Planning Siting Specialist

American Electric Power • New Albany, OH

21h

About The Position

The role is responsible for siting activities for multi-million-dollar electric transmission line and substation projects. Projects can range from small scale to hundreds of miles in length, traversing multiple states. A successful candidate will understand the full range of issues related to the successful siting and routing of a transmission project and will be accountable for making sound recommendations and decisions. Areas of expertise include environmental (cultural, natural and visual resource assessment), utility corridor siting (utility regulatory requirements, stakeholder interaction, and permitting requirements) and project management. Siting specialist will work in designated regions and states, based on location. Planning Siting Specialist- Planning Siting Specialist Sr.

Requirements

• Technical Expertise: Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office computer applications is desired.
• Excellent written, organizational, presentation, oral communication, and time management skills. The ability to handle multiple projects and assignments is critical.
• Planning and Organization: Travel requirements are expected 25-30% of the time. Must have a valid driver's license, the ability to rent a vehicle, and the ability to drive 3 - 6 hours at time to attend site visits, meet with landowners, or participate in open houses and stakeholder meetings.
• Business Awareness: May require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules.
• Overnight travel to facilities and projects (field work) is required.
• Position requires travel and exposure to situations which require knowledge, understanding, and adherence to applicable safety procedures, and ability to hike or walk one to three miles on occasion.
• Planning Siting Specialist: (Grade 06) Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Land Use Planning, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related field. Experience: Two – three (2-3) years total industry related experience and/or education
• Planning Siting Specialist Sr: (Grade 07) Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Land Use Planning, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related field. Experience: 5 - 8 years industry related experience and/or education with at least two years of direct siting experience preferred.
• Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office computer applications is desired.
• Excellent written, organizational, presentation, oral communication, and time management skills. The ability to handle multiple projects and assignments is critical.
• Travel requirements are expected 25-30% of the time. Must have a valid driver's license, the ability to rent a vehicle, and the ability to drive 3 - 6 hours at time to attend site visits, meet with landowners, or participate in open houses and stakeholder meetings.
• May require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules.
• 2) Overnight travel to facilities and projects (field work) is required.
• 3) Position requires travel and exposure to situations which require knowledge, understanding, and adherence to applicable safety procedures, and ability to hike or walk one to three miles on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that transmission siting activities are performed in accordance with the policies, practices and standards of the Company and regulations and procedures as required by federal, state or local regulatory agencies.
• Organize the siting studies and proposed route selection activities to meet in-service dates and ensure compliance.
• Oversee the oversight of outsourcing related to siting and regulatory approvals of transmission lines and substations.
• Work interdependently with a multidisciplinary project team to identify buildable, cost-effective routes and facilities which minimize environmental impacts.
• Liaison with other key team members.
• Assist in and prepare environmental assessments and siting studies (written documentation) for transmission facility projects.
• Coordinate regulatory and local zoning applications (writing, exhibits, testimony, interrogatories, schedule, etc.)
• Develop and monitor schedules to complete siting tasks and manage identified risks and cost estimates.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings and public open houses.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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!

What This Job Offers

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