Electrical/ I&C Engineer (Associate - Principal)

American Electric Power•Bridgman, MI

3d•$74,551 - $151,132•Onsite

About The Position

This position is in Maintenance Engineering on the Engineering Fix It Now (EFIN) team. EFIN responds to plant needs that are required to maintain the plant including activities in the Work Week process, outage support and preparation milestones, and emergent plant needs. EFIN engineers provide engineering support and analysis to interfacing organizations including planning, maintenance, and operations. Respond to Evaluation Requests for work that requires engineering resources or subject matter expertise in the assistance of Planning, Maintenance, or Operations. EFIN also supports investigations and troubleshooting activities, including Failure Investigations and Issue Resolution Teams. EFIN engineers are trained and qualified in development of Engineering Changes (modifications), calculation development and review, design verification, and 50.59 screenings. Systems, electrical systems and components, and instrumentation and controls are needed. Work in-person is required to support collaboration within the section and to closely interface with the departments supported. EFIN support on nights and weekends will occasionally be necessary during failure investigations and outages. Refueling outages will require shift coverage as well.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by the ABET.
Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.
A 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.
4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET.
2 years of related engineering experience along with a Master’s degree in engineering from a program accredited by ABET.
Individuals with a PhD in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
6 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited ABET.
4 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET.
8 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET.
6 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET.
Must establish and maintain a permanent residence within a 45-minute safe drive time to the D.C. Cook Nuclear Power Plant.

Nice To Haves

Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.
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 required for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP.
Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a non-ABET accredited program.
VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with an Non-ABET accredited program.

Responsibilities

Performing engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.
Provide engineering support and analysis to interfacing organizations including planning, maintenance, and operations.
Respond to Evaluation Requests for work that requires engineering resources or subject matter expertise in the assistance of Planning, Maintenance, or Operations.
Support investigations and troubleshooting activities, including Failure Investigations and Issue Resolution Teams.
Development of Engineering Changes (modifications), calculation development and review, design verification, and 50.59 screenings.
Provide 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.
Monitor project status and recommend action accordingly.
Prepare cost estimates using established standards.
Develop understanding of the workflow for routine engineering projects.
Accomplish work according to plans and schedules established by higher-level employees.
Actively seek out information and understanding of engineering problems and solution techniques applicable to area of responsibility.
Apply basic techniques to perform analysis associated with the resolution of routine technical problems.
Use initiative in looking for opportunities and presenting new ideas and new approaches.
Assist and participate in the preparation of reports and technical papers.
Assimilate information and instructions readily.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and present ideas clearly.
Listen to and understand instructions, and request clarification as required.
Begin networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation.
Understand the agendas and perspectives of others.
Develop effective give-and-take relationships.
Demonstrate the ability to be a team player.
Relate to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.
Know which decisions they are authorized to make.
Develop decision-making skills under guidance of higher-level employees and make routine decisions subject to review and contribute to team decision-making.
Demonstrate an attitude and desire to listen to and satisfy both internal and external customers who use and depend upon their organizational unit's work.
Apply economic analysis techniques in problem solving.
Pursue 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.
Develop an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the department.