CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.
Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.
At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
Job Summary
In this role, you willprovide design and analysis for the transmission and substation system regarding reliability, material adequacy, inspection technologies and addition or replacement of facilities.
Essential Functions
- Designor analyze structures for the Transmission, Telecom, Distribution, and Substation engineering departments. This includes reviewing/producing the required structure drawings and specifications to be able to order material and install the structures.
- Coordinate Substation site (grading and paving) improvement work in support of Substation Capital work which can include expansion of existing subs, site design for new subs, and for the installation/replacement of major substation components such as transformers and breakers.
- Interface with fabricators engineering staff to finalize structure design for fabrication while maintaining project schedule.
- Provide support through executing stress analysis as required and providing analysis results and recommendations to requesting parties such as transmission project engineers, foundation design engineers, etc.
- Perform check/approval of vendor design drawings.
- Make presentations (written or oral) to management and others on pertinent issues.
- Serve as a department representative on task forces, committee, and cross-functional teams. Develop and maintain standards and material specifications in support of structural and site development design procedures.
- Provide recommended construction procedures and practices for structure installations depending on site conditions.
- Interface with inspectors, engineers, construction personnel, warehousing personnel, purchasing agents, vendors, and management as required for projects.
- Recommend and assist in preparing requests for proposal (RFP) and budget proposals, evaluating contractor bids, and review contract terms and conditions for site development projects.
- Additional duties include/require knowledge of industry codes and standards (e.g. ACI, AISC, ASCE).
Education Description
- Requiresa Bachelor of Science degree Civil or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
Experience
- Requiresa minimum of two years' experience in a related engineering discipline.
- Note that a Master of Science degree in Engineering can be substituted for 1 year of experience. And a PhD degree in Engineering can be substituted for 2 years of experience.
We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.
At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
What we bring to you
- 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
Job Type:Full Time
Posting Start Date: 11/14/2024
Posting End Date: 11/21/2024
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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CenterPoint Energy
paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
Nov 15, 2024