Nuclear GIS Specialist Sr. | NUCLEAR DEVELOPMENT

AEP Service Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 88,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary incentives

401(k)

Pension

Health insurance

Vacation

Educational assistance

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Geographical Information System Specialist for Nuclear Siting to provide geospatial analysis and mapping for evaluating potential nuclear site locations. You will manage spatial data, run suitability analyses, and produce high-quality maps to inform feasibility studies and project planning.

Collaborating with engineering, environmental, and regulatory teams, you will integrate geospatial insights into siting decisions, ensure data quality and compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with GIS experience per unit requirements.
• Proficiency in GIS software and spatial analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and visualization skills; ability to communicate technical findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Collect 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.
• Create detailed maps, dashboards, and visualizations for internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ensure GIS data and outputs meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

GIS software proficiency (ArcGIS, QGIS

Spatial analysis

Data visualization

Communication findings

Education

Bachelor's degree Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, or related field

Associate’s degree in the same required disciplines with five years of qualified experience

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

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.

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'RE LOOKING FOR

Bachelor's degree Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, or related field of study dependent upon business unit requirements with three (3) years qualified experience; OR, 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

In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including: discretionary short-/long-term incentives, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.

WHO WE ARE

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!

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (on-site) Compensation Data

Compensation Grade: SP20-007

Compensation Range: $88,000.00 - $115,000.00

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.

At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.