Athan Himmelstein, Eit
About Athan Himmelstein, Eit
Athan Himmelstein is a Customer Design Manager at American Electric Power in Abilene, Texas, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in engineering, having held various positions within the company and intends to take the Professional Engineer exam in the next five years.
Work at American Electric Power
Athan Himmelstein has been serving as the Customer Design Manager at American Electric Power since 2021. In this role, he oversees the engineering design for new residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Abilene District. His responsibilities include managing the design of reconductor projects, as well as large overhead and underground line builds. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Distribution Engineer from 2019 to 2021 and as an Engineer Associate from 2015 to 2019, both roles contributing to his extensive experience within the company.
Education and Expertise
Athan Himmelstein earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical and Energy Engineering with a Minor in Business Foundations from the University of North Texas, completing his studies from 2011 to 2014. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his engineering roles. He intends to take the Professional Engineer (PE) exam within the next five years and plans to pursue advanced degrees in the future, further enhancing his expertise in the field.
Background
Before joining American Electric Power, Athan Himmelstein gained experience in various engineering roles. He worked as a Distribution Designer at UC Synergetic from 2014 to 2015 and as a Security Video Monitoring Agent at Stealth Monitoring, Inc. for seven months in 2014. His diverse background in engineering and design has contributed to his current role and responsibilities at American Electric Power.
Achievements
In his current role as Customer Design Manager, Athan Himmelstein provides solutions for customer issues, including voltage complaints and future load forecasting. His management of engineering design projects for new customers demonstrates his capability in addressing complex engineering challenges. His experience in various engineering positions has equipped him with the skills necessary to effectively manage and oversee significant projects within the company.