T&D Planning Engineer

Are you ready to be part of a companythat'snot just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company witha teamof 8,300employees across 12 countries.AES has beenranked #1 byBloombergNEFin renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricityfor**millions of peopleworldwide.**We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work rankings across the markets where weoperate. 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. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoringglobal leadership in advancing the electric power industry.Ifyou'reready to be part of a companythat'snot just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you.We'renot just building a more sustainable future,we'repowering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader inglobalenergy. AES's US Transmission and Distribution (T&D) businesses in Indiana and Ohio are seeking a Project Planning Engineer to develop long-term maintenance and investment project plans to be included in the capital budget. Under general supervision, the Project Planning Engineer will be responsible for developing the scope, estimate, and schedule of assigned projects. Assigned projects will include primarily capital investments including asset replacements, maintenance, customer growth, Smart Grid, renewable energy integration, and general operations. Main Responsibilities: - Create scope of work documents, cost estimates, and schedules for assigned projects engaging engineering and other SME's as required. - Build the project business case using reliability, integrated system planning, and other inputs. - Provide bid specifications to Supply Chain in accordance with the procurement process. - Compile detailed work plans for the Project Management Organization, Engineering, and Operations teams to execute. - Utilize Management of Change and Asset Governance processes for controlling the modification of equipment, systems, and processes. - Serve as a representative of the Company as assigned Qualifications: - Four year college degree in engineering, construction management, finance, or related field. Applicable experience in place of a degree will be considered - Additional certifications including: Professional Engineering License, or Project Management Professional Certification are a plus. - Experience - 0-5 years in capital project and/or portfolio management - Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office 365 tools required. Experience with SAP and Copperleaf C55 are a plus. - Demonstrated project management experience in leading projects through the development process including building scope, estimate, and schedule documents. - General understanding of the regulated T&D utility business, assets, and systems. Experience with Smart Grid, DER integration, and other trends changing the industry are a plus. - Demonstrated ability to achieve results and operate with minimal supervision. - Strong communicator both oral and written. Experience in making presentations to upper management is a plus. - Ability to manage and work multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. - Languages - English. Spanish is a plus. AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclus