Mechanical Engineer Senior - Principal

American Electric Power•Columbus, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineer Senior is responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing complex engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives. The Mechanical Engineer Principal 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. They influence the direction of thinking throughout the organizational unit as a recognized authority in an area of expertise. They 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. They identify, clarify, resolve, and initiate solutions to complex problems that require multi-functional, or organizational, interfacing and/or multi-disciplined analytical techniques. They develop opportunities and new ideas and approaches that have system-wide impact. They 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 project credibility and competence on technical issues and have highly developed presentation skills. They build teams and networks that extend through AEP, and other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia. They network throughout AEP, other companies, professional organizations, and regulatory agencies. They possess the experience and knowledge to make some technical decisions based on calculated risks without management review. They make decisions affecting long range plans and goals based on analysis of highly uncertain input and outcomes. They visualize long-term results. They make decisions where differences of opinion are likely to exist. They make decisions that have an impact across organizational boundaries. They demonstrate vision in identifying business opportunities for the organizational unit. They understand how strategies and decisions impact the relationship with our customers and suppliers.

Requirements

Has typically acquired four (4) or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET OR Two (2) years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred.
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 is: 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.
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
Degree in Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred.
Has typically acquired eight (8) or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET OR Six (6) years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET
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.
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 is: 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.
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
Degree in Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Exhibits journey level proficiency plus advanced knowledge that enables the engineer to serve as a leader within the assigned organization.
Keeps abreast of new products, developments, technologies, procedures, and equipment.
Understands and analyzes interrelationships between systems and component equipment.
Interprets codes and regulations and develops standards relevant to the area of assignment.
Provides guidance and exercises judgment and discretion in providing training, guidance and/or direction to other Engineers.
Leads, facilitates, and coordinates work activities of others within the work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company as required to perform all routine engineering work.
Ensures all work activities are performed in accordance with the policies, practices, standards, and rules of the company and comply with the regulations and procedures required by external agencies.
Promotes engineering professionalism and standards.
Coordinates and conducts training sessions.
Identifies, clarifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to routine and/or complex problems that sometimes involve analysis of inadequate or conflicting data.
Demonstrates the ability to divide problems into component steps.
Consistently looks for and develops opportunities and presents new ideas and approaches.
Coordinates the work of other engineers in an efficient and effective manner.
Review or prepares reports on complex technical subjects clearly, concisely, and effectively, in a manner suitable for presentation to management, professional societies, regulatory bodies, etc.
Leads and facilitates meetings effectively.
Possess collaborative and consensus building skills.
Functions as a team leader and member.
Networks upward and downward in several disciplines inside and outside the AEP system.
Leverage network to get things done.
Makes decisions affecting plans and goals based on analysis of uncertain input and outcomes.
Use diverse approaches to make decisions in the absence of a definite framework or where few precedents exist.
Can handle conflicting interests related to approaches on projects or studies.
Analyzes options and risks and possesses the experience and knowledge to assess the risk of decisions and act accordingly.
Makes decisions that affect the operations or results of the department and may have some impact on a major project.
Exhibits an awareness of AEP's competitive position and how business decisions impact their organizational unit.
Understands the specific goals and objectives of their individual organizational unit and is proficient in establishing measurable goals and objectives.
Effectively manages project budgets using cost management techniques and understands how their decisions and recommendations impact AEP's expenses and revenues.
Demonstrates an awareness of profit incentives, optimizing growth of customers' businesses and using our services to attract new business.