Christian Schafer
About Christian Schafer
Christian Schafer is a Distribution Standards Engineer at American Electric Power, where he has worked since 2019. He has previous experience in various engineering roles at ComEd and served as a Resident Assistant at Miami University.
Work at American Electric Power
Christian Schafer has been employed at American Electric Power as a Distribution Standards Engineer since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for developing and implementing distribution standards that ensure the reliability and efficiency of electrical distribution systems. His work is based in Columbus, Ohio, where he has contributed to various engineering projects over the past five years.
Previous Experience at ComEd
Prior to his current position, Christian Schafer worked at ComEd in various engineering roles. He served as a Summer Intern in 2016 and 2017, gaining practical experience in engineering design. He then became a Rotational Engineer in 2018, where he worked for six months in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. Following this, he took on the role of Engineering Design Tech for seven months in Montgomery, Illinois, further enhancing his technical skills in the energy sector.
Education and Expertise
Christian Schafer earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Mechanical Engineering from Miami University. His studies spanned from 2014 to 2018, during which he developed a strong foundation in engineering principles and practices. This educational background supports his current role in distribution engineering and contributes to his expertise in the field.
Background as a Resident Assistant
Christian Schafer worked as a Resident Assistant at Miami University, serving in Peabody Hall for nine months from 2015 to 2016 and then in Flower Hall for two years from 2016 to 2018. In these positions, he was responsible for supporting students in their residential experience, fostering community, and assisting with various administrative tasks.