Station Engineer/Engineering Technologist -Associate - Transmission System Operations Engineeri[...]

Jaguar Expo Inc; Salem (OH); On-site; USD 84,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jaguar Expo Inc. is seeking a Station Engineer within the Transmission System Operations Engineering (TSOE) group. This role supports compliance with NERC and industry standards for configuration changes to the transmission grid, including field verification of planned and unplanned work.

You will contribute to root-cause analyses, system ratings accuracy, and cross-functional coordination, while guiding engineers and advancing process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Passing the FE examination is encouraged for future PE licensure.
• Relevant professional licensure or progress toward PE is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits journey level proficiency and acts as a leader within the organization.
• Guide and direct other engineers; coordinate work activities and training.
• Develop plans with measurable goals and manage project inputs and schedules.
• Identify, analyze and resolve problems; propose improvements and new ideas.
• Communicate complex technical subjects clearly to management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate across disciplines; build consensus and networks to get things done.
• Make decisions considering risks, data, and business impact; balance competing interests.
• Demonstrate awareness of business context and budget implications for projects.

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing intermediate level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.

Job Description

This position is for the role of a Station Engineer within the Transmission System Operations Engineering (TSOE) organization. The role entails supporting the activities necessary to ensure compliance to applicable NERC and industry standards related to configuration changes to the transmission grid. Expected activities include but are not limited to:

• Providing engineering support to Transmission Field Services personnel in the final commissioning and verification of planned and unplanned work on the transmission grid.
• Reviewing upcoming system outages for applicable configuration changes.
• Reviewing engineering drawings and project information to ensure that systems of record align with as-built system condition.
• Performing Root Cause analysis on identified system of record discrepancies to identify process improvements opportunities and ensure accurate facility ratings.

What you\'ll do:

• Technical Expertise: Exhibits journey level proficiency plus advanced knowledge that enables the engineer to serve as a leader within the assigned organization. Keeps abreast of new products, developments, technologies, procedures and equipment. Understands and analyzes interrelationships between systems and component equipment. Interprets codes and regulations, and develops standards relevant to the area of assignment.
• Leadership & Guidance: Provides guidance and exercises judgment and discretion in providing guidance and direction to other Engineers. Leads, facilitates and coordinates work activities of others within the work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company as required to perform all routine engineering work. Ensures all work activities are performed in accordance with the policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and complies with the regulations and procedures required by external agencies. Promotes engineering professionalism and standards. Coordinates and conducts training sessions.
• Planning & Organization Ability: Participates in the development of plans by establishing measurable goals, objectives and requirements for specific areas of responsibility. Coordinates the development of input necessary to establish projected cost of all projects. Is proficient in use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities. Identifies and initiates appropriate corrective action when objectives are not being met.
• Problem Solving & Initiative: Identifies, clarifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to routine and/or complex problems that sometimes involve analysis of inadequate or conflicting data. Demonstrates the ability to divide problems into component steps. Consistently looks for and develops opportunities and presents new ideas and approaches.
• Communication: Coordinates the work of other engineers in an efficient and effective manner. Develops, reviews or prepares reports on complex technical subjects clearly, concisely and effectively, in a manner suitable for presentation to management, professional societies, regulatory bodies, etc. Leads and facilitates meetings effectively.
• Interpersonal Skills: Possess collaborative and consensus building skills. Functions as a team leader and member. Networks upward and downward in several disciplines inside and outside the AEP system. Leverages network to get things done.
• Decision Making: Makes decisions affecting plans and goals based on analysis of uncertain input and outcomes. Uses diverse approaches to make decisions in the absence of a definite framework or where few precedents exist. Can handle conflicting interests related to approaches on projects or studies. Analyzes options and risks and possesses the experience and knowledge to assess the risk of decisions and act accordingly. Makes decisions that affect the operations or results of the department and may have some impact on a major project.
• Business Awareness & Characteristics: Exhibits an awareness of AEP\'s competitive position and how business decisions impact their organizational unit. Understands the specific goals and objectives of their individual organizational unit and is proficient in establishing measurable goals and objectives. Effectively manages project budgets using cost management techniques and understands how their decisions and recommendations impact AEP\'s expenses and revenues. Demonstrates an awareness of profit incentives, optimizing growth of customers\' businesses and using our services to attract new business.

What we\'re looking for:

Engineer/Engineering Technologist Associate SG6

• This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor\'s degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*;
• Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred

Engineer/Engineering Technologist SG7

• Has typically acquired a Bachelor\'s degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET* along with 2 or more years of related engineering experience.
• Individuals with a Master\'s degree in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET* may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
• Individuals with a Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering Technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.

**Bachelor\'s degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master\'s degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor\'s program.**

Individuals with a Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering Technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.

Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

**VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with an Non ABET accredited program

Where you\'ll work:

• This role sits on site in New Albany, Ohio or Salem, Virginia

What you\'ll get:

Engineer/Engineering Technologist SG6($84,000-$90,000)

Engineer/Engineering Technologist SG7($89,000-$110,000)