CenterPoint Energy, Inc

Senior Electric Engineer

CenterPoint Energy, Inc$80K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with active pursuit of PE license in Texas.
  • Minimum of four years of engineering experience, with two years preferred in electric utility or power engineering.
  • Strong knowledge of industry standards and codes like NESC and NEC.
  • Proficiency in evaluating high voltage equipment and materials for reliability and compliance.
  • Ability to analyze and troubleshoot engineering problems related to material failures.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and recommend equipment and materials for CNP's electric system.
  • Create and maintain standards and materials databases.
  • Investigate reliability issues and provide technical guidance.
  • Review and revise engineering/technical specifications as needed.
  • Coordinate material testing, failure analysis, and R&D projects.
  • Gather, analyze data, and prepare reports and presentations on electric systems.
  • Collaborate with diverse teams including engineering, construction, and purchasing personnel.

Benefits

  • Complete benefits eligibility from day one of employment.
  • Flexible work schedule with paid holidays and paid time off.
  • Opportunities for professional growth, including tuition reimbursement.
  • Access to wellness programs and fitness club discounts.
  • 401(k) plan with competitive company matching contributions.
Full Job Description
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Summary:

Provides engineering technical support associated with the development, analysis, and construction of high voltage equipment to be utilized in CenterPoint Energy's (CNP) substation systems. This role plays a critical part in ensuring material reliability and performance across transformers, reactors, bushings, and other substation equipment. Evaluate and apply industry standards.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate equipment and materials for use on CNP's electric system.
  • Create/modify standards and materials databases.
  • Investigate reliability and operational problems as related to material failure or misapplication of standards.
  • Provide technical guidance as needed.
  • Investigate claims, participate in lawsuit resolution, and provide engineering analysis as needed.
  • Write new or revise engineering/technical specifications.
  • Interface with engineers, construction personnel, warehousing personnel, purchasing agents, vendors and management regarding material issues.
  • Evaluate and review manufacturer drawings and equipment for compliance with CNP requirements.
  • Develop and maintain standards and material specifications. This will include construction distribution hardware mock-up assemblies for field evaluation and researching new products.
  • Recommend and/or coordinate research and development (R&D) projects including preparing requests for proposal (RFP) and budget proposals, evaluating contractor bids, and review contract terms and conditions.
  • Develop instructions, standard drawings, and material lists to be used by Operations personnel and outside entities.
  • Travel to manufacturer plants, industry conferences.
  • Coordinate material testing and failure analysis.
  • Interpret and apply applicable codes and standards such as National Electrical Safety and National Electrical Code.
  • Gather and analyze data, perform engineering studies, prepare written reports, give oral presentations related to electric systems.


Education:

Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university. A Professional Engineer license in the State of Texas is required or another state and active pursuit of a license in Texas can be substituted for the degree.

Experience:

Engineer - Requires a minimum of four (4) Engineering experience. Preferably two (2) years of electric utility or power engineering experience.

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

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: 07/02/2025
Posting End Date: 07/16/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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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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