Engineer ; SPP Outage Planning
Listed on 2026-09-05
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Posting End Date 09-13-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job SummaryResponsible to the assigned supervisor for performing highly advance engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.
Job DescriptionWhat You’ll Do:
- Technical Expertise:
Exhibits the highest level of proficiency and expert knowledge of a specialized technical area that enables the engineer to serve as the expert and highest level resource for the company in that area. - Leadership & Guidance:
Leads AEP system-wide activities in specific areas of engineering. - Leads project and development activity related to specific, unique, and/or highly specialized areas of engineering application.
- Influences the direction of thinking throughout the AEP system as a recognized authority in an area of expertise.
- Planning & Organization Ability:
Develops, recommends, and implements plans to address AEP system-wide issues within specialized field of technical expertise. - Problem Solving & Initiative:
Identifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to highly complex problems that are unique to the company and industry and requires extensive specialized knowledge of equipment and/or problem solving techniques, or the development of knowledge and techniques. - Communication:
Leads in the preparation and presentation of the most complex technical subjects, clearly, concisely, and persuasively, bringing in ancillary issues before senior management, professional organizations, regulatory bodies, etc. - Interpersonal
Skills:
Builds teams and networks that extend through AEP, and other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia. - Decision Making:
Makes decisions that are likely to impact the AEP system, business objectives and strategic direction. Possesses the knowledge and experience to make and take full accountabilities for all technical decisions. - Business Awareness & Characteristics:
Demonstrates the ability to make their area of expertise a strategic asset of the AEP system.
- Has typically acquired 10 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*; or 8 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico
** is preferred for this position. - Individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.
- Acceptable alternative is: (1) a Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
** Confirmation is preferred to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards. - ** VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with an Non ABET accredited program
Onsite in New Albany OH.
What You’ll Get:- Engineer Staff: $145k- 160k
- In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well‑being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (On-Site) Compensation Data Compensation Grade: SP20-010 Compensation Range: $ - $
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the…
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