Kirk Schneider
About Kirk Schneider
Kirk Schneider serves as the Manager of Transmission Settlements at American Electric Power, where he has worked since 2012. He has a background in Electrical and Agricultural Engineering from Texas A&M University and has developed analytical tools to address metering issues throughout his career.
Current Role at American Electric Power
Kirk Schneider serves as the Manager of Transmission Settlements at American Electric Power, a position he has held since 2012. In this role, he focuses on ensuring accurate calculations of operating company system loads, as well as accounting for system load, sales, and losses. Schneider is based in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area and has contributed to the organization for over a decade in this capacity.
Previous Experience at American Electric Power
Before his current role, Kirk Schneider worked at American Electric Power in various capacities. He served as a Senior Load Research Analyst from 2000 to 2008, where he developed analytical tools to identify and resolve metering issues. Following this, he was the Manager of Quality Control and Audit Compliance from 2008 to 2012, where he focused on ensuring compliance and quality in operational processes.
Education and Expertise
Kirk Schneider holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University, where he studied from 1975 to 1978. He furthered his education with a Master of Science in Agricultural Engineering from the same institution, completing his studies from 1979 to 1980. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in load research and transmission settlements.
Analytical Skills and Tools Utilized
In his roles, Kirk Schneider has developed and utilized analytical tools to address metering issues for interconnections, generation, and major customers. He employs software such as SAS and Excel to analyze large data sets, identifying inconsistencies and uncovering meter errors. Additionally, he creates reports and documentation that simplify complex meter systems, aiding in troubleshooting and understanding.