Electrical Engineer II Distribution Planning

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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

Provide engineering and technical support services associated with the design, construction, and operation of CenterPoint Energy's overhead & underground distribution system.

Essential Functions

Review and analyze customer submitted site plans, structural drawings, electric one-lines, schematics, and load analysis.
Use electrical models (CYMDIST) to analyze circuit loading, identify operating issues, make reliability and operational recommendations for the distribution system.
Gather information and compiles data from multiple sources (SAP, G.I.S., Distribution Accounts, Service Centers, etc.) to construct electrical model and make recommendations.
Prepare Distribution Development Plan documents and associated reports (construction lists, loading reports, detail drawings/sketches, etc.)
Perform studies to analyze and respond to new Load Requests, special studies, and other inquiries.
Provide expertise to improve and enhance distribution planning techniques, standards, and procedures.
Processing New Load Requests, analyzing electrical drawings/diagrams/schematics and plan & profile drawings, to maintain the underground distribution system, including dedicated underground circuits and networks.
Perform an engineering analysis of underground duct banks to evaluate cable ampacity.
Support the construction, operations, and maintenance of the distribution system through communication with field personnel and customers.
Gather and analyze data, perform engineering studies, prepare written reports, give oral presentations related to distribution systems.
Manage multiple projects involving customers, contractors, and internal departments.

Education Description

Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Requires a minimum of two years of electric utility or power engineering experience that includes performing engineering calculations and design.
Experience with CYME or other power flow modeling software, as well as Python, and MicroStation is preferred.
Able to use mathematics, including trigonometry and calculus, to complete complex engineering design calculations and relate mathematical solutions to actual utility situations.
Able to interpret, analyze and produce electrical models, drawings, and technical documents.
Able to apply knowledge of electrical theory and system operations to daily decisions.
Able to calculate system short circuit quantities using sequence networks.

Physical Requirements

Able to communicate either written and verbal communications either in person or through technical equipment such as telephone.
Able to demonstrate and apply the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer and common office equipment.
Able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Able to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
Able to certify and use personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs on a daily basis.
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