Systems Analyst

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. 

Job Summary:

This is an exempt staff position within CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric Substation Operations. This role provides technical analysis and reporting, support, and coordination of activities relating to the continual operation and improvement of the CenterPoint Energy substation system, supporting workforce, practices, and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains SAP master data supporting substation operation, assets, and activities. Creates and updates locations, equipment, maintenance, task list, measurement point, and other related records.
• Maintains and processes new and decommissioned equipment information through various databases and utilities.
• Provides administrative support and technical training to operations personnel on the use of applications and utilities used in Substation Operations.
• Analysis and estimation of capital projects based on job scope and timelines. Perform creation and completion processes of orders with collaboration of project leads and estimate variance information.
• Provide technical support to field technicians concerning testing applications, routines, and commissioning data (load checks).
• Provide technical support to Substation Operations personnel as it relates to computer hardware and software. Provide administrative, technical, and compliance support to Substation’s NERC CIP Transient Cyber Asset device fleet.
• Assist in EOP (Emergency Operating Plan) activities and duties.
• Assist with compliance activities and monitoring in support of CenterPoint Energy’s obligations to numerous regulatory bodies (NERC, TXRE, PUC, ERCOT, etc.) as they apply to Substation Operations.
• Compose technical papers, policies, procedures, and presentations, including operational analysis reports.
• Analyze operational data and prepare various reports to leadership in support of planning, decision-making, inquiries, and recommendations.
• Maintain and develop automated reports through the use of business intelligence applications.
• Prepare reports and gather data for periodic operational efficiency assessments, audits, and review on behalf of Substation Operations.
• Work effectively with both internal and external customers to deliver products and services which meet or exceed their expectations.
• Complete complex assignments in a timely manner.

Education:

• Two (2) years of college or technical degree, or three (3) years’ experience in engineering or operational capacities.

Experience:

• Substation and/or electrical transmission systems experience in an operations, maintenance, or engineering capacity preferred.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Business intelligence/reporting application development experience preferred (Power BI, Tableau).

Special Skills:

• Ability to interpret operational information related to substation systems.
• Ability to comprehend and analyze and rationalize complex datasets.
• Ability to read and comprehend various substation and electrical drawings, schematics, and instruction manuals.
• Must possess strong computing skills, with aptitude in Microsoft 365 suite applications.
• Ability to develop database, scripting, and programming skills.

Competencies:

• Strong technical knowledge and communication skills with an ability to apply concepts towards general business principles.
• Effective and clear communication skills to a wide range of audiences both written and orally.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and actively participate in collaborative projects and tasks. Ability to effectively lead such teams when needed.
• Self-starting work ethic under minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage stress under deadlines, risk, and uncertainty.
• Ability to adapt and pivot to evolving technology, tools, software, and procedures.
• Ability to effectively manage time to prioritize and complete complex assignments.

Physical Attributes:

• Ability to work a 40-hour week with rare, but occasional overtime.
• Ability to work extended hours during EOP (extreme weather or system) events.
• Ability to sit 6-8 hours a day (not continuously).
• Ability to lift and carry 10-15 pounds (laptop, equipment, parcels, etc.).

Working Conditions:

• Job functions may be performed both indoors (office environment) and occasionally outside (job sites).
• Primary, daily functions are computer-based activities.
• Occasionally required to travel within the Houston metro area for purposes of field support, client interfacing, and other meetings.
• Requires a valid Texas Driver’s License.

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: 08/15/2025​
Posting End Date: 08/18/2025

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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