About the role#
This co-op position for the Fall 2027 term is based on the Relay/Protection and Control Engineering team at AES Ohio. You will gain practical experience in the protection and control of electrical power systems.
What you'll do#
- Work with staff engineers to perform electrical calculations, coordination studies, and short circuit studies.
- Design relay logic to develop protective relaying settings that detect and isolate faults on the transmission and distribution system.
- Produce detailed engineering work that follows AES Ohio and industry standards like IEEE and NERC.
- Complete other tasks as assigned by your supervisor.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a four-year degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
- Candidates with sophomore standing or higher are preferred.
- A strong academic background, organizational skills, and attention to detail are important.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook, is preferred.
Location & details#
- This role is located in Dayton, Ohio.
- This is an on-site, full-time position.
- This is a paid co-op opportunity.
- We do not provide sponsorship for this role.
About The AES Corporation
The AES Corporation is a public utility company founded in 1981. Based in Arlington, Virginia, the firm employs approximately 5,950 people. It specializes in energy solutions including clean, renewable, solar, wind, and green hydrogen power. The company works with organizations across various markets to develop customized energy systems.
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