Junior Systems Engineer
Columbus, OH
Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
**Job Summary**
Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Battelle's Cyber team is seeking motivated **Junior Systems Engineer** to support our Cyber Trust and Assurance division from our offices in Columbus, OH.
The ideal candidate will have a background in electronics, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or data science, and a strong interest in working with complex, cyber-physical systems. These positions offer the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects involving satellites, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), and advanced microelectronics.
**Responsibilities**
+ Decompose complex systems and develop system models to assess risk and performance.
+ Including specification sheets, log files, schematics, sensor outputs, firmware images, source code, simulation data, and network traffic to interpret system behavior and inform model development..
+ Work with cyber-physical systems, such as UAS, with a focus on microelectronics.
+ Utilize statistical methods to support data analysis and model validation.
+ Apply large language models (LLMs) and other AI tools to process and analyze unstructured data.
+ Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions.
**Key Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 2-5 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or a related discipline.
+ Familiarity with large language models (LLMs) or willingness to learn.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Must be willing and able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance after hire.
+ Must be willing to work a hybrid schedule from our Columbus, OH offices.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 3-5 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or a related discipline.
+ Experience working with cyber-physical systems, such as satellites or unmanned aerial systems.
+ Knowledge of microelectronics or semiconductor manufacturing.
+ Prior experience handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) or working in a cleared environment.
+ Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for data analysis, automation, or system integration tasks
+ Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (such as Cameo, Enterprise Architect, or similar) and an understanding of MBSE methodologies and processes
+ Experience applying the MITRE ATT&CK and MITRE DEFEND frameworks for threat modeling, security assessment, or defensive strategy development
+ Active DoD Top Secret clearance
**Additional Information:**
Due to the nature of the work, we are unable to consider candidates who do not have at least an interim Secret clearance at the time of hire.
**SOME OF THE EXTRAS THAT MAKE WORKING HERE GREAT:**
+ Learn (tuition assistance, paid training) and teach (get published, speak at a conference)
+ Software and Intellectual Property development royalty sharing
+ Mentorship and learning culture
+ Internally funded and guided research projects with large amounts of individual autonomy
**Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life**
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
+ **Balance life through a compressed work schedule** : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
+ **Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement:** You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
+ **Take time to recharge** : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
+ **Prioritize wellness** : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
+ **Better together** : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
+ **Build your financial future** : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
+ **Advance your education** : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
**A Work Environment Where You Succeed**
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
+ Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
+ Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
+ Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
+ Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
+ Give back to and improve our communities
**Vaccinations & Safety Protocols**
_Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws)._
_Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle._
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. **No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.**
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Engineer Associate (Entry-Level) - System Performance Analysis (SPA)
New Albany, OH
Job Posting End Date 12-26-2025 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Works within the System Performance Analysis group. The System Performance Analysis group conducts advanced system studies to support capital projects, including but not limited to transient stability, voltage stability, electromagnetic coupling, insulation coordination, geomagnetically induced currents, electromagnetic field, and Power Quality using PSS/E, ASPEN OneLiner, PSCAD, and Alstom electrical engineering technologies.
Job Description
What you'll do:
More specifically, responsibilities include the following duties:
* Conduct system performance analysis and provide solutions to support planning, operations, engineering, regulatory and financial needs of the company.
* Perform electrical engineering studies related to power system stability, reliability, and compliance.
* Perform transient and voltage stability studies, insulation coordination studies, electromagnetic field studies, and studies of geomagnetically induced currents and geomagnetic disturbance.
* Perform power-flow analyses in support of system dynamic stability, system restoration, and geomagnetic disturbance analyses.
* Develop and maintain power system models.
* Calculate electromagnetic interference for overhead and underground transmission lines.
* Technical Expertise: Keeps abreast of new products, developments, technologies, procedures and equipment. Understands and analyzes interrelationships between systems and component equipment. Interprets codes and regulations, and develops standards relevant to the area of assignment.
* Leadership & Guidance: Provides guidance and exercises judgment and discretion in providing guidance and direction to other Engineers. Leads, facilitates and coordinates work activities of others within the work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company as required to perform all routine engineering work. Ensures all work activities are performed in accordance with the policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and complies with the regulations and procedures required by external agencies. Promotes engineering professionalism and standards. Coordinates and conducts training sessions.
* Planning & Organization Ability: Participates in the development of plans by establishing measurable goals, objectives and requirements for specific areas of responsibility. Coordinates the development of input necessary to establish projected cost of all projects. Is proficient in use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities. Identifies and initiates appropriate corrective action when objectives are not being met.
* Problem Solving & Initiative: Identifies, clarifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to routine and/or complex problems that sometimes involve analysis of inadequate or conflicting data. Demonstrates the ability to divide problems into component steps. Consistently looks for and develops opportunities and presents new ideas and approaches.
* Communication: Coordinates the work of other engineers in an efficient and effective manner. Develops, reviews or prepares reports on complex technical subjects clearly, concisely and effectively, in a manner suitable for presentation to management, professional societies, regulatory bodies, etc. Leads and facilitates meetings effectively. Interpersonal Skills: Possess collaborative and consensus building skills. Functions as a team leader and member. Networks upward and downward in several disciplines inside and outside the AEP system. Leverages network to get things done.
