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Date: Oct 16, 2019Location: Jackson, Mississippi, United StatesCompany: EntergyJOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE The transmission planner will be responsible for developing long-term transmission plans to ensure that Entergy’s transmission system is properly planned and remains compliant with all applicable NERC Standards and to ensure that the electric service can be provided at the lowest reasonable cost. The transmission planner will support a variety of internal planning activities and participate on various NERC, SERC< and MISO committees as required. The transmission planner provides technical guidance to regulatory support, economic development, system planning, design, project management and construction in the development of transmission projects for the Entergy system.JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs a wide variety of detailed engineering analysis in transmission related areas such as planning, economic analysis, maintenance, design, project management and construction, and operations
Uses engineering and technical principles, best practices, and knowledge of internal and external business issues to solve problems, develop cost-effective, technically sound solutions, and improve products or services
Applies knowledge of engineering principles in evaluating alternatives, making decisions, and interpreting/employing applicable electrical codes, procedures, standards, processes, and policies
Supports activities to comply with applicable industry standards (i.e., NERC, SERC) and other utility regulations, as required
Works with other disciplines within the Transmission organization and other company business units to achieve stated goals
Assist with storm/emergency restoration efforts as necessary
Utilize various power system simulation load flow packages (PROMOD, PSSE, PowerWorld, TARA)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education Required of the Position:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution
Degrees in engineering technology (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution with PE may be considered
Electrical Engineering Degree preferred
Minimum Experience Required of the Position:
Engineer I: 0-2 years of experience in an engineering discipline
Engineer II: 2-4 years of experience in an engineering discipline
Engineer III: 4-6 years of experience in an engineering discipline
Engineer Sr.: 6+ years of experience in an engineering discipline
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required of the Position:
Work closely with RTO/ISO
Technical mastery of engineering principles
In-depth knowledge of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area
Consistently drives for value in sound engineering decisions
Mentors other engineers and technical professionals
Good leadership skills
Good interpersonal skills along with strong written and oral communication skills
Excellent math skills
Excellent project management skills
Good knowledge of Personal Computer operations and related software
Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities
Ability to work well under pressure
Required to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures
Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to mitigate the hazards
Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base
Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and have the ability to enact change
Knowledgeable in economics of energy markets, congestion analysis, and locational marginal prices would be greatly beneficial
#LI-TA1 Primary Location: Mississippi-JacksonJob Function :EngineeringFLSA Status :ProfessionalRelocation Option: Level IIUnion description/code :NON BARGAINING UNIT-NBUNumber of Openings :1Req ID: 89084Travel Percentage :Up to 25%An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the full statement.One way that Entergy has found to identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs is through pre-employment testing. If this position does require an EEI test, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting. If you are invited to a test session, we strongly recommend you review and complete the practice test as well as review the testing brochure for your respective test. The test brochure will give you critical information on the test such as time allocated and Pre-employment Testing: number of questions. Also, keep in mind that the actual test is timed; you should practice timing yourself while doing the practice tests. The practice test information and test brochures can be located by going to the EEI website, http://www.eei.org/practicetests ,LogonID: entergy, password: practice test (2 words). Travel expenses incurred in connection with EEI testing are non-reimbursable.In addition to EEI testing there is also Fit-for-Duty testing which will identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs. If this position does require Fit-for-Duty testing, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting.WORKING CONDITIONS:As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.Job Segment: Engineer, Electrical, Construction, Testing, Power Systems, Engineering, Technology, Energy
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