Civil Engineer (Transmission Line)

American Electric Power; Roanoke, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Civil Engineer – Transmission Line to join the team. You will design and oversee transmission line projects, evaluate structure types, foundations, and conductors, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure safe, reliable grid construction.

The role offers exposure to geotechnical analysis, design tools like PLS-CADD, and growth through mentorship and project experience in critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited civil engineering degree required or equivalent plus licensure progress (EIT preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; collaboration with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan and scope transmission line projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Select and evaluate transmission structure types.
• Review geotechnical reports and foundation recommendations.
• Design transmission structure foundations.
• Perform conductor tension, sag, and clearance evaluations.
• Develop transmission line designs using PLS-CADD.
• Support project scheduling, cost estimating, and execution.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

EIT certification

PLS-CADD

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Master's degree or PhD in engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

## Civil Engineer (Transmission Line)Apply: Roanoke, VA: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: End Date: October 2, 2026 (11 days left to apply): R19146**Job Posting End Date**10-02-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**Job Summary**This role is responsible to the assigned manager for performing engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.**Job Description****Civil Engineer – Transmission Line Engineering****Help Build the Grid of the Future**Join AEP's Transmission Line Engineering team and play a key role in designing and delivering the infrastructure that powers millions of homes and businesses. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-impact transmission projects while developing expertise in structural, geotechnical, and transmission line engineering.**What You'll Do*** Plan and scope transmission line projects* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders* Select and evaluate transmission structure types* Review geotechnical reports and foundation recommendations* Design transmission structure foundations* Perform conductor tension, sag, and clearance evaluations* Develop transmission line designs using PLS-CADD* Support project scheduling, cost estimating, and project execution**Why AEP?*** Work on critical infrastructure projects that impact millions of customers* Gain experience with industry-leading transmission design tools* Collaborate with experienced engineers and subject matter experts* Grow your technical and leadership skills through mentorship and hands-on project experience* Help modernize and strengthen the electric grid**Note: *This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Engineer Associate level, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Engineers.*****What We're Looking For*** Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline in a program accredited by ABET\\** Strong analytical and problem-solving skills* Interest in structural, geotechnical, or utility infrastructure design* Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment* Strong written and verbal communication skills* EIT certification or progress toward licensure preferred*\\*ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.*Acceptable alternative is:* Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.**\\*\\*VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a Non-ABET accredited program****Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do** 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**Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**SP20-007**Compensation Range:**$74,551.00 - $128,688.00The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.