Senior Engineering Technologist

CenterPoint Energy

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About The Position

Substation Operations Division exempt Senior position. Provide technical support and coordinate activities relating to the continual improvement of operations and maintenance practices in support of the CenterPoint Energy substation system. Provide technical assistance and formal training to field crews. Represent Substation Operations in providing technical support to internal and external customers and serving on task forces and committees.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Requires a minimum of five years of electric utility or power engineering experience.
• Ability to work under stressful working conditions.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle and the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.
• Able to view computer terminal/screen, sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
• Ability to operate office machines including telephone, photocopier, fax machine, calculator, laptop, mobile phone, etc.
• Ability to reach, grasp and move items.
• Ability to work a varied schedule to complete projects and meet deadlines in response to changing demands.
• Able to work overtime (nights and/or weekends) as needed or required to meet established deadlines.
• Able to travel to attend meetings, industry or professional association conferences and stay overnight as required.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively with customers and clients to deliver products that meet or exceed their expectations.
• Understand and anticipate clients needs and pro-actively seek solutions / helpful information.
• Stay current regarding industry and business issues. Understand and apply this knowledge.
• Assist in Substation AHOP (All Hazards Operations Plan) and Pandemic Plan, and associated documentation.
• Assist with the administration of databases containing test result data including – SQL Server, Powerbase, RTS, DTA, SERTS.
• Provide tech support to field personnel for test equipment apparatus software and commissioning procedures. May include providing after hours assistance in the field.
• Review load readings produced during commissioning of substation equipment. May include providing after hours assistance in the field.
• Assist in regulatory-related operations and planning activities as necessary including but not limited to audits or other external evaluations.
• Prepare written documentation and presentations on technical issues. Requires investigative skills, knowledge of substation operating systems and technical writing skills.
• Complete complex assignments in a timely manner.
• Provide data for various Benchmarking programs. Prepare formal responses to industry survey requests on behalf of the Division.
• Investigate, report, and provide solutions on operating problems and equipment failures.
• Develop corrective action, procedure, and process recommendations utilizing available resources including the technical assistance of other Company personnel
• Author / Co-author weekly Operations Memos
• Perform technical assessments of customer and CenterPoint Energy substations.
• Develop substation equipment advisories and technical bulletins.
• Develop and provide presentations to field crews, management, and customers.
• Serve as a division representative on task forces and committees.
• Plan, organize, and guide extensive programs and activities of major importance.
• Assist with proving and vetting Doble DUC software updates
• Work in both a team environment and independently.
• Able to manage time effectively and handle multiple assignments, priorities, and deadlines.

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

What This Job Offers

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