Engineer, WPAFB

AES US•Dayton, OH

24d

About The Position

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries , AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work , you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas. AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 , we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering
5-10 years experience in engineering or operations
English language required
Background Investigation by AES and DCSA required
Professional Engineering License preferred or Subject-Matter-Expert

Nice To Haves

Utility and/or Power Systems experience.
Team player
Strong analytical skills, leadership, and communication skills
Proficient presentation skills, diplomacy and facilitation skills covering large and small group forums ranging from technical to non-technical audiences.
Highly motivated self-starter with the ability and willingness to take initiative
Strong understanding of electrical engineering concepts such as reliability, load flow, stability, short circuit, voltage regulation, transients, power factor, losses, etc.

Responsibilities

Directs, coordinates, and executes technical investigations, engineering economics studies, operating studies, designs, tests, long range plans, forecasts, cost estimates, computations, inspections, inventories, and reports as may be required for the completion of assignments
Responsible for planning all activities to ensure the safe, reliable and economic operation of the Company’s electric transmission and distribution system located at WPAFB.
Manage all maintenance activities at WPAFB.
Manage all engineering functions for WPAFB.
Directs AES management and union employees working at WPAFB.
Manage response and restoration efforts due to equipment failures at WPAFB.
Develop annual 5-year capital budget plan for WPAFB including resiliency initiatives.
Supplier/vendor management for capital and O&M projects
Coordinate planned outages with base personnel and AES Ohio including developing switching plans for planned and forced outages.
Manage customer interface with WPAFB for new constructions and or equipment removal.
Counsels’ customer regarding Company technical and commercial policies and the application of designs and equipment of high complexity.
Keeps informed on the latest developments and techniques pertaining to electrical overhead and underground distribution systems.
Serves as a professional representative of the Company, as assigned