Managing Director Generation Plant Engineering

Indiana Michigan Power Company; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 189,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

401K match

AEP Pension

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Indiana Michigan Power Company seeks a Managing Director, Generation Plant Engineering, to lead technical direction across the generation fleet and coordinate with AEP central engineering for standards and best practices. You will drive modernization, safety, and optimization initiatives while guiding plant-level engineering and operations teams.

The role requires 12+ years in power generation engineering with 4+ years in leadership, plus a PE license preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Professional Engineer license or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 12 years of progressive engineering experience in power generation.
• At least 4 years of leadership or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction for the generation organization and coordinate with AEP central engineering.
• Direct plant-level engineering activities and provide support to Plant Managers.
• Ensure compliance with design standards and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies and modernization initiatives.
• Develop annual work plans, capital projects, and asset health reporting.
• Promote safety, quality, and continuous improvement across facilities.
• Recruit and develop engineering talent; manage contractor/vendor work.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Technical engineering leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Change leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer license preferred

Job description

Job Posting End Date08-20-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.Job SummaryThe Managing Director, Generation Plant Engineering, is responsible for working with I&M Generation Leadership and plant operations teams to provide technical direction and oversight of all plant level engineering matters across the company’s generation fleet. This role works closely with AEP’s central engineering organization to ensure all AEP engineering standards, design basis, best practices, and technical requirements are implemented at I&M’s generation sites. This position also works closely with plant operations to provide training and oversight to operations staff, engage in troubleshooting operational issues, lead root cause analysis, and coordinate third party technical support. This leadership position also emphasizes continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, and the integration of new technologies to enhance performance and efficiency across all generation assets.Job DescriptionWhat You'll Do:Strategic LeadershipActively participate on I&M Generation Leadership team in the development and implementation of the technical vision and strategic direction for the generation organization.Serve as I&M’s primary lead for communication and coordination with AEP’s central engineering team on technical strategic plan and new technologies.Establish long-term strategies along with near-term goals, action plans, and performance objectives.Engineering OversightDirect and oversee plant level engineering activities across I&M’s generation facilities.Provide timely engineering and technical support to Plant Managers and coordinate activities with AEP central engineering and/or third-party technical support as necessary.Actively engage with operations teams and engineering support to ensure alignment with project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.Standards & ComplianceEnsure operations staff at each I&M facility is property trained and operates I&M generation facilities in accordance with engineering design standards and guidelines consistent with industry regulations and company requirements.Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.Technology & InnovationWork with AEP central engineering and I&M Generation Leadership to evaluate, select, and implement new technologies, equipment, and vendor solutions to improve performance and reduce cost.Drive modernization and digital transformation initiatives within I&M’s generation portfolio.Planning & BudgetingWork with Plant Managers in the development of annual work plans, capital projects, and resource forecasts.Lead the development and coordination of Asset Health Reports for I&M generation assets and develop long-term investment plans to support safe and reliable operations.Operational ExcellenceWork with I&M Generation Leadership team and Plant Managers to promote and enforce robust safety, health, and environmental programs at I&M Generation facilities.Work with Plant Managers to ensure strong quality control processes and continuous improvement practices are in place.Talent ManagementParticipate in recruiting, developing, and retaining a high-performing plant engineering workforce.Develop and implement training programs that increase the engineering and technical skills of I&M’s workforce,Contractor & Vendor ManagementWork with AEP central engineering and procurement to ensure proper technical specifications, scopes of work, and quality control processes are in place for contractors and vendors performing work on I&M generation facilities.Ensure accountability, cost effectiveness, and service quality of all third-party engineering and technical firms used to perform work on I&M generation assets.What We're Looking For:Education:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field(Master’s degree preferred).Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification is preferredExperience:Minimum of 12 years of progressive engineering experience within power generation.At least 4 years of leadership or management experience.Key CompetenciesStrategic and business leadershipTechnical expertise in generation systems (e.g., fossil, renewables, or multi-technology fleets)Financial and operational acumenChange leadership and innovation mindsetTalent development and team leadershipCross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagementWork EnvironmentOffice-based with travel up to 25% to generation facilities.Involves work in industrial environments, including exposure to standard plant conditions.Where You'll Work:On-Site in Indianapolis, IN, Fort Wayne, IN or Rockport, INWhat You'll Get:Base salaryAnnual bonusLong-term incentive401K matchAEP PensionComprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!Compensation DataCompensation Grade:SP20-012Compensation Range:$188,524.00 - $245,080.00The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. 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