Engineer Transmission Planning I-Senior

EntergyJackson, Mississippi, United States

Good fit if

  • You can work a hybrid schedule.
  • You have 6+ years of experience.
  • You hold a PE license.
  • You can travel 25% of the time.

Required qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical or Computer Engineering) from an accredited four-year institution
  • 6+ years of experience in an engineering discipline
  • Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles
  • Thorough understanding of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication
  • Excellent math and project management skills
  • Good knowledge of Personal Computer operations and related software
  • Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities under pressure
  • Ability to recognize workplace hazards and mitigate them
  • Commitment to working safely and following all Entergy safety policies

About this role

Senior-level transmission planning engineer at Entergy supporting grid reliability, asset management, and compliance with NERC/SERC standards. This hybrid role performs detailed engineering analysis, design, and project management across transmission systems, with involvement in routine operations, emergency restoration, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Perform detailed engineering analysis in transmission planning, maintenance, design, project management, and operations
  • Apply engineering and technical principles to solve problems and develop cost-effective, technically sound solutions
  • Evaluate alternatives and interpret applicable electrical codes, procedures, standards, and policies (NERC, SERC)
  • Support compliance with industry standards and utility regulations
  • Collaborate with Transmission organization disciplines and company business units to achieve stated goals
  • Assist with storm and emergency restoration efforts as necessary
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes

Preferred qualifications

  • Electrical Engineering degree
  • PE (Professional Engineer) or FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) certification
  • Proficiency in Short Circuit fault analysis and Relay Protection and Controls
  • Strong technical knowledge in designing protection schemes and relay settings for transmission and distribution assets

Location, schedule, and travel

Hybrid position based in Jackson, Mississippi; up to 25% travel required; may be required to work additional hours and alternate locations during storms, outages, or emergencies

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