Electrical Engineer

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:
Provide engineering and technical support services associated with the design, scheduling, construction, and operation of CenterPoint Energy's Overhead, Underground, and Systems Resilience engineering.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:   

• Review and analyze work orders, construction sketches, and submittals performed by contract engineering resources.
• Coordinate the design and installation of overhead or underground facilities with designers, contractors, and Operations personnel across various CenterPoint Energy departments.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical personnel to gather and exchange information, resolve issues, plan activities, and meet or exceed objectives.
• Able to use a personal computer (database, spreadsheet and word processing) for technical engineering applications such as SAP, Distribution Design Studio, and G.Viewer.
• Interpret and apply applicable codes and standards, both industry and company specific (i.e. National Electric Safety Code, National Electric Code, CenterPoint Energy Standards etc.).
• Perform project management functions associated with contract engineering resources.
• Communicate with contract engineering firms regarding design compliance to CenterPoint Energy Standards.
• Evaluate material requirements for work orders, coordinate material purchases with Purchasing & Logistics and vendors, and develop and maintain project material schedules.
• Field visits to obtain various measurements and data and for preconstruction meetings, as needed.
• Able to manage time effectively, handle multiple tasks and priorities, operate under general direction, develop own work methods as required yet follow standard procedures and determine when management is to be consulted on unusual situations.
• Able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, listening ability and business acumen to communicate effectively with co-workers, customers, vendors and the community.
• Gather and analyze data, perform engineering studies, prepare written reports, give oral presentations related to distribution systems.

Education:   

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

• A Professional Engineer license in the State of Texas, or another state and actively pursuing license in Texas, may be substituted for the degree.

Experience:   

• Experience in electrical, civil, or related engineering field performing technical engineering work, including calculations, design and/or work order creation and review, and interpretation of technical documents, preferably in the utility or power distribution space.

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: 11/18/2025​
Posting End Date: 11/25/2025

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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