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06-25-2024

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Job Summary

The Welding Engineer plays a crucial role in the AEP welding repair program. They are responsible for designing and maintaining welding procedures and personnel qualifications. They may also provide support in other areas, such as material properties, failure analysis, and new construction. A strong background in power plant materials and welding techniques is essential for developing system improvements and troubleshooting concepts.

Job Description

BUSINESS UNIT: Generation

DEPARTMENT: Steam Process & Welding Engineering

Based on education, experience and interview evaluation, this opportunity will be filled commensurately at either title:

Engineer Principal (grade 9) = bachelor's degree + eight (8) years of experience; OR, master's degree in engineering + six (6) years of experience. PE license is required.

Engineer Sr. (grade 8) = bachelor's degree in engineering + six (6) years of experience; OR, master's degree in engineering + four (4) years of experience

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and support for the AEP welding program. This includes procedure qualification, welder qualification, continuity maintenance, and code revisions.

• Responsible for providing material information that impacts the safe and reliable operation of power plant equipment. Knowledge of fitness for service concepts is encouraged.

• Provide metallurgical, failure analysis, welding, brazing, recommendations to support Plant Maintenance, Construction, Other Engineering disciplines and AEP’s Fleet Services.

• Assist in the NBCI “R” and ASME “S” Stamp renewals tri-annually. And support for topics pertaining to repairs, alterations, and new construction.

• Provide backup to NDE Level III in knowledge of all NDE techniques and technology.

• Work on multi-million-dollar Capital Projects for major equipment replacement and/or repair. This includes documentation development required for the approval process of major equipment/component replacements.

• Assist in developing risk-based assessment evaluations outlining benefits for the project.

• Opportunity to participate in code committees and/or participate in the EPRI materials program.

• Assist with component repair scope for pressure parts, rotating equipment, and chemical process equipment.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• The candidate should possess at least five years of experience in maintaining and troubleshooting welding programs conforming to ASME Section IX.

• The candidate should have an intermediate level of knowledge in fitness for service and material fundamentals.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are a must-have, along with the ability to identify solutions to complex problems and communicate technical options and risks to management without compromising safety.

• The candidate should also have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and feel comfortable conducting presentations and participating in panel discussions.

• Experience supporting discussions with other resources within AEP, OEMs, and AEs will be an advantage.

• The candidate should be able to analyze and interpret technical writings, including codes and standards. Experience using welder and procedure qualification software will be a plus.

• The candidate with expertise in root cause and component failure analysis will have an added advantage.

WORKING CONDITIONS, ENVIRONMENT, AND REQUIREMENTS:

• The candidate will be required to workdays and/or nights as needed for the assigned task or project. Availability to work overtime is required.

• Travel is required, 20-30%, to support outage and plant needs. Timing may be flexible and consist of some day trips and some overnight trips, up to a week, and possibly more.

• The primary work location is a Hybrid office environment, three days a week in the corporate office unless on a site visit. Depending upon circumstances, this requirement may be relaxed.

• When visiting a power station, a hard hat, eye and hearing protection, and steel-toed shoes with distinctive heels and non-slip soles are always required. A respirator fit test may be required for unit inspection support.

• When visiting a power station, the candidate may be required to work in an environment that involves exposure to hot surfaces, dust, grease, hazardous fumes and chemicals, loud noises, and small and large operating machinery and equipment, indoors and outdoors in extreme heat and cold, rain, ice, snow, and all other forms of weather.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Technical Expertise: Exhibits journey level proficiency plus advanced knowledge that enables the engineer to serve as a leader within the assigned organization. Keeps abreast of new products, developments, technologies, procedures and equipment. Understands and analyzes interrelationships between systems and component equipment. Interprets codes and regulations, and develops standards relevant to the area of assignment.

Leadership & Guidance: Provides guidance and exercises judgment and discretion in providing guidance and direction to other Engineers. Leads, facilitates and coordinates work activities of others within the work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company as required to perform all routine engineering work. Ensures all work activities are performed in accordance with the policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and complies with the regulations and procedures required by external agencies. Promotes engineering professionalism and standards. Coordinates and conducts training sessions.

Planning & Organization Ability: Participates in the development of plans by establishing measurable goals, objectives and requirements for specific areas of responsibility. Coordinates the development of input necessary to establish projected cost of all projects. Is proficient in use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities. Identifies and initiates appropriate corrective action when objectives are not being met.

Problem Solving & Initiative: Identifies, clarifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to routine and/or complex problems that sometimes involve analysis of inadequate or conflicting data. Demonstrates the ability to divide problems into component steps. Consistently looks for and develops opportunities and presents new ideas and approaches.

Communication: Coordinates the work of other engineers in an efficient and effective manner. Develops, reviews or prepares reports on complex technical subjects clearly, concisely and effectively, in a manner suitable for presentation to management, professional societies, regulatory bodies, etc. Leads and facilitates meetings effectively. Interpersonal Skills: Possess collaborative and consensus building skills. Functions as a team leader and member. Networks upward and downward in several disciplines inside and outside the AEP system. Leverages network to get things done.

Decision Making: Makes decisions affecting plans and goals based on analysis of uncertain input and outcomes. Uses diverse approaches to make decisions in the absence of a definite framework or where few precedents exist. Can handle conflicting interests related to approaches on projects or studies. Analyzes options and risks and possesses the experience and knowledge to assess the risk of decisions and act accordingly. Makes decisions that affect the operations or results of the department and may have some impact on a major project.

Business Awareness & Characteristics: Exhibits an awareness of AEP's competitive position and how business decisions impact their organizational unit. Understands the specific goals and objectives of their individual organizational unit and is proficient in establishing measurable goals and objectives. Effectively manages project budgets using cost management techniques and understands how their decisions and recommendations impact AEP's expenses and revenues. Demonstrates an awareness of profit incentives, optimizing growth of customers' businesses and using our services to attract new business.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

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

(1) a Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. or

(2) 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.** Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

INITIAL POSITION / BASE SALARY FUNDING: (94,225 - $143,852). In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including: discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), fully-funded pension, health insurance, vacation, etc.

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-008

Compensation Range:

$94,225.00-122,490.00 USD

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