Civil/Structural Engineer Principal/New Generation
About The Position
The Civil/Structural Engineer supports gas, coal, renewable, and new-generation power projects by establishing design basis requirements and providing civil and structural engineering oversight throughout project development, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operation. The role covers site development, grading, drainage, foundations, structural steel, buildings, equipment supports, roads, utilities, and other plant infrastructure. The position works closely with A/E firms, EPC contractors, OEMs, and internal stakeholders to ensure designs meet performance, reliability, constructability, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. It also supports RFx activities, self-build projects, and long-term asset management. This is an on-site role based in Columbus, Ohio; Shreveport, Louisiana; Tulsa, Oklahoma; or Charleston, West Virginia. The position is classified as Engineer Principal SG9.
Requirements
- At least 8 years of related engineering experience with a bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program; or at least 6 years of related engineering experience with a master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- A bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology may satisfy the degree requirement if the candidate obtains a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.
- An acceptable alternative is a bachelor's degree in non-ABET-accredited engineering plus a master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering from a university with an ABET-accredited bachelor's program.
- Strong understanding of structural steel, reinforced concrete, foundations, site development, drainage, stormwater, earthwork, and utility systems.
- Knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards, including AISC, ACI, ASCE, IBC, AWS, and NPDES/SWPPP.
- Familiarity with geotechnical engineering principles, hydrologic/hydraulic analysis, construction practices, and power plant infrastructure.
- Strong communication, technical writing, and cross-functional coordination skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering document management systems.
- Ability to perform varied engineering assignments and apply theory and analytical techniques to solve diverse problems and complete extensive analysis.
- Ability to perform routine engineering activities with minimal direction, make decisions within established policies and procedures, and identify risks and problems beyond routine work.
- Ability to coordinate routine project work, support cost forecasting and planning, and use scheduling techniques such as CPM, PERT, and flow charts.
Nice To Haves
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is preferred, unless the organization's EVP approves a waiver.
- Confirmation is preferred to ensure a PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop civil and structural design criteria, standards, and specifications.
- Perform and review engineering analyses, calculations, drawings, specifications, and construction deliverables.
- Support site grading, drainage, stormwater management, foundations, structural steel, buildings, roads, paving, and utilities.
- Coordinate geotechnical, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and I&C interfaces.
- Review OEM and vendor equipment loads, anchorage, installation constraints, and support requirements.
- Support permitting, environmental compliance, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Provide construction support, including RFIs, inspections, QA/QC, shop drawing review, NCR resolution, and as-built documentation.
- Evaluate retrofit and modification projects and support lifecycle asset management planning.
- Support project estimates, schedules, procurement activities, and technical evaluations.
- Coordinate work activities of others and provide training and guidance to lower-level employees.
- Coordinate development of cost forecasts and use scheduling techniques for budget and planning activities.
- Initiate corrective action when project objectives are not being met.
- Develop, review, or present technical reports, studies, and analyses.
- Coordinate with stakeholders and resolve conflicts to build consensus.
Benefits
- AEP offers a comprehensive benefits package intended to support and enhance employees’ overall well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
