Engineer - Transmission Substation Design

Posting End Date: 12/08/2021 - *This position may be filled by an Engineer I, II, III or Sr based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.* JOB SUMMARY: The Civil/Structural Engineer in Substation Design within Transmission Engineering works in conjunction with other engineering disciplines and team members to achieve stated project goals. The Civil/Structural Engineer focuses primarily on the planning, scoping, estimating, and design of civil and structural elements and activities. These activities include but are not limited to: Order and utilize topographic property surveys Order and utilize geotechnical studies Order and utilize drainage/flood studies Design site grading & drainage plans, sections, and details for site packages Design foundation details based on structure reactions Calculate structure load reactions and design modifications to meet load requirements Design steel structure details Work in conjunction with environmental teams to design oil containment (if applicable) JOB DUTIES/RESPONSBILITIES: Performs a wide variety of detailed engineering analysis in Transmission-related areas such as planning, maintenance, design, project management and construction, and operations. Uses engineering/technical principles, best practices, and knowledge of internal and external business issues to solve problems, develop cost-effective, technically sound solutions, and improve products or services. Applies knowledge of engineering principles in evaluating alternatives, making decisions, and interpreting/employing applicable electrical codes, procedures, standards, processes, and policies. Supports activities to comply with applicable industry standards (i.e., NERC, SERC) and other utility regulations, as required. Works with other disciplines within the Transmission organization and other company business units to achieve stated goals. Assist with storm/emergency restoration efforts as necessary. Perform engineering activities associated with the physical design of high and medium voltage utility substations, including: site development, grading & drainage design, drainage/flood studies, geotechnical analysis, foundation design/calculation, structural analysis, etc. for internal substation related projects. Work in a team environment to develop detailed engineering scope documents from a high-level functional document. This includes preparing cost and time estimates as needed. Order and track the substation material and ensure timely delivery to appropriate staging areas. Oversee substation design contractor activities and perform thorough quality reviews of their design packages. Provide technical support during construction and commissioning of substation assets. Work with Design Basis and industry committees to develop and maintain substation design standards. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Education: Bachelor''s Degree in Engineering Discipline (typically Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution OR Engineering Technology degree from a four-year accredited institution with a PE certification Preferred: Bachelor''s Degree in Civil Engineering (other disciplines may be considered based on experience) Minimum Experience: Engineer I: at least 0 - 2 years of experience in an engineering discipline Engineer II: at least 2 - 4 years of experience in an engineering discipline Engineer III: at least 4 - 6 years of experience in an engineering discipline Engineer Sr: at least 6 years of experience in an engineering discipline Preferred: Structural design engineering experience Transmission and/or Substation utility experience Minimum Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and have the ability to enact change Excellent project management skills Good leadership skills Good interpersonal skills along with strong written and oral communication skills Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities Ability to work well under pressure Required to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to mitigate the hazards Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base Certifications/Licenses: Preferred: FE, PE NOTE: Applicants with Engineering Technology degree must have a PE certification to be considered for this position Program/software: Preferred: RISA 3D, STAAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, AutoCAD Map 3D, Dimensional Solutions foundation software suite, InfraWorks LI-KA1 Primary Location: Louisiana-New Orleans Job Function: Engineering FLSA Status: Professional Relocation Option: Level II Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT-NBU Number of Openings: 1 Req ID: 104412 Travel Percentage:Up to 25% An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the full statement. WORKING CONDITIONS: 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.

Created: 2021-11-29