Real-Time Reliability Engineer, DER-Enabled Grid Operations

American Electric Power; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 88,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in New Albany, Ohio, seeks a Distribution System Operations Real-Time Reliability Engineer to join a DER-enabled grid initiative. You will analyze DER impacts, coordinate with DDC/SCC, and develop operational guidance for real-time reliability.

The role covers DERMS, ADMS, FLISR, Volt/VAR optimization, and grid modernization, with travel for training, and opportunities to advance planning and resilience.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree with 2+ years of related experience.
• Master's degree may be considered for entry.
• Bachelor's in Engineering Technology acceptable with PE license.

Responsibilities

• Perform studies to evaluate DER/DERA impacts on reliability and grid performance.
• Develop planning models, forecasts, and contingency analyses for DER integration.
• Identify DER-related constraints and propose mitigation for operational risks.
• Provide engineering support to DDC/SCC and other stakeholders on DER conditions and planned work.

Skills

DER knowledge

DERA experience

VPP familiarity

SCADA

DERMS/ADMS

Volt/VAR optimization

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Master's or PhD in engineering

PE license encouraged

Tools

SCADA

DERMS

ADMS

Job description

American Electric Power in New Albany, Ohio, seeks a Distribution System Operations Real-Time Reliability Engineer to join a DER-enabled grid initiative. You will analyze DER impacts, coordinate with DDC/SCC, and develop operational guidance for real-time reliability.

The role covers DERMS, ADMS, FLISR, Volt/VAR optimization, and grid modernization, with travel for training, and opportunities to advance planning and resilience.