Transmission System Operations Engineering Modeling Engineer

Modeling Engineer

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

• Accurately model transmission system topology including impedance and facility ratings for lines, stations, and transformers for medium, high, and extra-high voltages using AEP-internal modeling databases.
• Fulfill various system modeling related requests from Engineering and Operations personnel and submitted via Service Now ticketing system.
• Collaborate with others internal/external to the team to model planned projects, representing the future transmission system, as needed.
• Perform activities related to NERC Compliance standards.

This role requires schedule flexibility. Candidates should expect to work outside of standard business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The ability to work non-traditional hours and adapt to changing schedules is essential for success in this position.

What we're looking for:

Minimum Requirements – Grade 6

This is an entry-level position for new graduates with a bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program*. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination, as preparation for future licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE), is encouraged and preferred.

Individuals with a bachelor's degree in engineering technology may also satisfy this degree requirement if they obtain a certified Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Minimum Requirements – Grade 7

Has typically acquired 2 or more years of related experience in work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering technology principles;

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology
* in a program accredited by ABET**.
* A degree in engineering technology is the preferred degree: however, engineering degrees will also be considered.

** ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Acceptable alternative is (1) a Bachelor's degree in engineering technology (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering technology from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$74,551.00 - $

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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