Electrical Distribution Design Lead - Customer-Centric Engineer

American Electric Power Co.; Benton Harbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking an experienced Electrical Distribution Engineer to lead the Distribution Design group, overseeing technical activities, designing work orders, estimating materials, and maintaining accurate distribution maps.

The role requires a Bachelor's in electrical engineering or related discipline with 5+ years in distribution facilities design, or an associate’s with 7 years, or a high school diploma with 9 years, with a strong customer-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related discipline with 5+ years in distribution facilities design.
• Associate's degree in electrical/electronic technology with 7 years in distribution facilities design.
• High school diploma with 9 years in distribution facilities design.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to establish a high-performing engineering design team.
• Foster involvement with employees to develop methods and approaches.
• Maintain customer-focused attitude and understand customer expectations.
• Monitor design, materials and work progress to control costs and ensure codes and schedules are met.
• Coordinate with other departments to maintain accurate maps of the distribution system.
• Develop employee skills and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical engineering knowledge

Project coordination

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Associate’s degree in electrical/electronic technology

High school diploma or GED

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking an experienced Electrical Distribution Engineer to lead the Distribution Design group, overseeing technical activities, designing work orders, estimating materials, and maintaining accurate distribution maps.

The role requires a Bachelor's in electrical engineering or related discipline with 5+ years in distribution facilities design, or an associate’s with 7 years, or a high school diploma with 9 years, with a strong customer-focused mindset.