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Distribution Operations Manager roles involve overseeing supply chain logistics, warehouse systems, and team coordination across large-scale distribution networks. These positions typically require a degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, or business. OPT students with STEM degrees may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, significantly expanding their authorized work window.
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Get Access To All JobsDate: Nov 6, 2026
Location: Mountain View, Arkansas, United States
Company: Entergy
Work Place Flexibility: Onsite
Legal Entity: Entergy Arkansas, LLC
This position can be filled as a Distribution Designer I, II, III, or Sr depending upon the candidate’s experience.
JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Responsible for meeting with customers to determine electric needs and requirements. Design jobs to install, replace, or remove distribution facilities to support customer requests, reliability projects, or infrastructure improvement.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Primary responsibility will be to manage multiple distribution projects for new residential and commercial businesses. Includes meeting with customers to determine their service needs, design of overhead and underground line extensions, estimating costs, preparing construction drawings and coordinate construction commits.
- Coordinate and lead pre-design and pre-construction meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
- Perform engineering calculations to aid in planning and corrective measure projects (i.e., load studies, revenue justification, fault current, voltage drop, etc.).
- Provide leadership and technical support to local operations and contract compliance with regards to distribution design standards and practices to provide seamless service to customers and external constituents.
- Aid local Right of Way agent with acquiring permits and ROW documents.
- Assist with storm restoration efforts as needed both local and out of town leading and/or participating in damage assessment activities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Designer I
Requires one of the following –
a. Bachelor’s degree (any discipline) OR
b. 2-year Technical Associates degree OR
c. 1-year Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience OR
d. > 2 years of Electric Utility field operational experience (Transmission Line or Substation, Distribution Line or Service, Field Metering) OR
Department Sr. Manager’s (or above) approval in lieu of all requirements
Designer II
Requires 2 years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience AND one of the following –
a. Bachelor’s degree (any discipline) OR
b. 2-year Technical Associates degree OR
c. 2 additional years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience OR
d. > 2 years of Electric Utility field operational experience (Transmission Line or Substation, Distribution Line or Service, Field Metering) OR
Department Sr. Manager’s (or above) approval in lieu of all requirements
Designer III
Requires 4 years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience AND one of the following –
a. Bachelor’s degree (any discipline) OR
b. 2-year Technical Associates degree OR
c. 2 additional years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience OR
d. > 2 years of Electric Utility field operational experience (Transmission Line or Substation, Distribution Line or Service, Field Metering) OR
Department Sr. Manager’s (or above) approval in lieu of all requirements
Designer Sr
Requires 6 years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience AND one of the following –
a. Bachelor’s degree (any discipline) OR
b. 2-year Technical Associates degree OR
c. 2 additional years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience OR
d. > 2 years of Electric Utility field operational experience (Transmission Line or Substation, Distribution Line or Service, Field Metering) OR
Department Sr. Manager’s (or above) approval in lieu of all requirements
Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position
Good interpersonal skills along with strong written and oral communication skills. Good knowledge of personal computer operations and related software. Basic theory of electricity. Ability to interpret construction drawings. Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities. Ability to work well under pressure. Self-motivated and dependable team player. Good math skills. Familiar with National Electrical Safety Code and National Electrical Code. Required to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures. Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and mitigate the hazards. Ability to maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets. Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service. Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base. Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement.
Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position
Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.
Primary Location: Arkansas - Mountain View Arkansas : Mountain View
Job Function: Corporate
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 125567
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEO page, or see statements below.
EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.
Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
Entergy Pay Transparency Policy Statement: The Entergy System of Companies (the Company) will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). Equal Opportunity and Pay Transparency.
Pay Transparency Notice:
The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact HRCompliance@entergy.com to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
Job Segment: Transmission Line, Distribution, Compliance, Business Process, Electrical, Energy, Operations, Legal, Management, Engineering
Date: Nov 6, 2026
Location: Mountain View, Arkansas, United States
Company: Entergy
Work Place Flexibility: Onsite
Legal Entity: Entergy Arkansas, LLC
This position can be filled as a Distribution Designer I, II, III, or Sr depending upon the candidate’s experience.
JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Responsible for meeting with customers to determine electric needs and requirements. Design jobs to install, replace, or remove distribution facilities to support customer requests, reliability projects, or infrastructure improvement.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Primary responsibility will be to manage multiple distribution projects for new residential and commercial businesses. Includes meeting with customers to determine their service needs, design of overhead and underground line extensions, estimating costs, preparing construction drawings and coordinate construction commits.
- Coordinate and lead pre-design and pre-construction meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
- Perform engineering calculations to aid in planning and corrective measure projects (i.e., load studies, revenue justification, fault current, voltage drop, etc.).
- Provide leadership and technical support to local operations and contract compliance with regards to distribution design standards and practices to provide seamless service to customers and external constituents.
- Aid local Right of Way agent with acquiring permits and ROW documents.
