Nuclear GIS Specialist Sr - Nuclear Dev - Columbus, OH / Dallas, TX

American Electric Power Co.; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The Geographical Information System Specialist for Nuclear Siting at American Electric Power Co. provides geospatial analysis and mapping expertise to identify potential nuclear sites.

You will manage spatial data, run suitability analyses, and deliver maps and visualizations to inform feasibility studies and project planning. Collaborating with engineering, environmental, and regulatory teams, you will support interconnection studies by mapping grid infrastructure and ensuring regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, or related field with 3 years’ qualified experience, or an associate’s degree with 5 years’ experience.
• Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS) and spatial analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and visualization skills; ability to communicate technical findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Data Management & Analysis: manage geospatial datasets and perform spatial analyses.
• Mapping & Visualization: create maps, dashboards, and visualizations for stakeholders.
• Collaboration & Support: work with siting engineers, environmental specialists, and permitting teams.
• Compliance & Standards: ensure GIS outputs meet industry standards and data security requirements.

Skills

GIS proficiency

Spatial analysis

Data visualization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography/GIS/Environmental Science

Associate degree with 5 years experience

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Python scripting

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Location

Location: 2 Locations

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Category : Project Management/Controls

Job Summary

The Geographical Information System Specialist for Nuclear Siting supports advanced nuclear development by providing geospatial analysis and mapping expertise to identify and evaluate potential sites for nuclear facilities. This role involves managing spatial data, performing suitability analyses, and producing high-quality maps and visualizations to inform siting decisions. The GIS Specialist collaborates with engineering, environmental, and regulatory teams to integrate geospatial insights into feasibility studies and project planning.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

Data Management & Analysis

• Collect, organize, and maintain geospatial datasets including land use, environmental constraints, infrastructure, and regulatory boundaries.
• Perform spatial analyses to evaluate site suitability based on technical, environmental, and socio-economic criteria.
• Develop models for proximity analysis (e.g., transmission lines, water sources, transportation access).

Mapping & Visualization

• Create detailed maps, dashboards, and visualizations for internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Prepare GIS layers for integration into feasibility reports and presentations.

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with siting engineers, environmental specialists, and permitting teams to provide geospatial insights.
• Support interconnection studies by mapping grid infrastructure and analyzing transmission corridors.

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure GIS data and outputs meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain data security and version control for sensitive project information.

What We are Looking For:

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, or related field of study dependent upon business unit requirements with three (3) years qualified experience, or a two-year associate’s degree in the same required disciplines with five (5) years of qualified experience.
• Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS) and spatial analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and visualization skills; ability to communicate technical findings clearly.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with nuclear siting considerations, environmental constraints, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with Python or other scripting for GIS automation.
• Knowledge of NRC siting guidelines and NEPA environmental review.
• Understanding of transmission planning and interconnection processes.

What You’ll Get: - $88k - $116k

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!

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Compensation

$87,633.00 - $109,543.00

Physical Demands

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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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