Aes
Associate Engineer - Relay
US, Dayton, OH
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 8 days ago
SpringComplianceElectrical EngineeringControlsLeadershipFE ExamRenewable Energy
About the role
- Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.
- AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.
- AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.
Responsibilities
- Support field staff in construction and maintenance activities
- Develop new and follow established work practices to ensure a safe work environment
- We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it.
Requirements
- All levels of relevant work experience will be considered. Will consider Spring, Summer and Fall 2026 graduates.
- Preferred Skills, Abilities
- Perform relay setting calculations, coordination studies, and short circuit studies
- Maintain short circuit model and protection engineering databases
- Support NERC compliance program
- Support commissioning of new relay equipment and systems by field technicians Investigate and resolve protection and control system operation issues
Nice to have
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or other related discipline from an ABET-accredited college/university.
- All levels of relevant work experience will be considered.
- Will consider Spring, Summer and Fall 2026 graduates.
- Power engineering experience
- Familiarity with relevant utility operations (transmission, distribution)
- Familiarity with digital logic and/or Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
- Willing to take FE exam in pursuit of Professional Engineering License
- Must possess a positive attitude and priority for safe and reliable operations
Compensation
- In addition, we offer a competitive salary and generous starting paid time off of 22 days each year.
Benefits
- In addition, we offer a competitive salary and generous starting paid time off of 22 days each year.
Company info
- 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.
- Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it?
- We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate.
- If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you.
Equal opportunity
- AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion.
Visa & Work Authorization
- 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.
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