Engineer - Engineer Sr (Protection and Controls Engineer)

aep; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 88,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP in New Albany, OH is hiring engineers at multiple grade levels to perform entry to senior engineering tasks under the assigned manager, applying safe, effective and economical approaches. You will contribute to areas such as system production, distribution standards and plant operations, lead teams, plan projects and present complex technical subjects to management and regulatory bodies.

The on-site role offers a competitive compensation package and benefits; salary ranges reflect grade

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in engineering and 2+ years of related engineering experience.
• Master's degree in engineering may be considered for entry at this level.
• Alternative: non-ABET Bachelor's plus Master's or PhD from ABET-accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits advanced technical knowledge and serves as a resource in engineering areas.
• Leads and coordinates work activities within teams and departments.
• Plans and controls scheduling, resources and cost for complex problems.
• Identifies and implements multi-disciplinary solutions with system-wide impact.
• Prepares and presents complex technical subjects to management and regulatory bodies.

Skills

ABET

PE license

Leadership

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

PhD in engineering

Job description

Job Posting End Date

10-23-2026 Please 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 entry level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• Technical Expertise : Exhibits advanced level proficiency plus advanced knowledge of a specialized technical area that enables the engineer to serve as a resource for the company in an area such as system production, underground systems, extensive control systems, thermo-hydraulic control systems, distribution standards, fossil or nuclear plant operations, etc.
• Leadership & Guidance: Influences the direction of thinking throughout the organizational unit as a recognized authority in an area of expertise. Leads, facilitates and coordinates work activities of others within work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company and assumes the role of project or function manager for assigned tasks.
• Planning & Organization Ability: Develops, recommends, and implements plans that include all scheduling, resource, and cost information and control required to address complex engineering problems that require the input and efforts of a wide array of entities both internal and external to the company.
• Problem Solving & Initiative : Identifies, clarifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to complex problems that require multi-functional, or organizational, interfacing and/or multi-disciplined analytical techniques. Develops opportunities and new ideas and approaches that have system-wide impact.
• Communication: Leads in the preparation and presentation of complex technical subjects, clearly, concisely, and persuasively, bringing in ancillary issues before senior management, professional organizations, regulatory bodies, etc. Projects credibility and competence on technical issues and has highly developed presentation skills.
• Interpersonal Skills : Builds teams and networks that extend through AEP, and other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia. Networks throughout AEP, other companies, professional organizations, and regulatory agencies.
• Decision Making: Possesses the experience and knowledge to make some technical decisions based on calculated risks without management review. Makes decisions affecting long range plans and goals based on analysis of highly uncertain input and outcomes. Visualizes long-term results. Makes decisions where differences of opinion are likely to exist. Makes decisions that have an impact across organizational boundaries.
• Business Awareness & Characteristics : Demonstrates vision in identifying business opportunities for the organizational unit. Understands how strategies and decisions impact the relationship with our customers and suppliers.

What We're Looking For:

Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement.

Engineer (Grade 7)

Salary Range-$87,633-$109,544

• Has typically acquired a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET* along with two or more years of related engineering experience.
• Individuals with a Master's degree in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET* may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.

*ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Acceptable alternative is:

• (1) a 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 an Non ABET accredited program

Engineer Sr. (Grade 08)

Salary Range- $98,993-$128,689

• Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*; or 2 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*;
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico** is encouraged and preferred. *ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Acceptable alternative is:

• (1) a 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.** Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
• **VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with an Non ABET accredited program.

Where You'll Work:

On-Site in New Albany, OH

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enha