Planner II

AES • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

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, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide. We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. 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 more sustainable future, we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of generating station electrical maintenance experience is preferred. Other planning experience will be considered.
• Working knowledge of industry work management best practices.
• Self-motivated individual with a positive attitude.
• Strong interpersonal, technical, financial and estimating/planning skills.
• Strong computer skills required and experience with Microsoft Office.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Must be able to quickly adapt to changing business needs.
• Effective organizational skills with commitment to deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to learn/teach.
• Willingness to work in a union environment.
• Able to support a 24 x 7 operation.

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience preferred.
• Experience using EAP, SAP and scheduling software applications preferred.
• Project management certification and/or bachelor’s degree in engineering or technology from an accredited college/university.

Responsibilities

• Developing work plans and procuring resources that facilitate efficient and cost effective execution of routine maintenance, outage work, and specific projects.
• Applying work management best practices to area of responsibility.
• Effectively using CMMS/EAP, purchasing, and financial software to meet work management process requirements.
• Developing appropriate job steps based on familiarity with maintenance repair processes.
• Selecting and procuring materials and resources necessary to execute work plans and projects.
• Performing job hazard analyses for mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks and providing appropriate permits (LOTO, hot work, confined space, etc.) for execution of work.
• Reviewing and analyzing maintenance histories to facilitate process improvements and make work plans more productive or cost effective.
• Preparing routine maintenance reports.
• Developing and preparing information for resource loaded maintenance schedules.
• Leading work request review meetings and effectively communicating across plant departments.

Benefits

• AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion.
• Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
• E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level