Eng Del Sys Ops Coord/Sch Prin

American Electric Power; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking a seasoned Transmission RealTime Operations professional to coordinate outages, switching, and restoration activities while ensuring system stability and security.

The role requires NERC certification, relevant degrees, and several years of operations experience; you will collaborate with dispatch centers, plants, and TOPs, and may travel as needed to support outages and emergencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) years in Transmission RealTime Operations including two (2) years as Energy Delivery System Operator Principal or related senior role.
• Bachelor-level background is preferred for engineering/technical depth.
• NERC certified at Reliability Operator or Transmission Operator level and valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operation of the transmission system, restoration of service, and prearranged switching for construction/maintenance.
• Verify switching orders for removal/restoration of lines and equipment with safety policies.
• Assist in restoration after outages, including during storms and outages.
• Provide training support for system operators and participate in TOPs/TDC/RTO groups.
• Attend, review, and assist in dispatcher task qualifications as needed.

Skills

RealTime Operations

Energy Dispatch

NERC certification

Driver's license

Education

Two-year technical degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

High school diploma with power system operation or dispatching experience

Four-year ABET-accredited engineering/technical degree

Tools

TOPs switching system

Job description

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Responsible for receiving and processing outage requests for Transmission facilities for maintenance of lines and station equipment while maintaining adequate system stability and security. Coordinates activities with the various departments of the Company to maintain adequate transmission facilities and notifies proper personnel regarding outages. Responsible for assisting in the supervision of assigned personnel in carrying out the safe, efficient and continuous operation of the transmission system. Has the responsibility and authority to comply with NERC Reliability Standards regarding transmission operation in order to help ensure the stable and reliable operation of the bulk electric system.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

Responsible for coordinating the operation of the transmission system, restoration of service, prearranged switching for construction and/or maintenance.

Assist in the coordination of work that is performed in accordance with established practices and procedures by conversing with the shift lead or in the absence of the shift lead.

Verify the accuracy of switching orders for the removal and restoration of transmission lines and station equipment ensuring that all safety and departmental policies are adhered to.

Assist and support in the restoration of service as quickly as possible following emergency unplanned outages consistent with safe practices.

Act on information concerning outages or customer inquiries during normal business hours when necessary and assist with system information pertinent to forced outages during times of major storms.

Approve and coordinate facility outages, loadings and operating voltage levels with appropriate personnel in the interconnected companies, generating plants, transmission operations centers, transmission dispatching centers, and distribution dispatching centers.

Execute the guidelines in the Transmission Operations (TOPs) established policy for Outage Coordination Procedure.

Engagement in the Project Management Lead Project (PLMP) process for the execution of outages.

Approve/review one-lines in associated one-line process.

Perform Switching Audits and document in Switching Audit Database as assigned.

Assist Transmission Dispatch Center (TDC) Supervision in the training of system operators as assigned.

Fulfil assigned role in the AEP Incident Commend Center (ICS) as determined by TDC management.

Represent TDC in various TOPs/TDC or Real Time Operations (RTO) working groups as assigned.

Assist in the attestation of Dispatcher Task Qualifications activities as needed.

Responsible for the delivery of AEP Switching & Tagging training (Initial, Refresher, Contractor) to other business units as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

Education Requirements:

Two-year technical degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or a related field.

High school diploma with two (2) years of power system operation or dispatching experience required.

Four-year engineering/technical degree from an accredited ABET institution preferred.

Experience Requirements:

• In addition to any experience requirement listed above, must have a minimum of six (6) years of experience in Transmission RealTime Operations including two (2) years of experience as an Energy Delivery System Operator Principal, Energy Delivery Operations Coordinator/Scheduler Senior, Engineer Sr (TOPs), or SCC Reliability Coordinator Principal.

Licenses/Certifications:

Must be NERC certified at either the Reliability Operator or Transmission Operator level and maintain certification credentials as set forth by NERC.

Valid state driver's license required.

Other Requirements:

Ability to analyze conditions and make proper decisions quickly under emergency situations.

Ability to communicate instructions clearly and concisely.

Expected to respond after hours, nights, weekends to customer-based outage issues, outage coordination issues, assistance with outage data reporting during IC or storm scenarios.

This position may require occasional travel.

What You'll Get:

Salary Range: $115,126 - $149,664 per year

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.

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:

SP20-009

Compensation Range:

$116,255.00 - $151,132.50

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.

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