Technician Prinicipal

American Electric Power•New Albany, OH

12d•$87,633 - $109,544•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing advanced technical work and related activities associated with the planning, engineering, design, analysis, research, development, testing, construction, maintenance, and operation of Company equipment and facilities. This role involves building complete construction work order packets for underground network customer projects, partnering with engineers to convert intent into buildable field packages, and managing project execution details to meet in-service dates. The technician will maintain project management discipline, respond to requests with urgency, and apply advanced underground field knowledge to validate constructability in urban environments. They will identify job site risks, recommend solutions, perform technical calculations, select correct materials, and use work management software proficiently. The role also includes leading and coordinating work activities, assuming project manager responsibilities with minimal oversight, reviewing the work of others, organizing special projects, and demonstrating strong problem-solving skills. Communication of technical issues and promotion of a collaborative work environment are key, as is making technical decisions with calculated risk judgment.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields, with a minimum of 6 years of related utility industry work experience.
OR High school diploma or GED, with a minimum of 8 years of related utility industry work experience, including experience in work activities and projects requiring technical engineering knowledge.
Meets expectations of a Technician Senior level.
Valid Driver’s license
Work in both office and field environments, including frequent visits to active construction sites in urban areas
Walk, stand, and navigate uneven terrain, job sites, vaults, and right of way areas for extended periods
Enter and inspect underground structures such as manholes and vaults (in accordance with safety and enclosed space requirements)
Lift and carry materials, tools, and equipment
Climb ladders and access below grade structures as needed to support inspections and constructability reviews
Work in varying weather conditions while performing field assessments and supporting construction activities
Maintain situational awareness and adhere to all safety practices when working near energized electrical equipment and active construction zones

Responsibilities

Build complete construction work order packets for distribution underground network customer projects, from design intake through crew ready release
Partner with distribution underground network engineers to convert engineering intent into clear, buildable field packages that reduce rework and field questions
Serve as the primary funnel point for design and construction steps across underground network customer projects, keeping work moving end to end
Manage project execution details to meet committed in service dates by tracking milestones, dependencies, and constraints
Maintain strong project management discipline by organizing tasks, driving action items to closure, and escalating risks early
Respond to customer and internal requests with urgency and professionalism, providing timely updates and strong customer experience
Apply advanced underground field knowledge to validate constructability in dense urban environments, including duct systems, manholes, access constraints, and phased construction needs
Identify job site risks and practical limitations by reviewing existing conditions, drawings, and field information, then recommending workable solutions
Demonstrate advanced technical proficiency and unique knowledge to help the team select effective courses of action and solve complex technical problems
Perform technical calculations and apply strong math fundamentals to support safe, accurate, and reliable work packages
Select and verify correct material items and compatible units to ensure the work package matches standards, inventory requirements, and crew installation practices
Use work management software proficiently, learn new tools quickly and maintain data quality across systems
Lead and coordinate work activities within the work group as needed, including facilitating handoffs between engineering, construction, planning, and external stakeholders
Assume project manager responsibilities for assigned tasks, coordinating scope, schedule, and deliverables with minimal oversight
Review planned work of others when assigned, providing quality checks, constructability feedback, and recommendations that improve outcomes
Organize and lead special projects or task forces as assigned, working effectively across team-oriented groups
Demonstrate strong problem solving and initiative by proposing creative, practical solutions and encouraging continuous improvement
Communicate technical issues clearly and credibly through strong written documentation, effective presentations when needed, and consistent day to day coordination
Promote a collaborative work environment that values the combined skills of the team and strengthens shared understanding
Make technical decisions using calculated risk judgment with little or no management review, while recognizing downstream impacts to customers and field execution
Show business awareness by understanding how technical choices affect cost, schedule, safety, reliability, and customer relationships