Entry-Level SCADA & Transmission Engineer

American Electric Power Co.; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Competitive pay

Educational opportunities

Job summary

American Electric Power in New Albany, OH is seeking an entry-level engineer to support SCADA, RTU, and protection/control projects. You will work under supervision to apply engineering knowledge safely and efficiently toward assigned objectives.

You will learn to identify process issues, complete complex configuration tasks, and assist with compliance and documentation. A PE license is encouraged and ABET credentials are valued as you grow with the team.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required or equivalent.
• Passing Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam encouraged for future PE licensure.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering (ABET or non-ABET) with additional credentials may be acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Identify process and tool issues and propose solutions; assist more senior staff.
• Complete RPA and RTU configuration with limited supervision; work with new and legacy aspects.
• Set alarms and basic I/O (2411) configurations for greenfield and brownfield projects; apply standards with guidance.
• Support SCADA compliance activities and assist with related documentation.
• Read electrical drawings/schematics used in engineering disciplines.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

ABET-accredited program

Tools

SCADA systems

RTU configuration

Job description

American Electric Power in New Albany, OH is seeking an entry-level engineer to support SCADA, RTU, and protection/control projects. You will work under supervision to apply engineering knowledge safely and efficiently toward assigned objectives.

You will learn to identify process issues, complete complex configuration tasks, and assist with compliance and documentation. A PE license is encouraged and ABET credentials are valued as you grow with the team.