Civil Engineer (Transmission Line)

American Electric Power; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Ohio seeks a civil engineer to plan, scope, and design transmission line infrastructure, including foundations and conductor evaluations.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Eng, ABET accredited, and ideally EIT licensure progress, with strong analytical and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

You will work with stakeholders to advance grid modernization initiatives using PLS-CADD and cost-efficient project planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or an ABET-accredited discipline.
• EIT certification or progress toward licensure preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, scope, and design transmission line infrastructure.
• Evaluate foundations and conductors for safety and efficiency.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support grid modernization.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Technical communication

Collaboration

Project planning

Cost estimation

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

Responsible for planning, scoping, and designing transmission line infrastructure, including structure foundations and conductor evaluations. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders and using PLS-CADD to ensure safe and efficient grid modernization.

Requirements:

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related ABET-accredited discipline. EIT certification or progress toward licensure is preferred, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Key Skills:

• Transmission Line Design
• Structural Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering
• PLS-CADD
• Foundation Design
• Conductor Tension Evaluation
• Sag and Clearance Evaluation
• Project Planning
• Cost Estimating
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Technical Communication
• Collaboration