Nuclear Siting Project Lead — On-site & Cross-Functional

American Electric Power; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 99,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power seeks a Nuclear Development Siting Project Manager to lead site selection and feasibility studies for advanced nuclear initiatives in Columbus, OH. The role coordinates environmental, regulatory, technical, and community evaluations to identify optimal locations for new facilities.

You will manage stakeholder engagement, permitting strategies, interconnection studies, and GIS-based analyses, advancing development from concept through early approvals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, or related field.
• 5+ years in energy project development with siting and permitting.
• Familiarity with NRC licensing requirements and NEPA review.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate siting options for nuclear projects.
• Coordinate regulatory permitting and environmental documentation.
• Lead cross-functional teams to maintain schedules and budgets.
• Prepare stakeholder communications for leadership and external partners.
• Collaborate on interconnection studies with transmission planning teams.

Skills

GIS data analysis

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

GIS software

Job description

American Electric Power seeks a Nuclear Development Siting Project Manager to lead site selection and feasibility studies for advanced nuclear initiatives in Columbus, OH. The role coordinates environmental, regulatory, technical, and community evaluations to identify optimal locations for new facilities.

You will manage stakeholder engagement, permitting strategies, interconnection studies, and GIS-based analyses, advancing development from concept through early approvals.