Eng Del System Operator Assc - Sr at American Electric Power

Corpus Christi, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Utilities, Electric PowerIndustries

Requirements

Two-year technical degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field (entry-level), OR High School diploma and 2 years experience in a position demonstrating ability to operate a power system
Not required but preferred: 1-2 years experience in substation operation, protective relaying, or distribution dispatching
Valid state driver's license
Must pass System Operator/Power Dispatching (SO/PD) test
Ability to work under pressure during critical system conditions and handle diverse situations simultaneously
Ability to analyze information and communicate instructions clearly and concisely
Ability to work a twelve-hour uninterrupted rotating shift schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to work outside normal Dispatching Center hours and report timely to worksite due to emergency events
Ability to handle some travel and exposure to hazardous situations

Responsibilities

Assist in monitoring and regulating system voltage levels, real and reactive power flows for the transmission system at all voltage levels, per AEP SCC directives
Support real-time operation of the AEP transmission system in collaboration with AEP SCC and neighboring utilities
Aid in real-time operation of distribution equipment within the station fence, coordinating with regional distribution dispatch centers
Prepare basic switching orders outlining steps and safety tagging for equipment removal from service for maintenance, repair, or construction
Assist in directing switching operations during emergency conditions to quickly and safely restore equipment and customers to service
Maintain a log of events and transactions related to operation of facilities and equipment
Observe and assist in operating the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System and associated functions
Monitor operation of metering and communications facilities, reporting malfunctions to appropriate personnel
Monitor weather information systems for severe weather and notify appropriate personnel
Acknowledge and input records of station entry and exit activity
Receive, record, and maintain logs of operating conditions
Monitor system voltages, transformer/line/equipment loadings, and apply corrective action with AEP SCC when parameters deviate from ratings/limits
Coordinate transmission system operation with Reliability Coordinator (AEP SCC), Distribution Dispatching Centers/Authorities, and Transmission Control Centers/Authorities (internal/external)
Arrange, approve, and direct routine and emergency switching/tagging for equipment removal/restoration during maintenance, repair, replacement, and construction