Senior Electrical Engineering Technologist/Specialist
CenterPoint Energy · Houston
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.
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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 position is for the “Material Coordinator” role within the Engineering Distribution Materials group. This role involves being an Engineering liaison to Field Operations for the purpose of providing engineering support, guidance, and feedback. Additionally, this role will provide engineering and technical support associated with the evaluation, development, adoption and implementation of standards/specifications and materials associated with the construction and operation of CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (CEHE) systems.
Essential Functions
- Engineering liaison to all aspect of Field Operations where frequent, in person representation will be required.
- Assist with the development and revision of standards, specifications and design criteria to be used by CEHE.
- Ensure design adherence to applicable internal standards and procedures, and ensure compliance with external code requirements (NESC, ANSI, ASTM, IEEE, ERCOT, NERC, etc.).
- Develop design options or recommendations for structures, systems and components.
- Review and approve new material offerings from prospective manufacturers to be used on the CEHE system.
- Review and evaluate existing and new technology, engineering methods and operating philosophies for potential system improvement.
- Produce written and oral technical reports to document analysis results and engineering recommendations.
Education Description
- Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering Technology discipline from an accredited college or university.
- Extensive Utility Operations experience (15+ years) will be considered as substitution for a degree.
Experience
- 6 years of technical experience in an engineering or electric utility environment.
- Able to use mathematics, including trigonometry and calculus, to complete complex engineering design calculations and relate mathematical solutions to actual utility situations.
- Able to interpret, analyze and produce electrical models, drawings and technical documents.
- Able to apply knowledge of electrical theory and system operations to daily decisions.
- Able to use SAP, G.I.S., MicroStation for technical engineering applications.
Physical Requirements
Working Conditions
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: 10/15/2026
Posting End Date: 11/05/2026
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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