Connor Mc Cauley
About Connor Mc Cauley
Connor McCauley is a Distribution Planner at American Electric Power in Roanoke, Virginia, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a B.S. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Virginia Tech and has experience in project management and reliability assessments for electrical systems.
Work at American Electric Power
Connor Mc Cauley has served as a Distribution Planner at American Electric Power since 2019. In this role, he manages a reliability program that focuses on identifying high-risk circuit breakers and determining the funding needs for their replacement. His responsibilities include approving Distributed Generation requests, which ensures that the power grid can accommodate the variability of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind. Additionally, he conducts oil and winding analysis on transformers to evaluate their health and operational capabilities during emergencies.
Education and Expertise
Connor Mc Cauley studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Virginia Tech, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2015 to 2018. Prior to that, he attended Virginia Western Academy, focusing on Engineering from 2013 to 2015. His educational background has equipped him with the technical knowledge necessary for his role in the energy sector, particularly in areas related to electrical systems and reliability.
Background
Before joining American Electric Power, Connor Mc Cauley gained practical experience as an intern at Inmotion in 2017 for three months. This internship provided him with insights into the industry and helped him develop skills relevant to his current position. His early education and internship experience laid the foundation for his career in electrical engineering and distribution planning.
Achievements
During his tenure at American Electric Power, Connor Mc Cauley developed a Project Value Ranking tool designed to prioritize projects based on capacity and reliability across substations and circuits. He also led the regional rollout of Distribution Automatic Controlled Reclosers, a prototype initiative aimed at reducing power outages by sectionalizing impacted areas. These contributions reflect his commitment to enhancing the reliability and efficiency of the power distribution system.