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Entergy · 1 day ago

Transmission Line Design Engineer

New Orleans, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

6+ years exp

Entergy is a leading energy provider, and they are seeking a Transmission Line Design Engineer to lead engineering efforts in the design and construction of transmission line facilities. The role involves overseeing project deliverables, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards and specifications.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Plan and conduct independent engineering work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria. Devises new approaches to solving problems

Direct and mentor junior staff and oversee the engineering work on multiple projects; to include design package development, planning studies, reliability analysis, engineering standards development, and system operations

Represent Entergy as a technical expert within Industry. Represents Business Unit in Standards discussions and/or utility practices as the industry evolves

Work with consultants and equipment manufacturers and interface with departments on technical issues

Leads the development of System/ BU level processes and procedures

Change agent for achieving Business Unit objectives. Provide guidance and coaching to other departments on engineering matters

For very large capital projects, manages the engineering and technical contract consultants. Participates in contractor/vendor selection process with a specific goal of assessing engineering experience, competencies and capability. Assures that all firms solicited to provide engineering services are duly licensed in the state of the project. Assists Contractors and Vendors during design and construction to resolve technical inquiries, and interface issues. Manages the review of engineering and design to assure compliance with the contract, permits, codes, and utility design standards and supports the operations and maintenance goals of the project. Coordinates with the Project Manager and project team to ensure that the contract requirements are applied during construction to achieve a 'fit for purpose' outcome

For very large capital projects, coordinates with the Project Team to ensure that design is executed in accordance with codes, specifications, schedules, and good engineering practice. Coordinates reporting and disposition of all RFIs. Contributes to the development of project deliverables as necessary during each step of the Stage Gate Process

For very large capital projects, serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Entergy in their respective focus area of responsibility: makes decisions during all stages of the transmission project development and execution associated with focus area including schedule and coordination of project deliverables, support during testing and commissioning, troubleshooting and assisting field personnel with analysis and mitigation techniques and ensuring installations and construction by internal and/or external contract partners are in accordance with Entergy Standards and Specifications

For very large capital projects, maintains drawings and design documents in conjunction with leadership. Performs and manages document reviews of drawings and specifications. Ensures all documents generated on the project are stored in designated repository at closeout. Follows change control process for any potential design changes. Reviews all vendor drawings and documents received during the execution of the project for conformance to the contract

For very large capital projects, participates in the inspection activities as agreed with the Contractor. Provides technical support during construction and start-up on an as needed basis. Assists Project Team with coordination of training of contract personnel

For specific focus areas with very large capital projects, the Engineer would be responsible for the above items plus the following in support of EPC capital projects: + Transmission Line Design focus area - responsible for physical design of transmission line facilities including approval of PLS-CADD Models, Staking Sheets, Plan and Profile drawings, transmission line structures and foundation designs, procurement of vendor equipment, and support during transmission line construction and ensuring transmission line facilities engineered/procured/constructed are in accordance with Entergy standards

Qualification

Transmission Line DesignEngineering Standards DevelopmentProject ManagementCivil Design ExperiencePE LicenseComplex Problem SolvingCritical Thinking

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Discipline from a four-year accredited institution

Degrees in Engineering Technology from a four-year accredited institution with PE may be considered

Engineer, Sr: At least 6+ years of experience without a PE or MS; Or 5 years of experience with FE and MS, PE, or PMP Cert

Engineer, Sr Lead: At least 10 years of experience without a PE or MS. Or 8 years of experience with a PE or MS

Engineer, Sr Staff: At least 12 years of experience without a PE or MS. Or 10 years of experience with a PE or MS

Knowledge of engineering fundamentals

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology to transmission line and transmission/distribution substation design and construction

Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the design, construction or repair of transmission/distribution lines and substations

Critical Thinking -- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Complex Problem Solving -- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solution