Electrical Distribution Project Design Lead

American Electric Power; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 116,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Fort Wayne, IN seeks an experienced engineer to lead design and supervision of distribution projects. You will manage capital budgets, coordinate with contractors, and ensure engineering standards and regulatory reporting are met.

The role emphasizes customer-focused execution, outage restoration support, and collaboration with planning engineers, area managers, and other units to deliver safe, reliable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in engineering from ABET-accredited institution; PE license preferred.
• 3 years' experience in the design of power system electrical distribution facilities or 5 years' experience in distribution operations, construction, and/or maintenance.
• Professional Engineer license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise distribution project design support and design engineers/technicians on projects.
• Oversee design work for capital budgets and other projects.
• Provide project management oversight and coordination of outside contractors.
• Standardize engineering practices and liaise between field engineers on unit compatibility and standards.
• Ensure regulatory reporting and compliance.
• Assist with timely outage restoration during major events under Incident Command Structure.

Skills

Power system design

Project supervision

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory reporting

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

PE license preferred

Job description

American Electric Power in Fort Wayne, IN seeks an experienced engineer to lead design and supervision of distribution projects. You will manage capital budgets, coordinate with contractors, and ensure engineering standards and regulatory reporting are met.

The role emphasizes customer-focused execution, outage restoration support, and collaboration with planning engineers, area managers, and other units to deliver safe, reliable energy solutions.