Electrical Engineer, Metering

The AES Corporation; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The AES Corporation, a leading US-based global power company, is hiring an Electrical Engineer in the Metering area. The role focuses on research, analysis, and technical project leadership for metering initiatives, AMR/AMI infrastructure, and budgeting.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with power emphasis, plus 2 years in power utility metering or 4 years in the power utility sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; power emphasis preferred.
• 2 years of experience in Power Utility Metering or 4 years in Power Utility Industry.
• Ability to lead people and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and teamwork across organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide research, analysis, and technical project leadership for metering initiatives.
• Manage projects including evaluating bids, budgeting, and material coordination.
• Support AMR/AMI infrastructure and metering software development and testing.
• Develop and implement metering standards and annual improvement plans.
• Collaborate with internal teams and meter manufacturers to resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multi-tasking

Data analysis

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Power emphasis

Tools

AMR/AMI systems

MV90

MDM

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.

AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.

We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.

Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry.

If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it.

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Area: Metering

Manager: Kyle Williams

The nature of the role will include:

• Provide research, analysis, recommendations, and technical project leadership for, initiatives and activities within metering.
• Perform project management which may include evaluating bid proposals, assessing material needs, coordinating the delivery of applicable materials and budgeting.
• Providing technical assistance and guidance, but not limited to, computer systems, network environments, AMR and AMI Infrastructure, MDM, MV90 and metering.
• Prepares and/or reviews contracts, standards, and budgets for both capital and O&M.
• Participates in a variety of meetings to provide technical guidance, background, and assistance.
• Work with meter manufacturers on development & troubleshooting issues
• Remains current with all metering systems.
• Effectively collaborate with internal teams to deliver on expectations.
• Work with the metering team on budgeting for both O&M and capital.
• Develop and implement new metering standards.
• Assist with metering programs, software product specifications, development, testing and training.
• Participate in and contribute to product training.
• Develop and implement annual plans to improve performance and effectiveness.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited college and/or university. Study emphasis in power is preferred
• 2 years experience within Power Utility Metering or 4 years within Power Utility Industry

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to lead people and get results through others. Ability to develop and motivate a team. Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with all levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to function independently in a multi-task environment, as well as part of a team
• Demonstrated proficiency with general computer operation and Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated ability to think ahead and plan over a short and long-term focus
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and make sound business decisions.
• Supports Diversity and Resolving Conflict

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.

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