Substation Design Engineer

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AES Ohio is seeking a Substation Design Engineer to join our dedicated team. This is a fully on-site role at our Dayton Service Building, where you’ll play a key part in delivering reliable energy solutions and supporting critical projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design of all or parts of 12kV through 345kV substations consisting of physical layouts, one-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, and wiring diagrams.

• Produce detailed engineering design packages in accordance with AES Ohio and relevant industry standards (IEEE, NERC, etc.).

• Prepare procurement specifications for material and services, evaluate proposals, and work with Purchasing to obtain purchase orders.

• Provide engineering support to field crews on construction and maintenance activities.

• Assist in the planning, design, and construction management of substation projects.

• Maintain and optimize internal design standards and engineering databases.

• Assist in after-hours storm restoration and long duration customer outages as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Preferred Skills & Abilities

• Experience with Bentley MicroStation or similar CAD software.

• Passing grade on the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam

• Familiarity with and application of electrical substation equipment (transformers, circuit breakers, instrument transformers, disconnect switches, relays, etc.)

• Ability to work safely and integrate safety into engineering designs. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Access, etc.)

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term 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.