Structural Engineer Senior - Principal

American Electric Power•Columbus, OH

19h•$98,993 - $151,133

About The Position

The Structural Engineer is responsible to an assigned supervisor for performing complex engineering work and projects, applying engineering knowledge to accomplish objectives safely, effectively, efficiently, and economically. The role covers Senior and Principal engineer levels and includes structural engineering for complex systems and projects in both office and field settings. Work may involve designing concrete, steel, masonry, wood, sheet piling, and fiber-reinforced plastic structures and components used at electric generating facilities, and completing projects from initiation through completion. The engineer reviews consultant engineering designs, calculations, and drawings, and conducts infrastructure inspections and assessments at electric generating facilities. Inspections may cover ductwork, stacks, bridges, tanks, river cells, and other components, with inspection reports prepared as required. The position includes technical leadership, coordination and guidance of other engineers, problem solving, decision making, reporting, presentations, and effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The role requires travel of up to 20% to support outage and plant needs, with day trips and overnight trips that may last up to a week or longer. Work schedules may need adjustment to meet project requirements, and some overtime is required. At power stations, personal protective equipment is required, and the work environment may include hazardous or uncomfortable conditions indoors and outdoors.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program and typically at least 4 years of related engineering experience for the Engineer Senior level; alternatively, a master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering from an ABET-accredited program and at least 2 years of related engineering experience.
For the Engineer Principal level, a bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program and typically at least 8 years of related engineering experience; alternatively, a master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering from an ABET-accredited program and at least 6 years of related engineering experience.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology may satisfy the degree requirement when accompanied by a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.
An acceptable alternative is a non-ABET bachelor's degree in engineering plus a master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering from a university with an ABET-accredited bachelor's program.
Valid state driver's license, which must be maintained.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify solutions to unusual and complex problems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including comfort conducting presentations and participating in panel discussions.
Ability to work collaboratively and build consensus, function as a team leader and member, and network across disciplines and organizations.
Ability to prepare clear, concise, effective technical reports and lead meetings.
Ability to adjust normal work schedule as required by assigned tasks or projects and availability to work some overtime.
Ability to travel up to 20%, including day trips and overnight trips that may last up to a week or longer.
Ability to follow company policies, practices, standards, and rules and comply with external agency regulations and procedures.
When visiting power stations, ability to use required PPE, including a hard hat, eye and hearing protection, and steel-toed shoes with distinctive heels and non-slip soles; a respirator fit test may be required for unit inspection support.
When visiting power stations, ability to work around hot surfaces, dust, grease, hazardous fumes and chemicals, loud noises, operating machinery and equipment, and indoor and outdoor weather extremes.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) registration in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred for the Engineer Senior level.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is preferred for the Engineer Principal level, unless the organization's EVP approves a waiver.
Working knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
Experience using structural modeling and design software such as STAAD or RISA.

Responsibilities

Perform structural engineering for complex systems, activities, and projects in office and field settings.
Design structures and components made of concrete, steel, masonry, wood, sheet piling, and fiber-reinforced plastic for electric generating facilities.
Manage project work from initiation through completion.
Review engineering designs, calculations, and drawings submitted by consultants.
Conduct infrastructure inspections and assessments at electric generating facilities and prepare inspection reports.
Provide technical guidance, training, and direction to other engineers; coordinate and lead engineering work activities.
Interpret codes and regulations and develop standards relevant to the assigned area.
Identify, analyze, and resolve routine and complex engineering problems, including problems involving inadequate or conflicting data.
Prepare, review, and present complex technical reports and subjects to management, professional societies, regulatory bodies, and other audiences.
Lead and facilitate meetings, presentations, and training sessions.
Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including other AEP resources, OEMs, and AEs.
Make engineering and project decisions, assess risks, and consider impacts on departmental operations, budgets, customers, and business goals.
Travel to support plant and outage needs and comply with site safety requirements.