Distribution Designer: Engineer - Engineer Sr at American Electric Power

Corpus Christi, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Utilities, Electric PowerIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program (for Engineer Grade 7)
Two or more years of related engineering experience or completion of a qualified student co-op/internship program (for Engineer Grade 7)
Master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program may allow entry at Engineer Grade 7 level
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program plus 4 or more years of related engineering experience (for Engineer Sr. Grade 8)

Responsibilities

Perform intermediate level engineering work activities and projects using engineering knowledge safely, effectively, efficiently, and economically
Apply theory and analytical techniques to solve diverse problems and complete extensive analysis of moderate complexity
Demonstrate competency in analytical techniques, understanding interrelationships between systems and equipment, and recommend business process enhancements
Coordinate work activities of others within work group, department, or corporate entity to complete routine activities
Perform routine engineering activities with minimum direction from higher-level employees, following company policies, standards, rules, and external regulations
Provide training and guidance to lower-level employees
Coordinate development of input for forecasting costs on routine projects and improvements; use scheduling techniques (e.g., CPM, PERT, flow charts) for budgeting and planning
Initiate corrective action when project objectives are not met
Resolve and initiate solutions to routine problems, identifying issues beyond normal routine and seeking new opportunities
Develop, review, or present technical reports (e.g., improvement requisitions, studies, analyses) clearly and concisely
Act as an active team member, network with peers inside and outside the organization, identify stakeholders, resolve conflicts, and build consensus
Make decisions subject to review within policies and procedures, affecting team work, while aware of risks and extrapolating beyond known facts
Understand AEP's organizational structure, budgeting/approval processes, economic analysis techniques, utility regulation, and financing

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Distribution DesignEngineering AnalysisCPM SchedulingPERTProject PlanningCost ForecastingBusiness Process EnhancementTechnical Expertise

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for this Distribution Designer Engineer position?

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Is this Distribution Designer Engineer role remote or does it require office presence?

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What skills are required for the Engineer or Senior Engineer level in this role?

The role requires intermediate level engineering knowledge, proficiency in analytical techniques to solve diverse problems, ability to understand interrelationships between systems and equipment, and competency in coordinating work activities and providing training to lower-level employees.

What is the company culture like for this engineering position at American Electric Power?

The culture emphasizes teamwork, networking with peers inside and outside the company, building consensus, resolving conflicts, and following company policies, practices, standards, and external regulations.

What makes a strong candidate for this Distribution Designer Engineer role?

Strong candidates demonstrate intermediate engineering expertise, leadership in coordinating teams and providing guidance, problem-solving initiative beyond routine issues, effective communication of technical reports, and business awareness with decision-making within policies.