Reliability Engineer

Company: Entergy Corporation
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: April 5, 2025

Job Description:

*** This position will be filled as an Engineer I, II, III or Sr. depending on the identified candidates' qualifications. ***JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSEResponsible for distribution line reliability in the Metro Area. Performs a wide variety of reliability related activities related to improving the overall reliability performance of distribution lines. Project areas may include grid/system design, operations and maintenance, asset management, reliability, computer applications, safety, and root cause failure analysis.JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical reliability guidance to the Distribution Field Engineers, Designers, and Distribution Line groups regarding distribution line reliability.
• Work with Distribution Line Personnel and Asset Management to identify and prioritize the portfolio of reliability projects, and ensure that projects are in alignment with budget.
• Provide overall project management for reliability project portfolio within the assigned engineering region.
• Provide root cause analysis for distribution line outages and power quality events that affect customers e.g. using field investigation techniques and FALLS software to determine if lightning was a root cause.
• Review and recommend for approval electrical designs that comply with company standards with an emphasis on reliability, which enhance the overall system performance and reliability.
• Provide quality control audits post construction to ensure that designs are built accurately and meet or exceed reliability standards.
• Provide ad hoc reliability reports using Power BI e.g. SAIFI and SAIDI analysis.
• Perform engineering analysis to aid in reliability and corrective measure projects.
• Assist with storm restoration efforts both local and out of town.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSMinimum education required of the position
  • 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 positionEngineer I -0 to 2 years experience in an engineering disciplineEngineer 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 positionDemonstrated ability to apply engineering principles. Thorough understanding of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area. 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. Familiar with National Electrical Safety Codes and National Electrical Code. 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. Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service. 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 positionMust have valid driver's license and good driving record.Primary Location: Louisiana-New OrleansJob Function: All Other JobsFLSA Status: ProfessionalRelocation Option: No Relocation OfferedUnion description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT Number of Openings: 1Req ID: 117860Travel Percentage: Up to 25%An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.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.Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.
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