Engineer Transmission

Job Summary / Purpose

This position, in the Transmission Planning group, is required for performing studies associated with Generator Interconnection.

• Perform steady state load flow analysis in the planning horizon.
• Perform transient stability, voltage stability, and small signal stability studies.
• Familiarity with the PSS/E and TSAT software packages for load flow and stability analyses and positive sequence generator modeling (synchronous machines and I  plants).
• Familiarity with the MISO DPP process and applicable NERC and IEEE standards (e.g. NERC FAC-002, NERC TPL-001, IEEE P2800, IEEE 519).
• Perform transient studies using PSCAD software for I  integration (model quality tests, weak grid analysis, control interactions).
• Perform short circuit analysis and breaker rating studies using CAPE software.
• Analyze disturbance monitoring devices such as dynamic recorders and phasor measurement units.
• Interface with generator interconnection customers, regulatory agencies, reliability councils, MISO, and other transmission providers.
• Represent Entergy on industry wide technical working groups.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution; PE may be considered.
• Preferred: BS Electrical Engineering degree, MSEE or PhD with emphasis on power systems.
• 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.
• Preferred: 1-5 years of experience in modeling, system analysis and planning of power systems.
• Preferred:
  Experience in a power utility or a consulting company.

• Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles.
• Thorough understanding of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area.
• Consistently demonstrates good engineering judgment.
• Good leadership skills.
• Good interpersonal skills along with strong written and oral communication 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 mitigate hazards.
• Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base.
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and enact change.
• Preferred: PE Certification.

Location: New Orleans, LA;
Jackson, MS

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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