Distribution Modeling & Analysis Engineer-Senior at American Electric Power in New Albany, OH

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Job Posting End Date 10-23-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Job Summary Job Profile Summary Responsible to the assigned supervisor 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. Job Description What you’ll do: The Distribution Modeling and Analysis department is seeking a motivated team member to lead data governance and reporting activities related to distribution system and distributed energy resource (DER) data. As distribution planning criteria continue to evolve and DER penetration increases, this role will help meet the growing demand for accurate, reliable, and effective data reporting. Candidates with experience in data governance, data quality, and the electric utility industry are encouraged to apply. Success in this role requires a strong understanding of programming concepts and database structures, including intermediate to advanced proficiency in writing SQL queries to research, analyze, and validate data. Experience with Python, SAS, Collibra, and Power BI is highly desirable and will enhance the candidate's ability to support evolving data governance and reporting needs. Key responsibilities include: Develop, implement, and continuously improve data governance frameworks, standards, and processes to support evolving business and regulatory requirements. Establish and maintain an understanding of distribution system and distributed energy resource (DER) data sources, associated systems, and the interactions between those systems. Develop and maintain SQL queries, scripts, dashboards, and reports to support data analysis, reporting requirements, and internal and external stakeholder requests. Partner with business units and subject matter experts to identify, investigate, and resolve distribution system and DER data quality issues. Lead initiatives to enhance, automate, and scale data quality monitoring, data governance, and reporting capabilities. Develop and deliver training, documentation, and knowledge-sharing resources that promote the effective use of data analytics and reporting tools across the organization. Collaborate with Distribution Planning, Transmission Planning, Distribution Operations, Operating Company, and Information Technology teams to support data governance, reporting, and data quality initiatives. Technical Expertise: Possesses intermediate level knowledge and performs varied assignments with proficiency in the application of theory and analytical techniques to solve diverse problems and complete extensive analysis. Demonstrates competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle assignments of moderate complexity. (e.g., by dividing the problem into component steps, and performing the analysis necessary to complete each step). Exhibits ability to understand interrelationship between systems and component equipment. Demonstrate ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes. Leadership & Guidance: Coordinates work activities of others within the work group, department, or other corporate entity as necessary to complete routine activities. Performs routine engineering activity with minimum direction from higher-level employees. Follows policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and those regulations and procedures required by external agencies. Planning & Organization Ability: Coordinates the development of input necessary to prioritize deliverables and forecast needs for the routine projects, improvements requisitions, etc. Uses scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for planning activities. Initiates corrective action when project objectives are not being met. Problem Solving & Initiative: Resolves and initiates solutions to routine problems which usually require additional definition/clarification before analysis can begin. De