* Decision Making: Makes decisions affecting plans and goals based on analysis of uncertain input and outcomes. Uses diverse approaches to make decisions in the absence of a definite framework or where few precedents exist. Can handle conflicting interests related to approaches on projects or studies. Analyzes options and risks and possesses the experience and knowledge to assess the risk of decisions and act accordingly. Makes decisions that affect the operations or results of the department and may have some impact on a major project.
* Business Awareness & Characteristics: Exhibits an awareness of AEP's competitive position and how business decisions impact their organizational unit. Understands the specific goals and objectives of their individual organizational unit and is proficient in establishing measurable goals and objectives. Effectively manages project budgets using cost management techniques and understands how their decisions and recommendations impact AEP's expenses and revenues. Demonstrates an awareness of profit incentives, optimizing growth of customers' businesses and using our services to attract new business.
What we're looking for:
Engineer Associate SG6
* This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*
* Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.
* VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with an Non ABET accredited program
In addition:
An Electrical Engineering Bachelor's degree is preferred for this role.
Where you'll work:
This role sits on site in New Albany Ohio or Columbus Ohio
What you'll get:
Engineer Associate SG6($84,000-$105,000)
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
American Electric Power (On-Site)
$84K- $105K / Year
#LI-Onsite
#AEPCareers
#engineer
#earlycareer
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-005
Compensation Range:
$72,380.00 - $90,474.50
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
Engineer Associate (Entry-Level) - System Performance Analysis (SPA)
New Albany, OH
Job Posting End Date
12-26-2025
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Works within the System Performance Analysis group. The System Performance Analysis group conducts advanced system studies to support capital projects, including but not limited to transient stability, voltage stability, electromagnetic coupling, insulation coordination, geomagnetically induced currents, electromagnetic field, and Power Quality using PSS/E, ASPEN OneLiner, PSCAD, and Alstom electrical engineering technologies.
Job Description
What you'll do:
More specifically, responsibilities include the following duties:
Conduct system performance analysis and provide solutions to support planning, operations, engineering, regulatory and financial needs of the company.
Perform electrical engineering studies related to power system stability, reliability, and compliance.
Perform transient and voltage stability studies, insulation coordination studies, electromagnetic field studies, and studies of geomagnetically induced currents and geomagnetic disturbance.
Perform power-flow analyses in support of system dynamic stability, system restoration, and geomagnetic disturbance analyses.
Develop and maintain power system models.
Calculate electromagnetic interference for overhead and underground transmission lines.
Technical Expertise:
Keeps abreast of new products, developments, technologies, procedures and equipment. Understands and analyzes interrelationships between systems and component equipment. Interprets codes and regulations, and develops standards relevant to the area of assignment.
Leadership & Guidance:
Provides guidance and exercises judgment and discretion in providing guidance and direction to other Engineers. Leads, facilitates and coordinates work activities of others within the work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company as required to perform all routine engineering work. Ensures all work activities are performed in accordance with the policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and complies with the regulations and procedures required by external agencies. Promotes engineering professionalism and standards. Coordinates and conducts training sessions.
Planning & Organization Ability:
Participates in the development of plans by establishing measurable goals, objectives and requirements for specific areas of responsibility. Coordinates the development of input necessary to establish projected cost of all projects. Is proficient in use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities. Identifies and initiates appropriate corrective action when objectives are not being met.
P
roblem Solving & Initiative:
Identifies, clarifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to routine and/or complex problems that sometimes involve analysis of inadequate or conflicting data. Demonstrates the ability to divide problems into component steps. Consistently looks for and develops opportunities and presents new ideas and approaches.
Communication:
Coordinates the work of other engineers in an efficient and effective manner. Develops, reviews or prepares reports on complex technical subjects clearly, concisely and effectively, in a manner suitable for presentation to management, professional societies, regulatory bodies, etc. Leads and facilitates meetings effectively. Interpersonal Skills: Possess collaborative and consensus building skills. Functions as a team leader and member. Networks upward and downward in several disciplines inside and outside the AEP system. Leverages network to get things done.
Decision Making:
Makes decisions affecting plans and goals based on analysis of uncertain input and outcomes. Uses diverse approaches to make decisions in the absence of a definite framework or where few precedents exist. Can handle conflicting interests related to approaches on projects or studies. Analyzes options and risks and possesses the experience and knowledge to assess the risk of decisions and act accordingly. Makes decisions that affect the operations or results of the department and may have some impact on a major project.
Business Awareness & Characteristics:
Exhibits an awareness of AEP's competitive position and how business decisions impact their organizational unit. Understands the specific goals and objectives of their individual organizational unit and is proficient in establishing measurable goals and objectives. Effectively manages project budgets using cost management techniques and understands how their decisions and recommendations impact AEP's expenses and revenues. Demonstrates an awareness of profit incentives, optimizing growth of customers' businesses and using our services to attract new business.
What we're looking for:
Engineer Associate SG6
This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*
Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.
*VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with an Non ABET accredited program
In addition:
An Electrical Engineering Bachelor's degree is preferred for this role.
Where you'll work:
This role sits on site in New Albany Ohio or Columbus Ohio
What you'll get:
Engineer Associate SG6($84,000-$105,000)
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
American Electric Power (On-Site)
$84K- $105K / Year
#LI-Onsite
#AEPCareers
#engineer
#earlycareer
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-005
Compensation Range:
$72,380.00 - $90,474.50
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
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