Electrical Engineer, Metering

AES Corporation; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Corporation in Kentucky seeks an Electrical Engineer to support metering initiatives and lead technical projects. You will collaborate with internal teams and meter manufacturers to drive improvements in metering systems and processes.

Responsibilities include budgeting, contract review, and developing metering standards; you will contribute to product training and annual planning, leveraging AMR/AMI infrastructure and MV90/MDM platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited college and/or university. Study emphasis in power is preferred.
• 1–3 years related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead metering initiatives and provide technical leadership for initiatives within metering.
• Manage projects including evaluating bid proposals, material needs, delivery coordination, and budgeting.
• Provide guidance on AMR/AMI infrastructure, MDM, MV90, and metering.
• Prepare and review contracts, standards, and budgets for capital and O&M.
• Collaborate with internal teams and meter manufacturers to troubleshoot issues.
• Develop and implement annual plans to improve performance and effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Multitasking

Data analysis

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

MV90

MDM

AMR/AMI

Job description

Electrical Engineer

Area: Metering

Manager: Kyle Williams

Role Responsibilities

• 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.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance, but not limited to, computer systems, network environments, AMR and AMI infrastructure, MDM, MV90 and metering.
• Prepare and/or review contracts, standards, and budgets for both capital and O&M.
• Participate in a variety of meetings to provide technical guidance, background, and assistance.
• Work with meter manufacturers on development and troubleshooting issues.
• Remain 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.
• 1-3 years related experience preferred.

Skills & 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. 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.