Team Leader, Engineering

AES Corporation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Corporation is seeking a senior engineering leader to oversee overhead electric distribution projects. You will lead a team of engineering assistants, ensure safe and cost-effective design, and guide projects from planning through construction while coordinating with customers, contractors, and government agencies.

The role emphasizes leadership, reliability, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced energy environment. Strong communication and project management are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 4–9 years of relevant utility engineering experience.
• Experience with electric utility distribution engineering, design, and construction.
• Knowledge of overhead distribution design, system planning, and joint use processes.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, or team leadership experience.
• Strong communication, project management, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and resources.
• Team-oriented with a positive, results-driven attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and supervise a team of engineering assistants.
• Foster a safe, positive, and customer-focused work environment.
• Manage engineering workload and project assignments for timely, cost-effective delivery.
• Provide technical guidance for planning, design, and construction of overhead distribution facilities.
• Review and approve engineering work requests, project designs, cost estimates, and construction packages.
• Coordinate and oversee joint use projects and other distribution initiatives.
• Direct technical studies and analyses including load assessments and long-range planning.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on project execution.
• Develop project forecasts, budgets, and resource plans.
• Encourage innovation and process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

GTech

DDS O-Calc

SAG10

SPANS

AutoCAD

SAP

Microsoft Office

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.

Under general supervision, responsible for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective planning, engineering, design, and construction of overhead electric distribution system projects. This includes customer service projects for commercial and industrial customers, new distribution circuit design, system improvements, facility relocations associated with roadway and public improvement projects, and joint use projects. The position leads and develops a team of engineering assistants while ensuring compliance with company standards, engineering practices, safety requirements, and applicable codes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and supervise a team of engineering assistants, establishing performance expectations and supporting professional growth through coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
• Foster a safe, positive, and customer-focused work environment that promotes employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Manage engineering workload and project assignments to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of customer and system improvement projects.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight for the planning, design, and construction of overhead distribution facilities, including system upgrades and public improvement relocations.
• Review and approve engineering work requests, project designs, cost estimates, and construction packages.
• Coordinate and oversee joint use projects and other distribution system initiatives to support internal and external customer requirements.
• Direct technical studies and analyses, including engineering evaluations, economic studies, load assessments, system planning efforts, and long-range infrastructure planning.
• Collaborate with internal departments, customers, contractors, engineering consultants, government agencies, and other utilities regarding facility design, routing, permitting, right-of-way acquisition, scheduling, and project execution.
• Develop project forecasts, budgets, cash flow estimates, and resource plans to support departmental objectives.
• Encourage innovation, process improvements, and work simplification initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and customer service.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, specifications, material requirements, safety policies, and the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Partner with Operations, Line organizations, and other engineering leaders to resolve complex technical and operational issues affecting the electric distribution system.
• Maintain effective communication with leadership and stakeholders regarding project status, risks, priorities, and strategic initiatives.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Four (4) to nine (9) years of relevant utility engineering experience.
• Experience with electric utility distribution engineering, design, and construction.
• Knowledge of overhead distribution design, system planning, and joint use processes.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, or team leadership experience.
• Strong communication, project management, and customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and resources.
• Team-oriented with a positive, results-driven attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Experience with the following software, tools, and applications: GTech or DDS O-Calc SAG10 SPANS AutoCAD SAP Microsoft Office Suite

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.

Accelerating the future of energy, together Our people are our energy and have transformed AES into the type of energy company that the world needs today and in the future. Coming from all walks of life, our people share a passion for improving lives by advancing the energy sector through innovation, collaboration and action. We are working in an industry that requires new thinking and ways of working together to create solutions that are both economically and environmentally viable, not just one or the other. We are looking for passionate people to join us in our mission to accelerate the future of energy. Are you ready to join us?

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