Fault Analysis Engineer Senior/Engineer Technologist Senior at American Electric Power

New Albany, Ohio, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Electric Power, UtilitiesIndustries

Journey level proficiency plus advanced knowledge of different Protection and Controls schemes, such as line protections, transformer protections, generator, and bus protections
Journey level understanding of Protection and Control design concepts, such as line protections, transformer protections, generator, and bus protection (AEP specific designs preferred)
Ability to review oscillography and sequential event records to determine causes of operations
Ability to troubleshoot issues with relay settings
Ability to identify, clarify, resolve, and initiate solutions to routine and/or complex problems, sometimes involving analysis of inadequate or conflicting data
Proficiency in scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities
Strong communication skills: develops, reviews, or prepares reports on complex technical subjects clearly and concisely; leads and facilitates meetings effectively
Collaborative and consensus building skills; functions as a team leader and member; networks across disciplines inside and outside the company
Decision-making ability based on analysis of uncertain input and outcomes, handling conflicting interests, assessing risks, and impacting department operations or major projects
Education, experience, and relevant skills commensurate with Senior/Engineer Technologist Senior level

Identifying root causes of system failures or malfunctions by examining data, conducting investigations, and utilizing analytical techniques to pinpoint protective relay issues on the Bulk Electric System
Providing guidance and exercising judgment in directing other Engineers; leading, facilitating, and coordinating work activities of others within the work group, team, department, or external entities
Ensuring all work activities comply with company policies, practices, standards, rules, and external regulations; promoting engineering professionalism and standards
Coordinating and conducting training sessions
Participating in the development of plans by establishing measurable goals, objectives, and requirements; coordinating input for projected project costs
Identifying and initiating appropriate corrective action when objectives are not being met
Consistently looking for and developing opportunities; presenting new ideas and approaches
Coordinating the work of other engineers efficiently and effectively
Making decisions affecting plans, goals, department operations, or major projects based on diverse approaches and risk assessment