Lead Senior Project Engineer - Multi-Discipline Energy

Jobtailor; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an AEP Engineering Lead to drive complex, multidisciplinary generation projects from design through closeout. You will coordinate with engineers, architects, OEMs, and regulators while leading design reviews and ensuring progress visibility.

Requirements include ABET-accredited engineering education and PE licensure or imminent licensing, with 2–8+ years of related experience depending on seniority. Travel 25% nationwide within the AEP footprint is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program or acceptable alternative qualifications
• Engineer SG7: 2+ years of related engineering experience
• Engineer SG8: 4+ years with bachelor's or 2+ years with master's/PhD
• Engineer SG9: 8+ years with bachelor's or 6+ years with master's/PhD
• Engineering Technology bachelor's degree candidates must obtain a PE license
• PE registration preferred or encouraged; required for Principal unless waived by EVP
• Mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology preferred
• Travel 25% outside of Ohio within the AEP footprint during construction
• Ability to work onsite in Shreveport, Louisiana, Kenova, West Virginia, or Columbus, Ohio

Responsibilities

• Serve as the AEP Engineering Lead for complex, multidisciplinary generation projects
• Lead projects through conceptual and detailed design, procurement, construction support, commissioning, and closeout
• Develop and manage Engineering Work Plans
• Lead Engineering Design Reviews and respond to RFIs
• Coordinate engineering activities among AEP teams, developers, architects/engineers, OEMs, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders
• Schedule and lead engineering meetings
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and direction to engineers
• Provide regular engineering progress updates to project teams and stakeholders
• Support construction and facilitate project closeout activities
• Travel to AEP generation facilities, including occasional overnight trips
• Analyze complex problems, risks, options, and inputs to support project decisions

Skills

Project Management

Engineering Design Reviews

Technical Leadership

Multi-Discipline Oversight

Communication

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering degree

PE License

Mechanical Engineering degree preferred

Tools

Engineering Work Plans

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking an AEP Engineering Lead to drive complex, multidisciplinary generation projects from design through closeout. You will coordinate with engineers, architects, OEMs, and regulators while leading design reviews and ensuring progress visibility.

Requirements include ABET-accredited engineering education and PE licensure or imminent licensing, with 2–8+ years of related experience depending on seniority. Travel 25% nationwide within the AEP footprint is expected.