David Zhong, Msee
About David Zhong, Msee
David Zhong is a Planning Engineer at American Electric Power, specializing in interconnection studies and steady-state modeling to ensure the reliability of power systems. He holds a Master's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and has experience in generation and load forecasting.
Work at American Electric Power
David Zhong has been employed as a Planning Engineer at American Electric Power since 2018. In this role, he participates in interconnection studies that evaluate the effects of renewable energy sources on the power grid. He engages in RTO-level case builds, which involve developing detailed models for regional transmission organizations. His work contributes to the reliability and efficiency of power systems.
Education and Expertise
David Zhong holds a Master's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Arkansas, which he completed from 2018 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the same institution, studying from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, he has a background in Computer Engineering with a minor from the University of Arkansas. His educational foundation supports his specialization in steady-state modeling and generation and load forecasting.
Background
David Zhong studied at the Arkansas School For Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts from 2013 to 2015, where he achieved a STEM designation. He began his career in engineering with a brief position as a PCB Design Workshop participant at the University of Arkansas in 2015. He also worked as a Cooperative Education Student at American Electric Power in 2017, gaining practical experience in the field.
Professional Experience
Prior to his current role, David Zhong gained experience as a Cooperative Education Student at American Electric Power in 2017, where he worked for three months in the Columbus, Ohio area. His early career also included a position at the University of Arkansas in 2015, where he participated in a PCB Design Workshop within the College of Engineering. These roles provided him with foundational skills in engineering and project management.