physical Requirements

• 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.

Working Conditions

• Required to participate in CenterPoint Energy's Emergency Operation Plan (EOP).

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Able to work in an office environment.

• Able to work indoors in an office environment and outdoors with occasional exposure to all weather conditions, equipment, and noise when at field installation sites.

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

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.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

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

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Start Date: 10/29/2024​

Posting End Date: 11/05/2024

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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Nearest Major Market: Houston

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