Engineer - Engineer Sr (Protection and Controls Engineer)

American Electric Power•New Albany, OH

2d•$87,633 - $128,689•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible to the assigned manager 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. This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The role exhibits advanced level proficiency plus advanced knowledge of a specialized technical area that enables the engineer to serve as a resource for the company in an area such as system production, underground systems, extensive control systems, thermo-hydraulic control systems, distribution standards, fossil or nuclear plant operations, etc. The engineer will influence the direction of thinking throughout the organizational unit as a recognized authority in an area of expertise. They will lead, facilitate and coordinate work activities of others within work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company and assume the role of project or function manager for assigned tasks. The engineer will develop, recommend, and implement plans that include all scheduling, resource, and cost information and control required to address complex engineering problems that require the input and efforts of a wide array of entities both internal and external to the company. They will identify, clarify, resolve, and initiate solutions to complex problems that require multi-functional, or organizational, interfacing and/or multi-disciplined analytical techniques. The engineer will develop opportunities and new ideas and approaches that have system-wide impact. They will lead in the preparation and presentation of complex technical subjects, clearly, concisely, and persuasively, bringing in ancillary issues before senior management, professional organizations, regulatory bodies, etc. They will project credibility and competence on technical issues and have highly developed presentation skills. The engineer will build teams and networks that extend through AEP, and other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia. They will network throughout AEP, other companies, professional organizations, and regulatory agencies. The engineer will possess the experience and knowledge to make some technical decisions based on calculated risks without management review. They will make decisions affecting long range plans and goals based on analysis of highly uncertain input and outcomes, and visualize long-term results. They will make decisions where differences of opinion are likely to exist, and decisions that have an impact across organizational boundaries. The engineer will demonstrate vision in identifying business opportunities for the organizational unit and understand how strategies and decisions impact the relationship with customers and suppliers.

Requirements

For Engineer (Grade 7): Typically acquired a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET along with two or more years of related engineering experience.
For Engineer (Grade 7): Individuals with a Master's degree in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
For Engineer Sr. (Grade 08): Typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; or 2 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET.
ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Acceptable alternative is: (1) 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.
VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with an Non ABET accredited program.

Nice To Haves

Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred.
Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

Responsibilities

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.
Exhibiting advanced level proficiency plus advanced knowledge of a specialized technical area that enables the engineer to serve as a resource for the company in an area such as system production, underground systems, extensive control systems, thermo-hydraulic control systems, distribution standards, fossil or nuclear plant operations, etc.
Influencing the direction of thinking throughout the organizational unit as a recognized authority in an area of expertise.
Leading, facilitating and coordinating work activities of others within work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company and assuming the role of project or function manager for assigned tasks.
Developing, recommending, and implementing plans that include all scheduling, resource, and cost information and control required to address complex engineering problems that require the input and efforts of a wide array of entities both internal and external to the company.
Identifying, clarifying, resolving, and initiating solutions to complex problems that require multi-functional, or organizational, interfacing and/or multi-disciplined analytical techniques.
Developing opportunities and new ideas and approaches that have system-wide impact.
Leading in the preparation and presentation of complex technical subjects, clearly, concisely, and persuasively, bringing in ancillary issues before senior management, professional organizations, regulatory bodies, etc.
Building teams and networks that extend through AEP, and other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia.
Making some technical decisions based on calculated risks without management review.
Making decisions affecting long range plans and goals based on analysis of highly uncertain input and outcomes.
Making decisions where differences of opinion are likely to exist.
Making decisions that have an impact across organizational boundaries.
Demonstrating vision in identifying business opportunities for the organizational unit.
Understanding how strategies and decisions impact the relationship with our customers and suppliers.