Manager Engineering Major Underground Padmount North

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Houston
Posted on: November 16, 2024

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 SummaryDirects the efforts of engineering and technical personnel to complete various engineering assignments, achieve system reliability, control cost through system design, and identify cost efficiencies through innovation and technology. Assures compliance with applicable governmental and environmental laws and regulations. Essential Functions

• Provides management oversight and direction for projects, system reliability performance and other department deliverables and assignments.
• Analyzes budget performance and develops recommendations for actions.
• Develops various forecasts, project development plans, resource requirements and plans future projects.
• Provides cost effective designs for system expansion to comply with design standards including voltage profiles, loading criteria, power factor correction and system protection design.
• Uses appropriate interpersonal and motivational skills to insure and guide others towards accomplishing division goals and completing projects on schedule and within budget.
• Explores alternative methods and new technologies that can result in cost efficiencies, increased functionality, more efficient designs, or better construction methods.
• Works across functional boundaries to coordinate associated work performed by other divisions. Acts as a "change agent" in adopting better methods and gaining employee investment.
• Develops engineering staff to ensure job competency, staff growth, and succession planning.
• Specifies and/or approves the procurement of major equipment for projects and leverages new technology. Education DescriptionBachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology required. Professional Engineering license in the state of Texas required. ExperienceMinimum of 6 years electric utility or engineering experience. Prefer previous leadership experience either formal or informal. Physical Requirements
  • Able to certify and use personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs on a daily basis.
  • Able to demonstrate and apply the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer and common office equipment.
  • Able to communicate either written and verbal communications either in person or through technical equipment such as telephone.
  • 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. Working Conditions
    • Required to participate in CenterPoint Energy's Emergency Operation Plan (EOP).
    • Able to work regular hours, with occasional or mandatory overtime; may be required to work rotating shifts.
    • Able to work indoors in an office environment and outdoors with occasional exposure to all weather conditions, equipment, and noise when at field installation sites.
    • Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
    • Able to operate a motor vehicle and drive a motor vehicle daily or for extended time periods, in a safe manner. 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: 10/28/2024 Posting End Date: 11/15/2024 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. #LI-CNP

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