CenterPoint Energy, Inc

Electrical Engineer II High Voltage Planning

CenterPoint Energy, Inc$85K — $102K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
  • Minimum two years of experience in electric utility or power engineering
  • Skilled in performing engineering calculations and design
  • Familiar with NERC compliance standards and reporting
  • Experience in transmission system analyses including power flow and stability studies

Responsibilities

  • Conduct power flow studies for transmission system reliability
  • Perform short circuit studies to identify necessary system improvements
  • Execute stability studies to ensure system performance
  • Update power flow models with changes in system topology and resources
  • Represent the company in ERCOT and NERC working groups
  • Ensure adherence to NERC standards and participate in audits
  • Collaborate across departments to improve results

Benefits

  • Paid training provided
  • Benefits start on the first day of employment
  • Flexible work schedules with paid time off
  • 401(k) plan with company match and additional contribution
  • Access to on-site wellness programs and discounts at fitness clubs
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Perform advanced transmission system analyses that may include the following types of studies: steady-state power flow, short circuit, transient stability, voltage stability, and transfer capability.

Essential Functions

  • Perform power flow studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
  • Perform short circuit studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
  • Perform stability studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
  • Update power flow models to reflect changes in topology, resources and load.
  • Represent CenterPoint Energy on applicable ERCOT and NERC working groups, user groups and cross-functional teams.
  • Ensure compliance to applicable NERC standards, produce compliance reports and participate in audit activities.
  • Work cooperatively and jointly with other departments within the company.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.


Education Description

  • Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university


Experience

  • Requires a minimum of two years of electric utility or power engineering experience that includes performing engineering calculations and/or design


Physical Requirements
  • Able to communicate either written and verbal communications either in person or through technical equipment such as telephone.
  • Able to demonstrate and apply the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer and common office equipment.
  • Able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
  • Able to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
  • Able to certify and use personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs on a daily basis.
  • Able to operate a motor vehicle and drive a motor vehicle daily or for extended time periods, in a safe manner, and enter/exit vehicle unassisted.


Working Conditions
  • Required to participate in CenterPoint Energy's Emergency Operation Plan (EOP).
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Able to work in an office environment.
  • Able to work indoors in an office environment and outdoors with occasional exposure to all weather conditions, equipment, and noise when at field installation sites.
  • Able to work regular hours, with occasional or mandatory overtime; may be required to work rotating shifts.


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: 09/10/2026
Posting End Date: 10/02/2026

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About CenterPoint Energy, Inc

CenterPoint Energy is a domestic energy delivery company. The Company’s business segments include Electric Transmission and Distribution, Natural Gas Distribution, Competitive Natural Gas Sales and Services, Interstate Pipelines, Field Services and Other Operations. The Company serves metered customers primarily in Arkansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Oklahoma and Texas. The company also owns a 58.3% interest in a midstream partnership it jointly controls with OGE Energy Corp. with operations in natural gas and liquids-rich producing areas of Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas and Louisiana.

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Size
9,418 employees
Market Cap
$19.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$773 million
Founded
1866
5 Year Trend
+2.1%
Revenue
$7.4 billion
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