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Engineering Manager- Technology and Automation

Gahanna, OH, USFull-time$137k–$178k2026-10-28 → 2026-11-09

Core

Lead a team of engineers to ensure performance, uptime, and reliability of Ohio Power's GridSmart distribution automation system, integrating engineering technology, modeling, and data governance.

Role type

Engineering Manager (Distribution Automation & Grid Modernization)

Builds

GridSmart system performance, advanced distribution technologies (DACR, VVO), and engineering data governance frameworks.

Domain

Electric utility / Power distribution / Grid automation

Required skills

Team leadership, performance management, root-cause analysis, KPI development, cross-functional collaboration, technical training, system planning, data governance

Preferred skills

Professional Engineer licensure, Project Management Professional certification, experience with SCADA, VVO, DACR/FLISR, OMS, GIS, distribution modeling, DER, ADMS

Technologies

GridSmart, DACR, VVO, SCADA, OMS, GIS, ADMS, DER

Responsibilities

Lead performance, uptime, and troubleshooting for distribution automation technologies; drive commissioning and deployment of new technologies; ensure quality and governance of critical engineering data; position the organization for grid modernization and ADMS readiness; lead training and workforce development for the engineering team.

Seniority

Manager, people leadership & technical strategy