The AES Corporation

Engineer - Electrical Test

Engineer - Electrical Test
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LocationDayton, OH
Job Typefull time
On-site
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About This Job

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 (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company

that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning

14 countries

, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the

Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators

by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a

Great Place to Work

, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly

ranked #1 globally

in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with

$12.7B in revenues in 2023

, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to

25 million customers worldwide.

As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as

24/7 carbon-free energy

for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.

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 cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

Under direct or general supervision, responsible for general and specific assignments involving complex and extensive types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures, equipment, and operating problems.

Employing extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices and devising new approaches to problems encountered, plans, schedules, and coordinates detailed phases of major projects such as equipment design and development, materials tests, preparation of specifications, applications studies, analyses of system or process troubles, research investigations, system planning studies, and preparation of technical reports. Responsible for overseeing and managing complex projects.

Duties require a complete knowledge of accepted practices in the areas of all substation equipment, protective relaying systems, reclosers, regulators, capacitors, and broad knowledge of principles and practices in related specialties to resolve a variety of highly complex problems, such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of standard materials, and difficult coordination requirements.

Duties also require project management skills, employee development, and training. Has supervisory guidance in terms of specific objectives and critical issues and has authority to make independent decisions on engineering practices and methods.

Main Responsibilities:

Technician training and development:
Assess employee skill level across all job functions and identify development areas.
Set up training for all equipment and testing for such things as substation entry, transformers, breakers, reclosers, CCVTs, RTUs, capacitors, regulators, MOABs, batteries, and all protective relaying systems.
Set up training for test equipment/processes for such things as relay testing/commissioning, power factor testing, recloser testing, contact resistance testing, phasing, ground grid testing, DGA/oil sampling, meggering, hi-pot testing, carrier/TTR testing, soil resistivity testing, SFRA, and trip testing.
Work independently in the lab with employees as needed.
Provide any needed training or support for Test Department supervision or other departments as needed.
Provide on-site oversight for projects as needed.
Ensure high-quality work is being performed and proper procedures and policies are followed, and provide technical and supervisory support as needed.
Provide field storm support as needed for the distribution and transmission system. Includes substation response, scouting outage/damage calls, and managing circuit restoration.
Provide on-site technical and supervisory support for severe emergencies, outages, and other extenuating circumstances (mobile installation, transformer lockouts, equipment failures, etc.).
Provide on-site technical support as needed for mobile substation installs, trip testing, transformer testing, troubleshooting, test equipment troubleshooting, or any other technical support need.
Introduce/Promote/Encourage Human Performance Concepts and Practices.
Develop guides/training aids for all test department-related equipment and processes.
Evaluate new equipment or procedures to be used to improve safety, efficiency, and productivity. Monitor current industry practices, trends, and procedures.
Provide on-site technical support and consultation for substation projects being completed by contractors.
Periodically visit job sites to ensure contractors are following best practices and standards.
Assist with analyzing all test results/data and make recommendations.
Prioritize results and make recommendations on next steps.
Determine the timeframe for repairs/replacements for all non-critical or emergency equipment conditions.
Make recommendations for long-term maintenance plans for aging or deteriorated equipment.
Look for trends and equipment deterioration.
Evaluate equipment status and remaining life. Suggest and recommend equipment replacement or repair.
Assist with transformer factory field visits
Quality control inspections
Factory test witnessing
Assist with the progression testing of the employees in the Test
Serves as a professional representative of the Company, as assigned
Directs the preparation of applicable computer software


Qualifications:

Four-year college degree (or equivalent) in an Electrical Engineering Field
Seven to ten years experience
Union experience, Experience in project management with demonstrated ability to lead and work in a team environment
Professional Engineering License preferred or Subject-Matter-Expert

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.

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