AEP Seeks Electric System Operators for Real-Time Grid Management
American Electric Power (AEP) is actively recruiting Electric System Operators, also known as Distribution Dispatchers, to manage the real-time operations of its electric distribution system. These roles are crucial for ensuring reliable, safe, and efficient service to customers. Operators will monitor SCADA and grid telemetry, make rapid decisions to isolate faults, restore service, and reconfigure feeders to maintain power flow. The position involves coordinating field crews and contractors, issuing safe switching orders, managing outage priorities during emergencies, and communicating status updates to leadership and stakeholders. AEP emphasizes that this fast-paced role combines technical problem-solving, decisive action, and teamwork, offering hands-on experience with advanced grid controls and a clear career progression path within utility operations. The company is looking for individuals who can work under pressure during critical system conditions and handle diverse situations simultaneously, as c...
