Location: Jackson, MS
Company: Windstream Communications
Engineering jobs encompass a vast array of specialized roles within the field of engineering, aimed at designing, developing, and maintaining various technological systems and structures. These roles typically require a strong foundation in mathematics and science, and they span across numerous sectors such as civil, mechanical, electrical, and software engineering, among others. The key features of engineering careers include problem-solving, innovation, and the application of practical knowledge to create solutions that can improve people's lives, enhance business operations, or even address global challenges. Engineers often work in teams, collaborate with other professionals, and are at the forefront of technological advancement.
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/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 Utilization of various power system simulation load flow packages (PSSE, Powerworld, TARA, PROMOD, etc…).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Minimum education required of the position Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Discipline (typically Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution Degrees in engineering technology (typically, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution with PE may be considered Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred Minimum experience required of the position: Engineer I - 0 to 2 years experience in an engineering discipline Engineer II - 2+ years experience in an engineering discipline Engineer III - 4+ years experience in an engineering discipline Engineer Sr- 6+ years experience in an engineering discipline Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position: 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 Any certificates, licenses, etc.
required for the position Sr Level - EIT OR Graduate Level Engineering Degree OR MBA preferred. #LI-NC1 #LI-HYBRID Primary Location: Mississippi - Jackson Mississippi : Jackson Job Function : Professional FLSA Status : Professional Relocation Option: Level II Union description/code : NON BARGAINING UNIT Number of Openings : 1 Req ID: 113656 Travel Percentage : Up to 25% An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEO page, or see statements below.
EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, gender, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, interaction, gender, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.
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. Entergy Pay Transparency Policy Statement: The Entergy System of Companies (the Company) will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company’s legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.35(c). Equal Opportunity and Pay Transparency. Pay Transparency Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (dol. gov) The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact xyz X@ to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours. 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.
Engineering jobs encompass a variety of roles that involve applying scientific and mathematical principles to solve real-world problems. These positions are typically associated with the design, development, and maintenance of structures, machines, and systems. Engineers are known for their technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to innovate. Characterized by fields such as civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and software engineering, these jobs often require specialized education and can lead to careers in industries like construction, manufacturing, technology, and environmental management. Engineering professionals play a vital role in shaping the future through sustainable and efficient design.
Support provides operational tool and engineering expertise for the Power Delivery control centers. This role will develop and maintain internal control center tools and applications, enhance operating guides and procedures, and provide NERC compliance subject-matter expertise for audit readiness.
Frequent interaction with all Power Delivery control centers, Planning, IT, and Learning & Development – Operations partners is expected. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Support real time control center operations tools and applications Provide project support for control center work management tools and systems Enhance existing and/or prototype new solutions for emerging operational needs Serve
as application subject-matter expert (SME) for operational applications, collaborating with IT Service Delivery to support resolution of application issues, system defect and enhancements Actively participates in electric utility industry forums, working groups and tasks forces to both advocate for positions favorable to Entergy and ensure industry best practices are understood.
Industry forums/organizations include but are not limited to EPRI, NERC, SERC, MISO and NATF. Serves in the Incident Command Structure during major events as TCC and/or DOC Support engineer Assist with operational procedure development and revisions, NERC compliance readiness activities Must be able to manage
multiple projects simultaneously and operate in a highly visible and rapidly changing work environment MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Discipline (typically Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Chemical, Industrial) from four year accredited institution.
Degrees in engineering technology (typically, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four year accredited institution with PE may be considered. Minimum experience required of the position Engineer I: 0 to 2 years experience in an engineering discipline. Engineer II: 2+ years experience in an engineering discipline. Engineer III: 4+ years experience in an engineering discipline.
Engineer Sr: 6+ year experience in an engineering discipline. Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and have the ability to enact change Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities Thorough understanding of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area Preferred: Programming language experience (C++, Java,Net, Python, Perl or similar) Demonstrate advanced knowledge of Power BI (or similar analytics toolset) Knowledge of SQL (Structured Query Language) is desired Experience in Distribution or Transmission control center #LI-GB1 #LI-HYBRID Primary Location: Mississippi - Jackson Mississippi : Jackson Arkansas : Little Rock Louisiana : Baton Rouge Louisiana : New Orleans Texas : The Woodlands Job Function : Engineering FLSA Status : Professional Relocation Option: Level II Union description/code : NON BARGAINING UNIT Number of Openings : 1 Req ID: 113570 Travel Percentage : Up to 25% An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.
Please click here to view the EEO page, or see statements below. EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, gender, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, interaction, gender, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request. 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. Entergy Pay Transparency Policy Statement: The Entergy System of Companies (the Company) will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). Equal Opportunity and Pay Transparency.
Pay Transparency Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (dol. gov) The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact xyz X@ to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours. 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.
Engineering jobs encompass roles that involve applying scientific and mathematical principles to design, develop, and maintain structures, machines, materials, systems, and processes. These positions are characterized by innovation, problem-solving responsibilities, and the need for technical expertise. Engineers can specialize in various fields such as civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and software, among others. They are essential in shaping the infrastructure of the modern world, formulating solutions to complex challenges, and driving technological advancement. Engineering roles often require a strong educational background combined with practical experience, and they stand out for their contribution to societal progress and potential for career growth.
