Engineer or Engineering Technologist; Assc-Prin) Distribution Dispatch Center

Job Posting End Date
09-24-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary Responsible to the assigned manager 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 What You'll Do:

The DDC (distribution dispatch center) Engineer position is responsible for conducting load studies and commissioning Smart Grid equipment such as Distribution Automation (DA), Volt/VAR Optimization (VVO), and Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS).

Key Responsibilities for this position include but not limited to.

Load Studies:
Conduct thorough load studies for planned and emergency work to assess capacity and ensure safe switching operations.

Analyze data to recommend solutions that minimize risks to facilities and the public.

Commissioning distribution Equipment:

Perform commissioning of modern grid technologies prior to their use by system operators, ensuring all equipment meets operational standards.

Provide technical support and troubleshooting during the commissioning process.

Technical Support:

Serve as a technical resource for system operators, offering guidance on new technologies and distribution system operations. Stay updated with the latest advancements in power distribution and their implications for operations.

Availability:

At times DDC engineers will need to respond to urgent requests from DDC operators for load studies and commissioning needs outside of normal business hours. Collaborate with field employees to address any issues that may arise during operations

Technical Expertise:

Possesses intermediate level knowledge and performs varied assignments with proficiency in the application of theory and analytical techniques to solve diverse problems and complete extensive analysis. Demonstrates competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle assignments of moderate complexity. (e.g., by dividing the problem into component steps, and performing the analysis necessary to complete each step). Exhibits ability to understand interrelationship between systems and component equipment.

Demonstrate ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes.

Leadership & Guidance:

Coordinates work activities of others within the work group, department, or other corporate entity as necessary to complete routine activities. Performs routine engineering activity with minimum direction from higher-level employees. Follows policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and those regulations and procedures required by external agencies. Provides training and guidance to lower-level employees.

Planning & Organization Ability:

Coordinates the development of input necessary to forecast costs for the routine projects, improvements requisitions, etc. Uses scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities. Initiates corrective action when project objectives are not being met. Problem Solving & Initiative:
Resolves and initiates solutions to routine problems which usually require additional definition/clarification before analysis can begin. Demonstrates ability to identify problems that are beyond the normal routine. Demonstrates ability and desire to seek out opportunities and embrace new ideas and approaches.

Communication:

Develops, reviews, or presents technical reports such as improvement requisitions, studies, and analyses in as clear, concise and effective fashion.

Interpersonal

Skills:

Is an active team member. Networks with peers inside and outside the AEP system. Identifies key stakeholders. Uses informal network to get things done. Resolves conflict, builds consensus.

Decision Making:

Makes decisions subject to review within established policies and procedures. Makes decisions that affect the work of the team. Aware of risks. Demonstrates the ability to extrapolate beyond known facts to reach logical conclusions.

Business Awareness & Characteristics:

Understands AEP's organizational structure and the specific role and responsibility of their individual organizational unit. Demonstrates an understanding of the budgeting and approval process. Is proficient in the application and use of economic analysis techniques in problem solving. Develops an understanding of utility regulation and financing.

Note:

This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of…