Electrical Engineer II High Voltage Transmission Planning

CenterPoint Energy•Houston, TX

About The Position

Perform advanced transmission system analyses that may include the following types of studies: steady-state power flow, short circuit, transient stability, voltage stability, and transfer capability.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university
Requires a minimum of two years of electric utility or power engineering experience that includes performing engineering calculations and/or design

Responsibilities

Perform power flow studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
Perform short circuit studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
Perform stability studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
Update power flow models to reflect changes in topology, resources and load.
Represent CenterPoint Energy on applicable ERCOT and NERC working groups, user groups and cross-functional teams.
Ensure compliance to applicable NERC standards, produce compliance reports and participate in audit activities.
Work cooperatively and jointly with other departments within the company.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Paid training
Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
Transit subsidies
Flexible work schedule
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Access to discounts at fitness clubs
On-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
Professional growth and development programs
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