Engineer III to Engineer I Job in South/Corpus Christi 78401, Texas Us
Duties include:
Design, installation and commissioning of metering systems for substations, generating plants as well as large customers.
Plan and coordinate major metering projects, provide engineering support and training for assigned AEP operating companies and generating plants.
Develop metering programs and perform lab tests and analysis.
May be called upon for on-site troubleshooting and maintenance.
This position is posted in a range, Engineer III to Engineer I. Education and relevant experience will be used to determine appropriate salary and salary grade.
Principal Accountabilities:
Decision making: develops decision-making skills under guidance of higher-level employees.
Business awareness characteristics: develops an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the local organizational unit.
Problem solving and initiative: applies basic techniques to perform analysis associated with the resolution of routine technical problems; uses initiative in looking for opportunities and presenting new ideas and new approaches.
Communication skills: communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing; assists in the preparation of technical reports and papers; listens to and understands instructions, and requests clarification as required.
Interpersonal skills: demonstrates the ability to be a team player; relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner; sees differences in people as an opportunity.
Technical expertise: possesses technical knowledge acquired from a Bachelors level engineering degree program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET); gains familiarity with standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment; gains familiarity with pertinent equipment, materials, systems and business processes; assists higher level engineers in handling well defined portions of routine problems or analysis.
Leadership and guidance: 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 and organization ability: prepares basic cost estimates using established standards; develops understanding of work flow of routine engineering projects; accomplishes work according to plan and schedule established by higher level employees.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering in a program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged.
Professional Engineering License is required for Senior Engineer status.
Must have good computer skills including use of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
Ability to become proficient in new software applications is required.
Must possess a current valid driver's license.
Must have flexible schedule, be willing to work overtime and extended hours to meet project deadlines.
Must be willing to travel in and out of state and some overnight stays.
Most of the travel will be in AEP’s Western region with minimal travel in AEP’s Eastern region.
Work experience :
Engineer III, 1 - 2 years relevant work experience;
Engineer II, 3 - 4 years relevant work expeirence
Engineer I, 4 - 7 years relevant work experience.