About the role#
The AES Indiana Generation team is looking for a Co-op Engineer for the Fall 2027 term. This role is based at the Harding Street Station and supports operations, maintenance, and asset performance initiatives across AES Indiana facilities. You will report to the Gas Turbine and DCS Team Lead and gain hands-on experience in power generation, troubleshooting, and project management while working alongside engineering, environmental, and safety teams.
What you'll do#
- Troubleshoot daily operational and maintenance issues, including field investigations and technical analysis.
- Assist the Operations, Wastewater, and Gas Turbine teams with project coordination and outage planning.
- Support plant asset performance assessments and Root Cause Analysis efforts.
- Manage Management of Change (MOC) processes and coordinate Prior-to-Startup Safety Reviews.
- Use SAP to handle work management tasks like creating notifications, purchase requisitions, and work orders.
- Perform data analysis using plant systems to support leadership decisions.
- Lead small OPEX-funded projects from the planning phase through execution.
- Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing and support Capital and OPEX project submissions.
- Develop financial analyses for project decision-making, including cash flow and NPV evaluations.
- Support environmental, health, and safety initiatives through audits and safety walks.
- Assist with budget reviews, forecasting, and NERC-related activities.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of or completion of a 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or a related STEM field).
- A valid state-issued Driver's License.
- Authorization to work in the State of Indiana.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Term: Fall 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time paid position.
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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