Data Scientist

SouthWestern Electric Power Co; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in the United States is seeking a Data Analytics professional to conduct intermediate data analysis, build reports, and create visual dashboards to support management decisions. You will leverage SQL, R/Python Excel Hadoop Tableau SAS SPSS for data mining, validation, and hypothesis testing in a team-driven environment.

Responsibilities include developing analytical tools, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering concise written reports and dashboards that

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, data science, computer science or related field.
• 2 years of relevant work experience required.
• Strong knowledge in SQL, Power BI, PeopleSoft, Cognos BI, and variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop moderately complex analytical tools to solve high-value business problems across AEP.
• Proficiently utilize analytical tools and data management skills to provide actionable business intelligence.
• Continue building and acquiring business knowledge across the organization and utilize knowledge to perform meaningful analyses.
• Identify and acquire data pertinent to solving business problems.
• Develop components of predictive and prescriptive systems to optimize operations and support strategic initiatives.
• Apply data visualization tools to large data sets to enhance data understanding.
• Develop concise, meaningful written reports and provide oral presentations.
• Develop reporting dashboards that meet business needs for status, trends, and variances.
• Collaborate with technology and business units to operationalize meaningful reports and dashboards of industry practices.

Skills

Variance analysis

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, data science, computer science or related technical field

Tools

SQL

Power BI

PeopleSoft

Cognos BI

Job description

Job Posting End Date 11-15-2026

Job Summary Responsible for conducting intermediate analysis on various data types to uncover hidden patterns and unknown correlations to support business and management decisions. This includes data mining, data auditing, aggregation, validation, and reconciliation. Build reports for management as well as conducts basic hypothesis tests (contextualize basic levels of complexity). Utilizes analytics and statistical software such as SQL, R, Python, Excel, Hadoop, Tableau, SAS, SPSS, and others to perform analysis and interpret data. Create visual dashboards.

Job Description ***Must be authorized to work for any employer without restrictions or special permits. This job posting does not support visa sponsorship or STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT)***

What You’ll Do:

• Develop moderately complex analytical tools to solve high-value business problems across AEP.
• Proficiently utilize analytical tools and data management skills to provide actionable business intelligence.
• Continue building and acquiring business knowledge across the organization and utilize knowledge to perform meaningful analyses.
• Identify and acquire data pertinent to solving business problems.
• Develop components of predictive and prescriptive systems to optimize operations and support strategic initiatives.
• Apply data visualization tools to large data sets to enhance data understanding.
• Perform research to keep abreast of industry practices.
• Utilize inquiry skills to obtain a clear understanding of business processes and needs.
• Work with stakeholders to determine value that additional information derived from proper analysis could provide.
• Collaborate with technology partners to develop data acquisition and data management practices.
• Develop concise, meaningful written reports and provide oral presentations.
• Develop reporting dashboards that meet business needs for status, trends, and variances.
• Collaborate with technology and business units to operationalize meaningful reports and dashboards of industry practices.
• Consult with business unit partners to identify, prioritize, and develop actionable insights, providing analyses across a variety of core business areas.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: Bachelors degree in mathematics, operations research, statistics, economics, data science, computer science or related technical field is required.
• Experience: 2 years of relevant work experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
• Strong knowledge in SQL Database Management, Power BI, PeopleSoft, Cognos Business Intelligence, and Variance analysis with prior utility company experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience with analytics packages, such as SAS, R, SPSS

What You’ll Get:

• 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.
• 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 making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

• Compensation Grade: SP20-007
• Compensation Range: $87,633.00 - $109,543.00

The 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.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We’re redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry.

Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.