Automation Engineer I-Sr

Entergy • New Orleans, LA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Automation Engineer, Senior is a key member of the Automation team within the AI organization. This role supports the design and development of software programs, scripts, and systems that automate identified tasks. Responsibilities include programming robots, developing software applications, configuring automation tools, analyzing processes to identify automation opportunities, and building end‑to‑end automated solutions. The Automation Engineer, Senior will test developed automation solutions to ensure functionality and desired outcomes, integrate them into existing systems, train end users, and monitor ongoing performance. The role also includes troubleshooting issues, performing regular maintenance, and ensuring optimal performance and security of automated systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, computer science, robotics, electrical engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 6–8 years of experience in RPA or automated script development with basic exposure to automation principles and tools.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages: Python, Java, C++, SQL
• Strong proficiency in automation tools such as PLC or RPA
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Ability to succeed in a fast‑paced, highly demanding environment
• Knowledge of utility and power generation operating models
• Understanding of key business drivers and how they influence work
• Ability to foster a creative and innovative culture
• Demonstrated ability to guide junior team members
• Willingness and experience teaching and mentoring others in AI and machine learning
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to select appropriate statistical or machine‑learning tools for business problems
• Self-motivated with high integrity and credibility; able to work independently
• Flexible and able to interface with diverse individuals and cross‑functional teams while managing multiple projects
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills at all organizational levels
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills
• Ability to foster creativity and innovation
• Proficiency in programming and scripting languages (Python, Java, C++), automation tools (RPA, etc.), and version control systems (Git)

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Experience working on cross‑functional teams.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• 2+ years of experience in the electric or gas utility sector.

Responsibilities

• Develop best‑in‑practice automation products that meet strategic business requirements and enable additional value across business units.
• Participate in business process mapping to identify automation opportunities.
• Design, build, and test automation solutions to ensure they meet desired outcomes.
• Train users on new processes and automated solutions.
• Collaborate with senior automation engineers on advanced use cases.
• Continuously build knowledge to progress to advanced automation concepts.
• Make decisions with input from team members and provide effective status updates.
• Champion Entergy’s AI efforts internally and externally, promoting collaboration and communication while supporting business‑driven use cases.

Benefits

• As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior