Station Engineer Senior-Principal

Job Posting End Date
10-31-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary Each of the positions in the Engineering job family is responsible for performing engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient manner for the accomplishment of assigned objectives.

Job Description

What you’ll do:

The following are activities that will be performed, but not limited to:

Provide engineering for substation capital projects

Complete grounding, lightning shielding, and lighting studies

Prepare station configuration and layouts

Work with project planners to develop substation solutions

Develop station project functional and detail scoping documents working with all project stakeholders

Assist project managers with the development and maintenance of station engineering activities and deliverables within Primavera P6 project schedules

Oversee work performed by internal designers or consulting engineering firms on the design of select projects

Provide support to construction and professional field service personnel to resolve issues and concerns during the construction phase of projects

Collaborate with various departments during the course of the project

What we’re looking for:

Note:

This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Senior level, with increased educational, skill or experience requirements for higher level roles.

Engineer Senior SG8

Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*;

Or 2 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 encouraged and preferred

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:

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 required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

Engineer Principal SG9

Has typically acquired 8 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*;

Or 6 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's 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 unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP.
* 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:

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.
* ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
* VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with an Non-ABET accredited program

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.

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