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SalaryDate: Feb 6, 2024
Location: Shreveport, LA, US, 71103
Company: CenterPoint Energy
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.
Our Vision: Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. 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
CenterPoint Energy is looking for an Associate Gas Engineer to join our Team, located in Shreveport, LA.
You will have the ability to apply engineering principles to design and install distribution system in a safe, efficient and practical manner. Manage projects during field installations.
You will have the ability to apply engineering principles to design and install distribution system in a safe, efficient and practical manner. Manage projects during field installations.
Essential Functions
- Perform engineering design, calculations, estimates, studies and coordination of gas distribution facilities installations.
- Analyze load, pressure requirements, future growth and other variables during the design process.
- Oversee the layout, sizing and specification of pipeline equipment, economic justifications and indirect supervision of others when project teamwork is required.
- Create engineering drawings and effectively communicate design details to field personnel and contractors.
- Conduct distribution system pressure and cathodic protection studies.
- Make and maintain external contacts to assure that materials, supplies and information are available as needed and that information is exchanged with external sources, agencies and local utilities on line locations and planned projects.
- Prepare economic justification (concise, factual and conclusive statements of the purpose, merits and necessity) for each project proposed to assist management with evaluation of capital investment. This includes budget items and completion reports for specific construction projects.
- Review completed work orders and cost data to assure conformance with plans and acceptability of construction charges. Update estimated unit prices as needed.
- Assist in evaluation of system operations and troubleshoots problems.
Education Description
- Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Civil or other approved engineering discipline from an accredited college or university.
Experience
- No prior experience required.
We want you to know
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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.
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: 02/06/2024
Posting End Date: 02/26/2024
Posting Start Date: 02/06/2024
Posting End Date: 02/26/2024
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.
Nearest Major Market: Shreveport
