Pre-NTP Electrical Engineer

AES Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Indiana is developing multiple generation projects to meet data center-driven demand, including a ~650 MW CCGT plant with a strong possibility of a second unit, online by 2033/2034. The Pre-NTP Electrical Engineer will manage electrical design development within the Generation Development Team, shaping technical specs and EPC contracts.

The role offers growth toward electrical engineering management or a Project Engineering Manager path, with responsibilities spanning feasibility studies to

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level electrical engineering degree required or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5–10 years' electrical design/construction experience in power generation projects.
• Experience with large CCGT and conventional generation projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Safety Leadership in all project aspects.
• Develop electrical design for projects and Technical Specifications; coordinate EPC contracts.
• Review and select major electrical equipment (transformers, switchgear, etc).
• Review HV, MV, and LV systems for compliance.
• Coordinate with T&D interconnection to align design.
• Develop and review specifications with Owner's Engineers and SMEs.
• Ensure electrical design meets operational standards for AES Indiana.

Skills

Proven experience in technical design

Construction experience for generation

Reading project schedules

Exceptional written and oral comms

Electrical codes and standards

Education

Electrical engineering degree

BS or equivalent in engineering

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.

AES Indiana is in the process of developing and building several generation projects to meet increasing demand driven by data center growth in the service area of AES Indiana. The immediate focus will be the technical development of at least one CCGT power plant of approximately 650 MW with a second CCGT a strong possibility. There will be several other generation projects that will also be developed to bridge the growth of demand until the first CCGT comes online in 2033/2034.

The Pre-NTP Electrical Engineer will be responsible for managing the development of the electrical design of the projects. The duties will include working within Generation Development Team for the development of the Technical Specifications and the EPC Contracts for the projects while employing the technical expertise of Owner's Engineers and other consultants to assist. These development responsibilities will span from initial Feasibility Studies and technology selection to development and signature of the EPC Contracts. This role could develop into an electrical engineering management or Project Engineering Manager role for the execution of the projects also.

Responsibilities

• Provide Safety Leadership in all aspects of the Project.
• Be responsible for the development of the electrical design for the projects including:
• the review and selection of major electrical equipment (transformers, switchgear, etc)
• review of High Voltage, Medium Voltage, and Low Voltage Systems
• Manage the integration with T&D (Interconnection) departments to ensure alignment with the overall project electrical design.
• Develop, review and collaborate with Owner's Engineers and other SMEs on the electrical design details in the Technical Specifications
• Review of the electrical design for operational consistency and standards within AES Indiana.

Studies and Experience

• Electrical engineering degree. BS or equivalent degree in engineering or other relevant technical area required.
• Proven experience in technical design (with operational experience is preferred) including the design of large CCGT and other generation projects.
• Ideal candidate has construction and commissioning experience for conventional generation (fossil fuel) projects
• Experience in reading and understanding project schedules and project schedule principles
• Minimum of 5-10 years' electrical design and/or construction experience
• Demonstrate exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in applicable electrical codes and standards for large power generation projects

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.