Engineer Assc- Engineer ( Station Engineer)

American Electric Power•New Albany, OH

9d•$74,551 - $109,543

About The Position

The Station Engineer performs intermediate-level engineering work activities and projects under the direction of an assigned supervisor. The role applies engineering knowledge to accomplish objectives safely, effectively, efficiently, and economically. This posting covers multiple grade levels and offers opportunities for advancement; the stated minimum qualifications apply to the entry level, with higher-level positions requiring increased education, skills, or experience. The engineer applies theory and analytical techniques to varied assignments, analyzes systems and component equipment, and recommends business process enhancements. The role coordinates routine engineering activities, provides guidance and training to lower-level employees, helps plan and forecast project costs, and uses scheduling techniques to support budgets and projects. It also addresses routine problems, prepares and presents technical reports, works with stakeholders and peers, and makes decisions within established policies and procedures. AEP describes its mission as putting customers first and delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package intended to support employees’ overall well-being.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Entry-level position intended for new graduates.
Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future Professional Engineer licensing is encouraged and preferred.

Nice To Haves

Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future Professional Engineer licensing.

Responsibilities

Perform engineering work activities and projects under an assigned supervisor, applying engineering knowledge to achieve objectives safely, effectively, efficiently, and economically.
Apply engineering theory and analytical techniques to solve problems and complete analyses of moderate complexity.
Understand relationships between systems and component equipment and recommend business process enhancements.
Coordinate work activities within the work group, department, or other corporate entity to complete routine activities.
Perform routine engineering work with minimum direction from higher-level employees while following company policies, practices, standards, and applicable external regulations and procedures.
Provide training and guidance to lower-level employees.
Coordinate development of cost forecasts for routine projects and improvement requisitions.
Use scheduling techniques such as CPM, PERT, and flow charts for budgeting and planning.
Initiate corrective action when project objectives are not being met.
Resolve routine problems, identify issues beyond normal routine work, and pursue opportunities and new approaches.
Develop, review, or present clear and effective technical reports, improvement requisitions, studies, and analyses.
Participate as an active team member, network with peers and stakeholders, resolve conflict, and build consensus.
Make decisions within established policies and procedures, considering risks and impacts on team work.
Apply economic analysis techniques in problem solving and develop understanding of utility regulation and financing.