• Job Description

  Req#: 3751

  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 analysis and technical support associated with the reliability and operations of CenterPoint Energy’s electric distribution system. Build actionable dashboards to improve reliability or operational efficiencies using large data sets. Utilize programming skills to support system automated processes. Manage critical system such as RCCS for distribution capacitor banks controls and PELCAR for load calculations.

  Essential Functions

  • Develop and support software including coding applications, database integration, interfaces, and new functionality enhancements to fulfill business requirements.
  • Gather and analyze large amounts of data, perform engineering studies, prepare written reports, and give oral presentations related to pertinent issues.
  • Design, build, and document dashboards using various database tools, such as Tableau, Power BI, Oracle, SQL, and Access, with relevant metrics that drive efficiencies.
  • Utilize engineering tools to identify potential reliability issues, equipment failures, or operational concerns and form recommendations for solutions.
  • Calculate reliability metrics such as SAIDI, SAIFI, CAIDI, IEEE 2.5 Beta, etc.
  • Create QA/QC processes to improve data quality and consistency.
  • Support the Remote-Controlled Capacitor System (RCCS) to ensure optimal system functionality.
  • Perform engineering analysis through Program for Engineering Load Calculations and Reporting (PELCAR). Able to read, understand and adjust coding in PELCAR.
  • Coordinates with other groups such as Security, Control Systems, Telecom, and others to ensure overall success of applications and distribution assets.
  • Serve as a department representative on task forces, committees, and cross-functional teams.

  Education:
  • EE: Requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineer or a related discipline from an accredited university.

  Experience for Associate EE Position:
  • EE: Electric utility or power engineering internship/co-op experience is preferred or overall applicable programming experience.

  
  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: 2/4/2025
  Posting End Date: 2/11/2025

  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.
  
  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: 02/04/2025
  Posting End Date: 02/11/2025

  
  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.

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• About the company

  ​Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

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