Engineer - Transmission

Posting End Date: 09/08/2022Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid* This position can be filled by an Engineer I, II, III, or Sr. based on the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate. ** The nature of this position is ''hybrid'' and will preferably be domiciled in Jackson, MS, but other locations within Entergy''s service territory may be considered. *JOB SUMMARY:Performs a wide variety of planning, maintenance, project management, technical services and research activities related to the reliability and life cycle management of Entergy''s transmission lines. Project areas may include reliability program design, new technology implementation, capital and O&M optimization, root cause failure analysis, and process control management.JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILTIES:* Act as the program manager for the Transmission Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) program which includes working with various internal and external partners to support the continued implementation of UAS within transmission. Focus areas include managing procedures, developing data management solutions, implementing new technology, development of use cases for UAS, coordinating the transmission steering committee meetings and managing directives from the committee* Performs a wide variety of detailed engineering analysis focused on managing the life cycle cost of transmission assets with a focus on delivering reliability to transmission customers through capital and O&M programs that control costs and deliver a high level of value to all stakeholders* 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 necessaryMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum Education:* Bachelor''s Degree in Engineering Discipline (typically Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution* Degrees in Engineering Technology (typically, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution with PE may be consideredMinimum Experience:* Engineer I: 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:* Experience designing and managing maintenance and reliability programs* Data analysis experience* Transmission experienceMinimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:* Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles* Thorough understanding of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area* Consistently demonstrates good engineering judgment* Good leadership skills* Good interpersonal skills along with strong written and oral communication skills* Excellent math skills* Excellent project management skills* Good knowledge of Personal Computer operations and related software* 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* Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and have the ability to enact changePrimary Location: Mississippi-JacksonJob Function: EngineeringFLSA Status: ProfessionalRelocation Option: Level IIUnion description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT-NBUNumber of Openings: 1Req ID: 108316Travel 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: 2025-10-04