Electrical Engineer (Distribution Planning)

Responsibilities

• Lead power-flow, stability, reliability, performance, generation interconnection, and facility addition studies of the AES Ohio distribution system. Lead engineer for specific geographic planning area.
• Lead distribution model building activities.
• Direct system modeling activities and participate in developing strategies, business rules, planning standards, and operating protocols.
• Lead distribution project development with engineers in System Operations, field crews, Engineering, and Asset Management in performing analyses and providing technical support in planning and operational environments.
• Manage technical projects having significant impact on the design, engineering, and operation of the distribution system.
• Conducts distribution system analyses to determine the requirements of the system and ensure its continued reliable operation.
• Present distribution expansion projects to internal stakeholders for review.
• Manage relationships and coordinate work of external engineers. business consultants, and vendors. Define work scope for specific engagements. Manage efforts and assess performance.
• Work with AES Ohio Leadership to draft long-term distribution strategy and policy plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university required, preferably with an emphasis in power systems.
• Team player
• Strong analytical skills, leadership, and communication skills.
• Proficient presentation skills, diplomacy and facilitation skills covering large and small group forums ranging from technical to non-technical audiences at all levels of corporate hierarchy.
• Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Pursuit of Professional Engineer (P.E.) license also preferred.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and influencing skills at all levels of the organization
• Two (2) or more years of distribution planning or similar experience with an understanding of power flow modeling preferred
• Track record of leading and managing teams and delivering against tight deadlines in fast-paced and demanding environments.
• Highly motivated self-starter with the ability and willingness to take initiative and champion process improvement
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering concepts such as reliability, load flow, stability, short circuit, voltage regulation, transients, power factor, losses, etc.

Additional Information

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 (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries , AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work , you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas. AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 , we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization. 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 cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

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