Transmission Planning Engineer/Engineer Technologist

American Electric Power • New Albany, OH

4d • $74,551 - $128,688 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing intermediate level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives. Please Note: This position will be in-office 5 days a week (New Albany, OH) What You'll Do: Technical Expertise: Ability to understand and perform load flow analysis, short circuit and other planning studies as needs arise. In this role, familiarity with tools such as PSS/E, TARA and Aspen are a plus. The selected candidate will be frequently evaluating new end user connections to the Transmission grid (load and generation) and develop creative solutions to interconnect these requests. In addition, the candidate will also conduct area wide studies to assess necessary system improvements to address any reliability deficiencies. In a Transmission Planning role, the candidate will also have an opportunity to learn about other disciplines and how they fit in the big picture Leadership & Guidance: As a Transmission Planner, you will coordinate, facilitate and engage several activities such as project engagement, project kick-offs and other tasks as they arise. Performs routine planning activities with minimum direction from higher-level employees. Follows policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and those regulations and procedures required by external agencies. Provides training and guidance to lower-level employees as needed. Elevates issues to higher-level employees/leaders as appropriate. Planning & Organization Ability: Coordinates the submission of needs and solutions to PJM for their assigned area of responsibility. Tracks assigned tasks including project progress, customer RFIs etc. and operates within the established due dates. Problem Solving & Initiative: Resolves and initiates solutions to routine problems which usually require additional definition/clarification before analysis can begin. Demonstrates ability to identify problems that are beyond the normal routine. Demonstrates ability and desire to seek out opportunities and embrace new ideas and approaches. Communication: Ideal candidate needs to be comfortable communicating with teams of other disciplines and with developing presentations to other teams/stakeholders. Presentations could be their own projects, studies or reports. With time and experience, expectations are the candidate will be able to communicate effectively and comfortably with his peers and conduct clear and concise presentations. Interpersonal Skills: Is an active team member. Networks with peers inside and outside the AEP system. Identifies key stakeholders. Uses informal network to get things done. Resolves conflict, builds consensus. Decision Making: Makes decisions subject to review within established standards, policies and procedures. Makes decisions that affect the work of the team. Aware of risks. Demonstrates the ability to extrapolate beyond known facts to reach logical conclusions. Business Awareness & Characteristics: Understands AEP's organizational structure and the specific role and responsibility of their individual organizational unit. Demonstrates an understanding of the budgeting and approval process. Is proficient in the application and use of economic analysis techniques in problem solving. Develops an understanding of utility regulation and financing.

Requirements

• Engineer SG6 Has typically acquired 2 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET. Individuals with a Master's degree in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
• Engineer Technologist SG6 This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering technology in a program accredited by ABET. A degree in engineering technology is the preferred degree: however, engineering degrees will also be considered. ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. Acceptable alternative: Bachelor's degree in engineering technology (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering technology from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
• Engineer/Engineer Technologist SG7 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 degree in engineering from a program accredited by ABET . Individuals with a PhD in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
• Engineer Senior SG8 Has typically acquired 6 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; or 4 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET
• Engineer Technologist Senior SG8 Has typically acquired 6 or more years of related experience in work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering technology principles; Bachelor's degree in engineering technology in a program accredited by ABET. A degree in engineering technology is the preferred degree: however, engineering degrees will also be considered. ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. Acceptable alternative: Bachelor's degree in engineering technology (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering technology from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.

Nice To Haves

• familiarity with tools such as PSS/E, TARA and Aspen are a plus.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ability to understand and perform load flow analysis, short circuit and other planning studies as needs arise.
• Frequently evaluating new end user connections to the Transmission grid (load and generation) and develop creative solutions to interconnect these requests.
• Conduct area wide studies to assess necessary system improvements to address any reliability deficiencies.
• Coordinate, facilitate and engage several activities such as project engagement, project kick-offs and other tasks as they arise.
• Performs routine planning activities with minimum direction from higher-level employees.
• Follows policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and those regulations and procedures required by external agencies.
• Provides training and guidance to lower-level employees as needed.
• Elevates issues to higher-level employees/leaders as appropriate.
• Coordinates the submission of needs and solutions to PJM for their assigned area of responsibility.
• Tracks assigned tasks including project progress, customer RFIs etc. and operates within the established due dates.
• Resolves and initiates solutions to routine problems which usually require additional definition/clarification before analysis can begin.
• Demonstrates ability to identify problems that are beyond the normal routine.
• Demonstrates ability and desire to seek out opportunities and embrace new ideas and approaches.
• Ideal candidate needs to be comfortable communicating with teams of other disciplines and with developing presentations to other teams/stakeholders.
• Is an active team member.
• Networks with peers inside and outside the AEP system.
• Identifies key stakeholders.
• Uses informal network to get things done.
• Resolves conflict, builds consensus.
• Makes decisions subject to review within established standards, policies and procedures.
• Makes decisions that affect the work of the team.
• Aware of risks.
• Demonstrates the ability to extrapolate beyond known facts to reach logical conclusions.
• Understands AEP's organizational structure and the specific role and responsibility of their individual organizational unit.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the budgeting and approval process.
• Is proficient in the application and use of economic analysis techniques in problem solving.
• Develops an understanding of utility regulation and financing.

Benefits

• In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

What This Job Offers

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