- Assist with storm restoration efforts as needed both local and out of town leading and/or participating in damage assessment activities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Designer I
Requires one of the following –
a. Bachelor’s degree (any discipline) OR
b. 2-year Technical Associates degree OR
c. 1-year Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience OR
d. > 2 years of Electric Utility field operational experience (Transmission Line or Substation, Distribution Line or Service, Field Metering) OR
Department Sr. Manager’s (or above) approval in lieu of all requirements
Designer II
Requires 2 years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience AND one of the following –
a. Bachelor’s degree (any discipline) OR
b. 2-year Technical Associates degree OR
c. 2 additional years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience OR
d. > 2 years of Electric Utility field operational experience (Transmission Line or Substation, Distribution Line or Service, Field Metering) OR
Department Sr. Manager’s (or above) approval in lieu of all requirements
Designer III
Requires 4 years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience AND one of the following –
a. Bachelor’s degree (any discipline) OR
b. 2-year Technical Associates degree OR
c. 2 additional years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience OR
d. > 2 years of Electric Utility field operational experience (Transmission Line or Substation, Distribution Line or Service, Field Metering) OR
Department Sr. Manager’s (or above) approval in lieu of all requirements
Designer Sr
Requires 6 years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience AND one of the following –
a. Bachelor’s degree (any discipline) OR
b. 2-year Technical Associates degree OR
c. 2 additional years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience OR
d. > 2 years of Electric Utility field operational experience (Transmission Line or Substation, Distribution Line or Service, Field Metering) OR
Department Sr. Manager’s (or above) approval in lieu of all requirements
Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position
Good interpersonal skills along with strong written and oral communication skills. Good knowledge of personal computer operations and related software. Basic theory of electricity. Ability to interpret construction drawings. Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities. Ability to work well under pressure. Self-motivated and dependable team player. Good math skills. Familiar with National Electrical Safety Code and National Electrical Code. Required to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures. Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and mitigate the hazards. Ability to maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets. Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service. Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base. Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement.
Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position
Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.
Primary Location: Arkansas - Mountain View Arkansas : Mountain View
Job Function: Corporate
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 125567
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEO page, or see statements below.
EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.
Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
Entergy Pay Transparency Policy Statement: The Entergy System of Companies (the Company) will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). Equal Opportunity and Pay Transparency.
Pay Transparency Notice:
The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact HRCompliance@entergy.com to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
Job Segment: Transmission Line, Distribution, Compliance, Business Process, Electrical, Energy, Operations, Legal, Management, Engineering
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Distribution Operations Manager
Highlight supply chain software proficiency
Employers hiring Distribution Operations Managers look for hands-on experience with WMS, ERP, and inventory platforms. Listing specific systems you've used makes your application stand out and signals you can contribute without a lengthy onboarding period.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Distribution roles often involve long ramp-up periods. Let employers know your exact OPT end date and whether you qualify for the STEM extension. Transparency early prevents misunderstandings and helps hiring managers plan around your authorization window.
Target employers with established H-1B sponsorship history
Large logistics companies, retailers, and third-party logistics providers file H-1B visa petitions regularly. Focusing your search on employers with a documented sponsorship track record improves your odds of securing long-term employment beyond your OPT period.
Quantify your operational impact in your resume
Distribution Operations Managers are evaluated on measurable outcomes. Include metrics like throughput improvements, cost reductions, or error rate decreases from past roles or projects. Concrete numbers demonstrate the value you bring to complex logistics environments.
Pursue a STEM-eligible degree path where possible
Industrial engineering, supply chain management, and operations research typically qualify as STEM fields. Graduating from a STEM-designated program gives you access to 36 months of total OPT work authorization, giving employers more runway to sponsor your visa.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly distribution roles
Not all job boards filter by visa sponsorship willingness. Migrate Mate is built specifically for OPT students, so you can focus your search on Distribution Operations Manager roles at employers open to supporting international candidates through the sponsorship process.
Distribution Operations Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Distribution Operations Manager on OPT?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your degree field. A Distribution Operations Manager position typically qualifies if your degree is in supply chain management, industrial engineering, business, or a related field. Your employer does not need to file anything with USCIS during standard OPT, but the job must align with your course of study as reported to your DSO.
Do Distribution Operations Manager jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
They can, depending on your degree. If your bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree is in a STEM-designated field such as industrial engineering, operations research, or supply chain management, and your employer is E-Verify enrolled, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Check the Department of Homeland Security STEM designation list and confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO.
Will distribution and logistics companies sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Many large employers in distribution and logistics do sponsor H-1B visas, particularly for operations management roles that require specialized education. Companies running national or global supply chains, including major retailers and third-party logistics providers, regularly file H-1B petitions. Smaller regional distributors are less consistent. Researching an employer's past H-1B filing history before accepting an offer is worthwhile. Migrate Mate highlights OPT-friendly employers to help you identify better sponsorship prospects.
What counts as a qualifying job for OPT in this field?
USCIS does not publish a fixed list of qualifying roles. The standard is that the position must be directly related to your major area of study. For Distribution Operations Manager roles, a degree in supply chain management, logistics, industrial engineering, or business administration generally satisfies this requirement. Your DSO can help you assess whether a specific offer letter and job description align with your degree program before you begin work.
How many hours can I work as a Distribution Operations Manager on OPT?
During your OPT validity period, you must work at least 20 hours per week to maintain valid status. Distribution Operations Manager roles are almost always full-time positions, which satisfies this requirement comfortably. During the 60-day grace period after your OPT expires or after leaving an employer, you are not authorized to work. Plan your transition timeline carefully to avoid unauthorized employment gaps.