Standards Engineer

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We are currently seeking an engineer to build and apply construction and design standards that result in the most cost effective and reliable transmission and distribution system. The individual in this position will develop and maintain construction standards and specifications for the transmission and distribution system at both AES Indiana and AES Ohio.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Create standards and identify new materials to design, construct, and maintain a quality system
• Develop and maintain construction specifications.
• Identify requirements for new standards, draft the standards and manage their development and implementation
• Research and prepare major material purchase specifications for equipment
• Research and evaluate new products
• Review equipment and material failures and implement necessary corrective measures
• Develop, publish, and distribute construction specifications to ensure all system construction will meet strength and clearance requirements and to minimize costs while meeting standards and codes
• Interprets and applies applicable codes and regulations
• Perform, document, and publish equipment ratings
• Assist others by developing, compiling, and providing technical data
• Update and manage databases as required
• Prepare or support incident investigations, equipment failure analyses and reliability studies

Required Talents, Skills, Expertise, Education

• BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering
• Experience in electric distribution, transmission or substation engineering in a utility focused environment preferred
• Knowledge of and ability to apply the requirements of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and the National Electric Code (NEC).*
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel between AES Ohio and AES Indiana as needed
• Job location is in Dayton or Indiana with flexible work arrangements possible

Competences

• Able to apply basic engineering principles and theory
• Assess and recommend solutions for routine projects
• Familiarity with electric transmission and distribution grid
• Effective written and oral communications
• Good presentation skills and ability to lead meetings
• Prioritize, plan, and perform assigned work in an organized manner
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Safety comes first at AES. To protect the health and safety of our people, customers, communities and partners, and to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, AES requires all newly-hired people or current AES people applying for U.S.-based role(s), to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be willing to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by their date of hire. Except where prohibited by law or not specifically covered in a collective bargaining agreement, new hires and transfers will be required to provide proof of vaccination during onboarding and periodically thereafter. This policy will comply with all applicable laws and is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local health authorities, as applicable.