Associate Engineer, Electric

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 engineering position provides an introductory knowledge level of technical support for the Production and Maintenance Departments of CNP Generation Operations by implementing plant improvements and assisting in problem solving.

Essential Functions:

• Process Monitoring - Assist in the monitoring and reporting on the performance of the plant’s equipment to determine opportunities for improvement or to forestall operational and maintenance costs. Assist in the compiling of process information to assist the Production or Maintenance Departments in decision making on process related issues. Assist in conducting predictive maintenance activities to monitor plant processes.
  
• Plant Improvement - Assist in the monitoring and evaluating of plant processes to identify process improvement opportunities. Assist in plant improvement projects through design and preparation of specifications. Coordinate improvement project approval, construction, and commissioning, as well as to assist Supply Chain with the coordination of procurement. Coordinate contractor maintenance and construction projects. Review new technology and evaluate its application to the power plant. Cost variance reporting is required for specific capital and O&M projects, including annual unit outage work assignments. Provide annual plant operating and capital budget information. Responsive to plant emergencies and plant problem resolution. Interface effectively with personnel of other departments to achieve successful results.
  
• Administrative - Monitor, secure, and release payments for activities and resources consumed for responsibility area.
  
• Functional/Technical Competency Requirements - Willingness to work overtime, holidays, and weekends. Proficient with a computer spreadsheets, word processing, and database software. Ability to create documents, including procedures and instructions. Effective written and verbal skills to communicate with colleagues and customers.

Education:  
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent.

Experience:
0–2 years. Basic understanding of power plant operations. 
Preferred: Power plant operations experience or equivalent. Experience in coordinating and planning utilization of contractor services. Ability to describe complex processes to plant maintenance and operations personnel. Application and knowledge of statistical process control.

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: 07/17/2025​
Posting End Date: 07/31/2025

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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