Instrumentation & Controls Engineer Senior/New Generation

American Electric Power•Columbus, OH

6d•$98,993 - $128,688•Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumentation and Controls Engineer will support gas, coal, and renewable plant retrofit projects, as well as new generation self-build projects, by defining design basis expectations and supporting the technical specification, engineering, and design of equipment and associated Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) systems. This work will be conducted in collaboration with Architect & Engineering (AE) or Engineer, Procure and Construct (EPC) firms. This role requires interaction with numerous stakeholder groups both within and outside of the company to ensure that operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) systems meet the design basis. Additionally, the engineer will support the construction of retrofit and/or new build projects to ensure successful implementation. A key responsibility of this position involves engaging with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) throughout the RFx processes. The engineer will utilize EPC and technical equipment specifications, maintained by the Engineering Services team, to support our self-build proposal process.

Requirements

Solid grasp of control theory, including PID, adaptive, and model predictive control.
Ability to interpret and create technical documentation (e.g., System Descriptions, SAMA logic diagrams, P&IDs, schematics).
Understanding of cybersecurity principles for control systems.
Data analysis skills to monitor and enhance system performance.
Strong communication skills for team collaboration.
Has 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 or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET.
Individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience with servers, thin clients, network equipment, and computer-based instrumentation is a plus.
Proficiency in MS Access, Excel, Word, SQL, SharePoint, or Visual Basic is a plus.
Familiarity with CEMS, renewable energy systems (solar, battery, wind), or regulatory compliance is advantageous.
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.
Confirmation is preferred 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

Responsibilities

Collaborate with AE and EPC firms to define and implement design basis expectations for I&C systems.
Ensure OT and IT systems meet design requirements and incorporate industry best practices.
Manage the Operational Technology (OT) Network and associated devices for seamless system integration and communication.
Implement cybersecurity best practices to safeguard control systems from threats.
Facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders to align project goals.
Engage with OEMs during RFx processes to ensure compliance with technical specifications
Support the creation of plant retrofit and new generation equipment and AE/EPC services scope documents and subsequent self-build proposals.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop safe, reliable, and compliant control strategies.
Support the development and review of technical specifications, EPC specifications, and designs.
Support the construction of retrofit and/or new build projects to ensure successful implementation.
Assist in managing technology evolution and addressing obsolescence concerns.