P&C Field Technologist Associate – Entry‑Level Engineer

AEP; Niles, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) in Niles, MI is seeking an entry-level P&C Field Technologist Associate. You will support testing, calibration, switching, and maintenance of protection and control devices across voltage levels, with on-site installations and problem-solving duties.

Ideal candidates hold an ABET-accredited EE/ET degree and show willingness to learn, read schematics, and maintain precise records. Travel and outdoor work may be required.

Qualifications

• Possesses technical knowledge from an ABET-accredited degree program in engineering technology or electrical engineering.
• Gains familiarity with standards, codes, and regulations related to protection and control.
• Begins with defined tasks under supervision and expands as knowledge grows.
• Reads electrical schematics to verify installations match design.
• Maintains records and reports for tests and equipment performance.

Responsibilities

• Test, calibrate, and troubleshoot protection and control devices periodically.
• Assist with switching at all voltage levels under dispatch instruction.
• Maintain test equipment and keep accurate records and drawings.
• Install, test, and commission P&C systems for projects; coordinate with on-site leads.
• Read schematics and verify electrical installations meet design specs.

Skills

Technical communication

Troubleshooting basics

Reading schematics

Test equipment operation

Education

ABET-accredited EE/ET program

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

American Electric Power (AEP) in Niles, MI is seeking an entry-level P&C Field Technologist Associate. You will support testing, calibration, switching, and maintenance of protection and control devices across voltage levels, with on-site installations and problem-solving duties.

Ideal candidates hold an ABET-accredited EE/ET degree and show willingness to learn, read schematics, and maintain precise records. Travel and outdoor work may be required.