Engineer Assc - Engineer Prin (Transmission Planning)

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Ability to understand and perform load flow analysis, Congestion analysis, short circuit and other planning studies as needs arise.
• Familiarity with tools such as PSS/E, PROMOD, TARA and Aspen are a plus.
• Partake in competitive transmission windows as well as partake in congestion analysis for generation acquisition.
• Conduct area wide studies to assess necessary system improvements to address any reliability deficiencies.
• Learn about other disciplines as well as the 4 RTO’s in which AEP operates.
• Perform investigative efforts into problem areas and communicate findings to the wider team and management.
• 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.
• Be heavily detail oriented and be a fastidious note taker.
• Resolve and initiate solutions to routine problems which usually require additional definition/clarification before analysis can begin.
• Identify problems that are beyond the normal routine.
• Seek out opportunities and embrace new ideas and approaches.
• Communicate with teams of other disciplines and develop presentations to other teams/stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively and comfortably with peers and conduct clear and concise presentations.
• Network with peers inside and outside the AEP system, identify key stakeholders, and use informal networks to get things done.
• Resolve conflict, build consensus.
• Makes decisions subject to review within established standards, policies and procedures.
• Understands AEP's organizational structure and the specific role and responsibility of their individual organizational unit.
• Understands 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

• Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement.
• The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Engineer Assc level with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Engineers.
• Engineer Assc(Grade 6): Salary Range- $84,000
• This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*; Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.
• Engineer(Grade 7): Has typically acquired a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET* along with two or more years of related engineering experience.
• 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.
• Individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
• Engineer Sr (Grade 8): 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*; 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.
• Engineer Prin(Grade 9): Has typically acquired 8 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*; or 6 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's 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.

Qualifications

• Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement.
• The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Engineer Assc level with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Engineers.
• Engineer Assc(Grade 6): Salary Range- $84,000
• This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*; Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.
• Engineer(Grade 7): Has typically acquired a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET* along with two or more years of related engineering experience.
• 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.
• Individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
• Engineer Sr (Grade 8): 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*; 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.
• Engineer Prin(Grade 9): Has typically acquired 8 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*; or 6 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's 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.

Skills

• Ability to understand and perform load flow analysis, Congestion analysis, short circuit and other planning studies as needs arise.
• Familiarity with tools such as PSS/E, PROMOD, TARA and Aspen are a plus.
• Competitive transmission windows.
• Conduct area wide studies to assess necessary system improvements to address any reliability deficiencies.
• Investigate problem areas and communicate findings to the wider team and management.
• Follow policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and those regulations and procedures required by external agencies.
• Provide training and guidance to lower-level employees as needed.
• Elevate issues to higher-level employees/leaders as appropriate.
• Detail-oriented and meticulous note-taking skills.
• Problem-solving and initiative.
• Effective communication with teams of other disciplines and developing presentations to other teams/stakeholders.
• Interpersonal skills, including networking with peers inside and outside the AEP system, identifying key stakeholders, using informal networks to get things done, resolving conflict, building consensus, and conducting clear and concise presentations.
• Decision-making, including making decisions subject to review within established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Business awareness and characteristics, including understanding AEP's organizational structure and the specific role and responsibility of their individual organizational unit, understanding the budgeting and approval process, and proficiency in the application and use of economic analysis techniques in problem solving.
• Understanding of utility regulation and financing.

Benefits

AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees. This includes:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health insurance plans
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plans
• Employee development and training programs
• Flexible work arrangements
• Work-life balance initiatives
• Employee assistance programs
• Discounts on products and services
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities

Pay

• Engineer Assc: $84,000
• Engineer: $86,000 - $105,000
• Engineer Sr: $98,993- $124,940
• Engineer Prin : $116,255-$145,000
• Engineer Staff: $145k- 160k

Schedule

On-Site in our Corpus Christi, or Tulsa, location.