Manager of Asset Optimization
Manager of Asset Optimization
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Job Description
Are you ready to be part of a company thats not just talking about the future but actively shaping it Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) a Fortune 500 company thats leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work you can be confident that youre joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.
AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreements goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers are setting the pace for rapid global decarbonization.
If youre ready to be part of a company thats not just adapting to change but driving it AES is the place for you. Were not just building a cleaner more sustainable future - were powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.
Position Overview
The Manager of Asset Optimization is responsible for enhancing the performance planning and development of the electric transmission and distribution (T&D) networks across AES Indiana and AES Ohio. This strategic role focuses on improving reliability efficiency and modernization of the T&D systems through data-driven analysis and collaboration with internal stakeholders. The Manager will recommend asset improvement strategies and support long-term capital planning by working closely with Planning Engineering and Capital Management teams. The role requires a deep understanding of advanced utility technologies asset management best practices and system performance analytics.
This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Planning Engineering and Asset Management for Generation Transmission and Distribution.
Key Responsibilities
Recommend implementation of asset optimization strategies for both transmission and distribution systems in Indiana and Ohio.
Evaluate and recommend network development initiatives to improve system reliability capacity and performance.
Identify and analyze opportunities for distribution circuit rebalancing and transmission asset optimization.
Work cross-functionally with Planning Engineering Capital Management and Operations teams to propose and prioritize projects for system improvements.
Evaluate the Integration of state-of-the-art technologies and innovative solutions into network development and optimization strategies.
Monitor and assess the performance and reliability of T&D assets using key performance indicators system data and industry benchmarks.
Leverage data analytics to support decision-making and asset investment strategies.
Contribute to the development of short- medium- and long-term asset management plans aligning with corporate reliability and sustainability goals.
Support the development of business cases and technical justifications for asset renewal replacement and modernization projects.
Ensure alignment with regulatory environmental and corporate standards in all asset-related recommendations and strategies.
Stay current on industry best practices technologies and regulatory developments affecting asset management in electric utilities.
Identify and assess strategic risks associated with asset performance system reliability and aging infrastructure and recommend mitigation strategies to inform planning and investment decisions.
Actively contributes to a culture of continuous improvement safety and operational excellence.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in electrical engineering .
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in electric utility transmission and distribution (T&D) systems with a strong background in asset management planning or engineering.
Familiarity with AES operations and standards is highly desirable.
Proven experience with T&D network planning asset performance monitoring and capital investment planning.
Strong knowledge of modern utility technologies including GIS SCADA ADMS AMI and condition-based monitoring systems.
Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to collect interpret and act on large datasets.
Excellent leadership collaboration and communication skills to work effectively across departments and influence without authority.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Work Environment
This role is based in Indianapolis IN with regular travel between Indiana and Ohio. The position is primarily office-based but will require field visits to substations project sites or corporate offices.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
