Engineer Sr. - Engineer Prin.

American Electric Power • Tulsa, OK

10d • $98,993 - $151,133 • Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you'll be responsible to the assigned manager for performing advance engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives. This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Engineer Sr level, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Engineers.

Requirements

• Has typically acquired four (4) or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; or
• Two (2) years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET;
• 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: 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.

Nice To Haves

• Civil Engineering Degree Highly Preferred
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred.
• VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a Non-ABET accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits advanced level proficiency plus advanced knowledge of a specialized technical area that enables the engineer to serve as a resource for the company in an area such as system production, underground systems, extensive control systems, thermo-hydraulic control systems, distribution standards, fossil or nuclear plant operations ,etc.
• Influences the direction of thinking throughout the organizational unit as a recognized authority in an area of expertise.
• Leads, facilitates and coordinates work activities of others within work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company and assumes the role of project or function manager for assigned tasks.
• Develops, recommends, and implements plans that include all scheduling, resource, and cost information and control required to address complex engineering problems that require the input and efforts of a wide array of entities both internal and external to the company.
• Identifies, clarifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to complex problems that require multi-functional, or organizational, interfacing and/or multi-disciplined analytical techniques. Develops opportunities and new ideas and approaches that have system-wide impact.
• Leads in the preparation and presentation of complex technical subjects, clearly, concisely, and persuasively, bringing in ancillary issues before senior management, professional organizations, regulatory bodies, etc.
• Projects credibility and competence on technical issues and has highly developed presentation skills.
• Builds teams and networks that extend through AEP, and other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia. Networks throughout AEP, other companies, professional organizations, and regulatory agencies.
• Possesses the experience and knowledge to make some technical decisions based on calculated risks without management review.
• Makes decisions affecting long range plans and goals based on analysis of highly uncertain input and outcomes.
• Visualizes long-term results.
• Makes decisions where differences of opinion are likely to exist. Makes decisions that have an impact across organizational boundaries.
• Demonstrates vision in identifying business opportunities for the organizational unit.
• Understands how strategies and decisions impact the relationship with our customers and suppliers.
• Plan and scope T-Line projects
• Communicate with stakeholders
• Structure type selection
• Geotechnical Report evaluation
• Design of multiple foundation types
• Wire tension & clearance evaluation
• PLS-CADD Design
• Perform field visits (~10% travel)

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior