Hiring: Engineer or Engineering Technologist (Assc-Prin) Distribution Dispatch Center Company: American Electric Power Location: Gahanna, OH Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 14:36:12 About the job Required Skills: •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. •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). •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. •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. •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. •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 Qualifications: •Develops, reviews, or presents technical reports such as improvement requisitions, studies, and analyses in as clear, concise and effective fashion. Compensation: •$74,551 - $151,132 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!