Engineer Staff - Consulting Engineer

American Electric Power•Columbus, OH

About The Position

Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing highly advanced engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge to accomplish assigned objectives safely, effectively, efficiently, and economically. The role demonstrates expert knowledge in a specialized technical area and serves as the company’s highest-level resource in that area. The position leads AEP system-wide engineering activities and project development in specialized areas, influences technical direction across the AEP system, and develops and implements plans to address system-wide issues. It identifies and resolves highly complex problems, presents complex technical subjects to senior management and external organizations, builds professional networks, and makes accountable technical decisions that may affect system operations, business objectives, and strategic direction. The role focuses on Bulk Electric System operations and reliability, including transmission planning, protection and control systems, transmission and substation design, and field operations. Experience with NERC Reliability Standards and compliance activities is highly desirable. This posting covers two grade levels; the stated minimum qualifications apply to Engineer Staff, with higher education, skill, and experience requirements for Consulting Engineer.

Requirements

Typically 10 or more years of related engineering experience with a bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program; or 8 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 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 and experience with Bulk Electric System operations and reliability principles, including transmission planning, protection and control systems, transmission and substation design, and transmission and substation field operations.
Expert proficiency and knowledge in a specialized technical area.
Ability to analyze technical and regulatory requirements, assess compliance risks, and collaborate across engineering, operations, and compliance functions.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) registration in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is preferred, unless waived by the organization's EVP.
Experience applying NERC Reliability Standards, reviewing compliance-related documentation, and supporting compliance programs, audit activities, and evidence management is highly desirable.
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is preferred.
Confirmation is preferred to ensure that a PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced engineering work and projects in a safe, effective, efficient, and economical manner.
Serve as the highest-level company resource and recognized authority in a specialized technical area.
Lead AEP system-wide engineering activities and project development in specialized areas.
Develop, recommend, and implement plans addressing AEP system-wide issues within the area of expertise.
Identify, resolve, and initiate solutions to highly complex problems requiring specialized knowledge or techniques.
Prepare and present complex technical subjects to senior management, professional organizations, and regulatory bodies.
Build teams and professional networks across AEP and with other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia.
Make and take accountability for technical decisions that may affect the AEP system, business objectives, and strategic direction.
Apply engineering knowledge to support Bulk Electric System operations and reliability, including transmission planning, protection and control, transmission and substation design, and field operations.
Analyze technical and regulatory requirements, assess compliance risks, and collaborate across engineering, operations, and compliance functions to support reliability and compliance objectives.