Electrical Engineer/Engineering Technologist

American Electric Power•New Albany, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing entry level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives. What you’ll do: Technical Expertise: Possesses entry-level knowledge and experience in the application of theory to solve well-defined problems or provide analysis, with guidance from higher-level engineers. Assists higher-level engineers in handling well-defined portions of more complex problems and analyses. Exhibits fundamental understanding of standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment. Gains familiarity with standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment. Gains familiarity with pertinent equipment, materials, systems and business processes. Possesses fundamental knowledge of how a power system works. Understands generation, transmission, and distribution. Possesses some knowledge of protection systems and understands how protections systems impact the power system. Knowledge of SCADA and state estimation tools. Leadership & Guidance: Coordinates work activities of others as required to resolve routine engineering tasks. Demonstrates working knowledge of appropriate policies and procedures; however, activities are generally monitored by higher-level employees to ensure work is performed in accordance with established guidelines. Performs work activities as assigned and coached by higher-level employees. Demonstrates ability to work with others in both supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary. Demonstrates willingness and capabilities to assume leadership roles. Planning & Organization Ability : Provides input to routine project planning documents related to scheduling and understands the use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities. Monitors project status and recommend action accordingly. Prepares cost estimates using established standards. Develops understanding of the workflow for routine engineering projects. Accomplishes work according to plans and schedules established by higher-level employees. Problem Solving & Initiative: Actively seeks out information and understanding of engineering problems and solution techniques applicable to area of responsibility. Applies basic techniques to perform analysis associated with the resolution of routine technical problems. Uses initiative in looking for opportunities and presenting new ideas and new approaches. Be able to provide support during real-time situations. Communication: Assists and participates in the preparation of reports and technical papers. Assimilates information and instructions readily. Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing and presents ideas clearly. Listens to and understands instructions, and requests clarification as required. Interpersonal Skills: Begins networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation. Understands the agendas and perspectives of others. Develops effective give-and-take relationship. Demonstrates the ability to be a team player. Relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner. Decision Making: Knows which decisions they are authorized to make. Develops decision-making skills under guidance of higher-level employees and makes routine decisions subject to review and contributes to team decision-making. Business Awareness & Characteristics: Demonstrates an attitude and desire to listen to and satisfy both internal and external customers who use and depend upon their organizational unit's work. Applies economic analysis techniques in problem solving. Pursues effective ways to protect and enhance the environment while providing reliable electricity at a competitive cost. Active participation in professional and business organizations is encouraged. Develops an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the department.

Requirements

Entry-level knowledge and experience in the application of theory to solve well-defined problems or provide analysis, with guidance from higher-level engineers.
Fundamental understanding of standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment.
Fundamental knowledge of how a power system works.
Understanding of generation, transmission, and distribution.
Some knowledge of protection systems and understanding how protections systems impact the power system.
Knowledge of SCADA and state estimation tools.
Working knowledge of appropriate policies and procedures.
Ability to work with others in both supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary.
Understanding of the use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities.
Understanding of the workflow for routine engineering projects.
Ability to provide support during real-time situations.
Assimilates information and instructions readily.
Listens to and understands instructions, and requests clarification as required.
Understands the agendas and perspectives of others.
Demonstrates the ability to be a team player.
Relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.
Knows which decisions they are authorized to make.
Attitude and desire to listen to and satisfy both internal and external customers.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET.
Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.
Knowledge of power system including substation equipment and protective relaying devices.
Two (2) or more years of related engineering experience (for SG7).
Master’s degree in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET (for SG7 entry).
Knowledge of power flow and simulations (for SG7).
Familiarity with contingency analysis and identifying solutions to contingencies (for SG7).
Four (4) or more years of related engineering experience along with a bachelor’s degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET (for SG8).
Two (2) years of related engineering experience along with a master’s degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET (for SG8).
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred (for SG8).
Experience using power flow simulations and state estimation tools (for SG8).
Eight (8) or more years of related engineering experience along with a bachelor’s degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET (for SG9).
Six (6) years of related engineering experience along with a master’s or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET (for SG9).
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is preferred for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP (for SG9).
Acceptable Alternative: Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a master’s degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited bachelor’s program (for SG9).
Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards (for SG9).
Individuals with a bachelor’s degree in engineering technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.
Electrical Engineers preferred for this role.

Nice To Haves

Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE).
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is preferred for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP.
Active participation in professional and business organizations is encouraged.
Develops an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the department.

Responsibilities

Performing entry level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge.
Assisting higher-level engineers in handling well-defined portions of more complex problems and analyses.
Coordinating work activities of others as required to resolve routine engineering tasks.
Performing work activities as assigned and coached by higher-level employees.
Providing input to routine project planning documents related to scheduling.
Monitoring project status and recommending action accordingly.
Preparing cost estimates using established standards.
Actively seeking out information and understanding of engineering problems and solution techniques applicable to area of responsibility.
Applying basic techniques to perform analysis associated with the resolution of routine technical problems.
Using initiative in looking for opportunities and presenting new ideas and new approaches.
Providing support during real-time situations.
Assisting and participating in the preparation of reports and technical papers.
Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing and presenting ideas clearly.
Networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation.
Making routine decisions subject to review and contributing to team decision-making.
Applying economic analysis techniques in problem solving.
Pursuing effective ways to protect and enhance the environment while providing reliable electricity at a competitive cost.