Transmission Planning Engineer Associate

Job Summary

Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing entry level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.

About the Role

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.

Responsibilities

• Ability to understand and perform load flow analysis, short circuit and other planning studies as needs arise.
• Ability to evaluate 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.
• Tracks assigned tasks including project progress, customer RFIs etc. and operates within the established due dates.
• 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 and demonstrate ability to seek out opportunities and embrace new ideas and approaches.
• Communicate with teams of other disciplines and develop presentations to other teams/stakeholders.
• Make decisions subject to review within established standards, policies and procedures.
• Understand AEP's organizational structure and the specific role and responsibility of their individual organizational unit.

Requirements

• Engineer Associate SG6
• Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*
• Minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Associate level, with increased educational, skill, experience requirements for the higher level Engineer.

Skills

• Understanding of AEP's organizational structure and the specific role and responsibility of their individual organizational unit.
• Proficiency in the application and use of economic analysis techniques in problem solving.
• Developing an 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. Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement.

Pay

Base Salary from $74,551-$109,544/year.

Schedule

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.