David Silver
About David Silver
David Silver is a Principal Engineer specializing in Interconnection Studies at American Electric Power, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in electrical engineering, having previously held senior positions at American Electric Power and Xcel Energy, and holds degrees from Brigham Young University and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
Current Role at American Electric Power
David Silver serves as Principal Engineer – Interconnection Studies at American Electric Power (AEP). He has held this position since 2015 and is based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In this role, he provides critical input for the AEP-PJM generator interconnection process, participating in Feasibility and Facility Study kick-off calls. His responsibilities involve analyzing interconnection requests and ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
Previous Experience at American Electric Power
Before his current role, David Silver worked at American Electric Power as a Senior Electrical Engineer in East Transmission Planning from 1990 to 2008. During his 18 years in this position, he remained in the same group under the same manager, demonstrating continuity despite changes in position and group responsibilities. His long tenure at AEP reflects his commitment to the organization and its objectives.
Experience at Xcel Energy
David Silver worked at Xcel Energy as Principal Engineer for PSCo Transmission Planning from 2008 to 2015. His role in the Greater Denver Area involved overseeing transmission planning activities, where he applied his extensive knowledge and experience in electrical engineering to facilitate effective energy transmission solutions.
Education and Expertise
David Silver holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Brigham Young University, where he studied from 1981 to 1988. He also earned a Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, completing his studies in 1989. He has expertise in Siemens-PTI’s MUST transmission system contingency analysis program, which is integral to his work in interconnection studies.