Senior Plant Engineer — Lead Projects & Solutions

American Electric Power Co.; Oregon (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. is seeking an advance engineer responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing advance engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.

This position is posted in a range; Pay, title and grade will be based on the qualifications of the individual selected.

Responsibilities

• Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing advance engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.
• What You'll Do: Technical Expertise: Possesses knowledge and experience in the application of theory to solve well-defined problems or provide analysis, with guidance from higher-level engineers.
• Assists higher-level engineers in handling well-defined portions of more complex problems and analyses.
• Exhibits fundamental understanding of standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment.
• Gains familiarity with standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment.
• Gains familiarity with pertinent equipment, materials, systems and business processes.
• Leadership & Guidance: Coordinates work activities of others as required to resolve routine engineering tasks.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of appropriate policies and procedures; however, activities are generally monitored by higher-level employees to ensure work is performed in accordance with established guidelines.
• Performs work activities as assigned and coached by higher-level employees.
• Demonstrates ability to work with others in both supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary.
• Demonstrates willingness and capabilities to assume leadership roles.
• Planning & Organization Ability: Provides input to routine project planning documents related to scheduling and understands the use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities.
• Monitors project status and recommend action accordingly.
• Prepares cost estimates using established standards.
• Develops understanding of the workflow for routine engineering projects.
• Accomplishes work according to plans and schedules established by higher-level employees.
• Problem Solving & Initiative: Actively seeks out information and understanding of engineering problems

Job description

American Electric Power Co. is seeking an advance engineer responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing advance engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.

This position is posted in a range; Pay, title and grade will be based on the qualifications of the individual selected.