Senior Electrical Test Engineer

AES Corporation; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Corporation is seeking a Senior Electrical Test Engineer to lead complex testing projects, provide technical leadership, and mentor staff. The role emphasizes on-site supervision, safety, and adherence to standards across substation equipment and protective relays.

The position requires a four-year Electrical Engineering degree and seven to ten years of related experience, with PE license preferred. Dayton-based role with opportunities to influence major systems.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Seven to ten years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Union experience and proven project management skills.
• Professional Engineering License preferred or subject‑matter expertise.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site oversight for projects with emphasis on safety, quality, and adherence to procedures.
• Lead and mentor Test Department staff; support field substation, transformer, and relay testing activities.
• Develop guides, training materials, and best practices for test equipment and processes.
• Assist with evaluating equipment status, maintenance planning, and contractor worksite supervision.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project management

Union experience

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About AES Corporation

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 U.S. 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 and named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026.

We’re not just building a more sustainable future; we’re powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy.

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Test Engineer to join our team in Dayton.

Role Summary

Under direct or general supervision, you will be responsible for complex assignments involving planning, investigations, surveys, equipment, and operating problem resolution. You will use extensive knowledge of engineering principles to devise new approaches, coordinate detailed phases of major projects, and oversee and manage complex projects. You will also engage in project management, employee development, and training, providing independent engineering judgments and technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Technician training and development
  • Assess employee skill levels across all job functions and identify development opportunities.
  • Set up training for all equipment and testing related to substation entry, transformers, breakers, reclosers, CCVT’s, RTU’s, capacitors, regulators, MOABS, batteries, and all protective relaying systems.
  • Prepare training for test equipment/processes such as relay testing/commissioning, power factor testing, recloser testing, contact resistance testing, phasing, ground grid testing, DGA/oil sampling, meggering, hi-pot testing, carrier/TTR testing, soil resistivity testing, SFRA, and trip testing.
  • Work independently in the lab with employees as needed.
• Provide training or support for the Test Department supervision or other departments as required.
• Provide on‑site oversight for projects, ensuring high quality work, proper procedures, and policies are followed while offering technical and supervisory support.
• Provide field storm support for the distribution and transmission system, including substation response, scouting outage/damage calls, and managing circuit restoration.
• Offer on‑site technical and supervisory support for severe emergencies, outages, and other extenuating circumstances (mobile installation, transformer lockouts, equipment failures, etc.).
• Offer on‑site technical support for mobile substation installs, trip testing, transformer testing, troubleshooting, test equipment troubleshooting, or any other technical support need.
• Introduce, promote, and encourage Human Performance Concepts and Practices.
• Develop guides and training aids for all Test Department related equipment and processes.
• Evaluate new equipment or procedures to improve safety, efficiency, and productivity; monitor current industry practices, trends, and procedures.
• Provide on‑site technical support and consultation for substation projects completed by contractors; periodically visit job sites to ensure contractors follow best practices and standards.
• Assist with analyzing all test results and data; prioritize results and make recommendations on next steps.
• Determine timeframes for repairs or replacements for non‑critical or emergency equipment conditions.
• Recommend long‑term maintenance plans for aging or deteriorated equipment; identify trends and equipment deterioration.
• Evaluate equipment status and remaining life, suggesting and recommending replacement or repair.
• Assist with transformer factory field visits, quality control inspections, and factory test witnessing.
• Assist with the progression testing of employees in the Test Department.
• Serve as a professional representative of the Company, as assigned.
• Direct the preparation of applicable computer software.

Qualifications

• Four‑Year College Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Seven to ten years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Union experience and proven project management skills with the ability to lead and work in a team environment.
• Professional Engineering License preferred or Subject‑Matter Expertise.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building strength and delivering long‑term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, 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.