Planning Engineer

The AES Corporation

Project Planning Engineer developing long-term maintenance and investment project plans for the global energy leader AES Corporation. Engaging in system planning, smart grid integration, and project management.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeIndianapolis • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Professional development
Flexible work arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementscope of work documentationcost estimationschedulingManagement of ChangeAsset Governancecapital project managementportfolio managementSmart GridDER integration

Soft Skills

strong communicatorability to achieve resultsoperating with minimal supervisionpresentation skillsability to manage multiple tasksorganizational skills

Certifications

Professional Engineering LicenseProject Management Professional Certification