Distribution Modeling & Analysis Engineer-Senior

American Electric Power•New Albany, OH

3d•$87,633 - $128,688•Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Modeling and Analysis department is seeking a team member to lead data governance and reporting activities related to distribution system and distributed energy resource (DER) data. The role supports the growing need for accurate, reliable, and effective data reporting as distribution planning criteria evolve and DER penetration increases. The position performs engineering work and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge to accomplish assigned objectives safely, effectively, efficiently, and economically. It applies analytical techniques to assignments of moderate complexity, analyzes and recommends business process enhancements, and coordinates work and routine engineering activities with minimal direction from higher-level employees. The role works with business units, subject matter experts, planning and operations teams, operating companies, and Information Technology to improve data governance, data quality, analysis, and reporting. The position also supports organizational capability through training, documentation, and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

Strong understanding of programming concepts and database structures.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency writing SQL queries to research, analyze, and validate data.
For Engineer Senior SG8: typically at least four years of related engineering experience and a bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or two years of related engineering experience with a master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
An acceptable alternative for the Engineer Senior SG8 education requirement is a bachelor's degree in non-ABET-accredited engineering plus a master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering from a university with an ABET-accredited bachelor's program.
Ability to apply engineering theory and analytical techniques to solve diverse problems and complete extensive analysis.
Ability to understand interrelationships between systems and component equipment and to analyze and recommend business process enhancements.
Ability to coordinate routine engineering activities with minimal direction, follow company policies and applicable external regulations and procedures, and recognize risks when making decisions.
Electrical, computer, system engineering, or related-field degree preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data governance, data quality, and the electric utility industry.
Experience with Python, SAS, Collibra, and Power BI.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico; Puerto Rico licensure must align with NCEES standards.
For Engineer SG7, a bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program and at least two years of related engineering experience; a master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program may qualify an individual for entry at this level.
For Engineer SG7, a bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology with a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license may satisfy the degree requirement.
For Engineer SG7, an acceptable alternative is a non-ABET engineering bachelor's degree plus a master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering from a university with an ABET-accredited bachelor's program.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and continuously improve data governance frameworks, standards, and processes to support changing business and regulatory requirements.
Build and maintain an understanding of distribution system and DER data sources, related systems, and interactions between those systems.
Develop and maintain SQL queries, scripts, dashboards, and reports for data analysis, reporting needs, and internal and external stakeholder requests.
Partner with business units and subject matter experts to identify, investigate, and resolve distribution system and DER data quality issues.
Lead initiatives to enhance, automate, and scale data quality monitoring, data governance, and reporting capabilities.
Develop and deliver training, documentation, and knowledge-sharing resources to promote effective use of data analytics and reporting tools.
Collaborate with Distribution Planning, Transmission Planning, Distribution Operations, Operating Company, and Information Technology teams on data governance, reporting, and data quality initiatives.
Coordinate work activities and project inputs, prioritize deliverables, forecast needs, and initiate corrective action when project objectives are not being met.
Prepare, review, or present clear and effective technical reports, studies, analyses, and improvement requisitions.
Identify stakeholders, collaborate with peers, resolve conflict, build consensus, and make decisions within established policies and procedures.