JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops and matures technical performance perspectives for new and developing technologies for comparison and potential inclusion in the company’s future generation portfolio
Performs early-stage project development for new generation resource types and technology improvements to existing generation designs
Maintains technical performance screenings, assessments, and comparable perspective of utility scale power generation and related technologies (thermal, solar, wind, battery, etc)
Collaborates with key internal and external stakeholders to meet the organizations power generation technology assessment needs, including financial analyst to form techno-economic perspective of new generation opportunities
Provides technical support to new generation project development including project proposals, obtainment of internal and external approvals, establishment and maintenance of engineering design standards, the resolution of technical queries (RFIs), and the development of project deliverables
Supports/Leads cross-functional teams consisting of internal Subject Matter Experts, Owners Engineers, EPC Contractors, and Technical Consultants during development of engineering contracts
Ensures that engineering is complete, accurate and constructible, and that drawings and designs documents are organized and maintained in conjunction with Entergy’s requirements
Oversees contractor's engineering performance, coordinates contractor and owner's engineering interfaces, and ensures projects are completed according to project specifications, schedule, quality and performance requirements.
Coordinates with the project execution engineers and team to support effective implementation of the engineering design standards as new generation project progress through the stage gate process to detailed design and construction
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education required of the position.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
Advanced degree preferred.
Minimum experience required of the position.
Project Engineer, Sr Lead: 10+ years of applicable and progressive professional experience, preferably engineering design, construction, or operation of power systems (8 years with a PE/PMP Certification/Masters Degree).
Project Engineer, Sr Staff: 12+ years of applicable and progressive professional experience, preferably engineering design, construction, or operation of power systems (10 years with a PE/PMP Certification/Masters Degree).
Minimum experience required of the position.
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills with strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office 360.
Strong interpersonal skills and leadership behaviors.
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology to power generation this includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design of electrical power generating facilities.
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of power generation facilities.
Knowledge of Codes and Standards applicable to the construction or repair of power generation facilities.
Experience with reviewing, executing, and managing EPC contracts.
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 solutions.
Desired: Experience with Combustion Turbine (CT) and/or Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine (CCCT) thermal generation
Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position.
Desired: Professional Engineer license and PMP certification.
- Primary Location: Louisiana-New Orleans Louisiana : New Orleans || Texas : The Woodlands
- Job Function: Corporate
- FLSA Status: Professional
- Relocation Option: Level II
- Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
- Number of Openings: 1
- Req ID: 124663
- PS Job Title: Power Development Engineer Sr-Sr Staff (Project Engineer Sr-Sr Staff)
- Travel Percentage:Up to 25%
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Additional Responsibilities: 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.
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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.
