Associate Engineer/Technologist
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Houston
Posted on: October 9, 2024
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Job Description:
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 SummaryProvide 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. --- Design underground facilities for electric
service. --- Prepare cost estimates and Terms & Conditions packages
for electric service to customers. --- Inspect customer required
construction to approve/disapprove. --- Prepare work orders,
easement documents, agreement letters and operational agreements.
--- Perform cable pull analysis, protective device coordination
studies, motor start and fault current calculations. --- Interpret
and apply applicable codes and standards (i.e. National Electric
Safety Code, National Electric Code, etc.). --- Support the
construction, operations and maintenance of the distribution system
through communication with field personnel and customers. ---
Gather and analyze data, prepare written reports, give oral
presentations related to distribution systems. --- Prepare new or
revise engineering/technical specifications. --- Manage multiple
projects involving customers, contractors and internal departments.
--- Able to use personal computer software proficiently, such as
those for word processing, spreadsheets, database managers,
presentations, and electronic mail. --- Collaborate with engineers,
architects, construction personnel and other professionals to
ensure that designs meet project specifications and requirements.
--- Produce detailed documentation such as structural drawings,
parts lists, and connection diagrams. --- Perform project
management support functions associated with Major Underground
engineering resources. --- Support the construction, operation, and
maintenance of CNP Major Underground infrastructure through
communication with field personnel. --- Able to make informed
decisions, follow procedures and comply with policies based on the
knowledge of the work and the services provided by CenterPoint
Energy. --- Able to prioritize and schedule tasks, pay attention to
detail and demonstrate good organizational skills. --- Able to work
and participate successfully in a team environment to accomplish
assignments. --- Able to understand and follow electric safety
principals and work safely around energized equipment and
environments where CNP facilities are located. --- Able to provide
and maintain a valid state driver's license and safe driving
record. --- Able to comply with all company driver safety policy
requirements. --- Able to complete assigned Emergency Operation
Plan responsibility. Education DescriptionRequires a Bachelor of
Science degree in an Engineering Technology from an accredited
college or university or, sixty hours of credits in an engineering
discipline and at least four years of on-the-job technical
experience in an engineering or electric utility environment.
Experience--- Familiarity with SAP, GIS, Microstation for technical
engineering applications. --- Understanding of general engineering
principals, engineering design calculations Requirements--- Able to
utilize mathematics to complete basic design calculations. --- Able
to apply knowledge and experience to daily decisions. --- Able to
apply knowledge, experience, and personal judgment in the
resolution of issues. --- Able to communicate effectively with
internal and external engineering and construction personnel,
customers, and others in written and verbal form. --- Able to use
technical engineering applications such as GIS, SAP, ProjectWise,
and MicroStation. --- Able to operate a motor vehicle and maintain
a valid Texas driver's license. --- Able to retain, recall and/or
keep a log of job-related functions and issues. Physical
RequirementsWorking ConditionsWe 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
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