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Job SummaryHelp shape the future of Energy Delivery! AEP is looking for an experienced engineer with Distribution Power Analysis (Power/Load Flow) and/or Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) experience. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside other leaders in energy delivery to help develop and deploy an Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) system as part of AEPs vision of powering a new, sustainable, and brighter future for our customer and communities.Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPower Analysis Responsibilities/Duties
Work with various teams to gather requirements for the ADMS Load Flow engine.
Build and verify load profiles for planning and operational use within the ADMS.
Identify and resolve gaps in AEP data and processes which could hinder the accuracy of the ADMS Load Flow engine
Test the accuracy of the ADMS Load Flow engine, and document all bugs/defects
Work with the ADMS vendor and System Integrator to resolve bug/defects
Document and Train others in the configuration of the ADMS Load Flow engine
Over time, work with ADMS vendor to improve product accuracy and functionality.
Closely collaborate with team members to implement and maintain advanced applications.
Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS) Responsibilities
Work with various teams to gather requirements for the ADMS DERMS Advanced Application.
Maintain an updated operational model of all DERs within the DERMS application.
Build and verify DER Production profiles for forecasting and operational use within the DERMS Application.
Identify and resolve gaps in AEP data and processes with respect to DERs that could hinder the accuracy of the ADMS Load Flow engine, DER Forecasts, and DER Management
Assist testing the accuracy of the ADMS Load Flow engine with respect to DERs and document all bugs/defects.
Work with the ADMS vendor and System Integrator to resolve bug/defects.
Document and Train others in the configuration and maintenance of the DERMS Application
Over time, work with ADMS vendor to improve the DERMS product accuracy and functionality.
Closely collaborate with team members to implement and maintain DERMS coordination with other existing ADMS advanced applications (VOO, FLISR, SCA).
Minimum RequirementsENGINEER (GRADE 7)BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; or 2 years of related engineering experience along with a Master’s degree in engineering from a program accredited by ABET; Individuals with a PhD in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET may be considered for entry into the organization at this level; Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred.ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.Acceptable alternatives are
A bachelor’s degree in engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. or
A bachelor’s degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a master’s degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited bachelor’s program.
ENGINEER SR (GRADE 8)BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Has typically acquired 6 or more years of related engineering experience along with a bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; or 4 years of related engineering experience along with a master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET; Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred.ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.Acceptable alternatives are
A bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. or
A bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited bachelor's program.
Required Skills.A strong background in the design and operation of an electrical distribution system. An understanding of station layout, equipment and ratings. Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex technical subjects to senior management.Desired Skills Knowledge of the various types of DERs, their characteristics, and how they impact the distribution system. Basic knowledge of the DER Interconnection process.
Strong Analytical and Troubleshooting skills, with the ability to provide solution to identified issues; ability to think outside the box.
Effective written skills with a focus on documentation
Understanding of IEEE 1547-2018 and how it applies to the operations of DERs.
Knowledge of Advanced Automation Applications:
Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMs)
Distance to Fault (DTF)
Fault Location, Isolation, Service, and Restoration (FLISR)
Distribution Automation Circuit Reconfiguration (DACR)
Integrated Volt Var Conservation (IVVC) / Volt Var Optimization (VVO)
Etc.
Experience with the following applications:
OSI Monarch ADMS
OSI Integra DERMS
OSI Spectra ADMS
ASPEN
CYME
DGP
JIRA
EO
EEMS
POA
Experience as a planning or technologist engineer
Understanding of IEEE 1815(DNP3), SunSpec Modbus, IEEE 2030.5(SEP2), and MESA standards.
Understanding of distribution equipment ratings; Conductors, Regulators, Capacitors, Reclosers, switches.
Knowledge of customer owned Distributed Generation
Knowledge of Energy Markets and FERC Order 2222
Experience supporting software applications.
Project Management knowledge
Experience with Agile Workflow
Experience with Neural networks for DER forecasting.
Compensation DataCompensation Grade:SP20-007Compensation Range:$83,413.00-104,267.50 USDHear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one.It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects 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, age, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we must record certain information to be made part of an Affirmative Action Plan. Applicants for employment may also be invited to participate in the Affirmative Action Program by self-identifying their Race or Ethnic Identity.
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