Plant Support Spec Assc

AEP; Roanoke, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Competitive pay

Educational opportunities

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) in Roanoke, VA, seeks an Environmental Coordinator Principal to support regulatory compliance for its electric generating assets. You will coordinate permits, maintain records, and liaise with federal, state, and local agencies to ensure adherence to environmental requirements.

You’ll mentor planning staff, develop detailed outage plans, and support field operations with technical guidance while advancing safety and reliability of the grid.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education and experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in environmental regulatory compliance.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate environmental compliance programs, permit requirements, and corporate environmental policies within the assigned region, plant and project scope.
• Lead and mentor planning and outage planning for field projects; develop detailed work plans and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations; monitor and document environmental performance.
• Provide technical guidance to staff and coordinate with contractors and external agencies as needed.
• Travel to field locations for inspections and stakeholder engagement as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical acumen

Customer-focused mindset

Independent/team work

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Cority/Enviance

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Support activities and processes related to the operation of an electric generating unit composed of boilers, turbines, generators, transformers, pumps, condensers and auxiliary equipment. Perform studies and analysis related to the installation, alteration, overhaul, maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment, instruments and controls. Assist in planning major installation and maintenance projects. Coordinate and participate in productivity analysis and improvement studies.

Job Description

What you’ll do:

Essential Job Functions & Tasks

• Review, process, and interpret communication with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
• Ensure proposed activities comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including project-specific management plans and license requirements.
• Interpret and apply environmental regulatory requirements such as those including, but not limited to (FERC), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, state environmental agencies, local governments, etc.
• Maintain records and documentation to demonstrate compliance with applicable project license requirements.
• Conduct on-site inspections of property within project boundaries to assess compliance.
• Perform routine monitoring and document findings.
• Coordinate with contractors on compliance-related projects required by a project’s FERC license, or other compliance requirements from other governing agencies.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and primary point of contact for FERC compliance-related inquiries from federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
• Represent the company in meetings with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community stakeholders.
• Participate in public outreach, educational sessions, and stakeholder meetings to promote awareness and understanding of compliance related activities.
• Coordinate with other staff to monitor, update, and complete Cority/Enviance tasks and upload documentation to SharePoint to track/manage all of our compliance requirements and communication with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community stakeholders.

What we’re looking for:

Education requirements are listed below:

• Bachelors Degree in a related field or equivalent education and experience.

Work Experience requirement listed below:

• One to two years of experience in environmental regulatory compliance

Certifications:

A valid driver’s license is required.

Other preferences:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to use a computer and Microsoft Office Suite proficiently.
• Proficient technical acumen.
• A customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently in the field and in a team environment. Ability to work in the field or in an office environment. Fieldwork may involve walking uneven terrain, exposure to outdoor conditions, and occasional use of boats.
• Comfort engaging with the public and presenting information in meetings.
• Ability and willingness to travel to field locations as needed for day trips. Travel time will average less than 10%.
• Ability and willingness to travel for overnight trips, as needed. Travel time will average less than 10%.
• Ability to work occasional evening or weekend hours for public meetings, stakeholder engagement, or site inspections.
• Detail-oriented regarding compliance activities, documentation, and communication.

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

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!

Compensation

$63,496.00 - $79,369.00

Physical Demands

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: L – Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 12 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 5-6 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) When it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time, but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg c ontrols; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

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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"Knowing that I am part of team that is making the power grid safer and more reliable gives me a real sense of responsibility and enthusiasm for coming to work every day."

The Environmental Coordinator Principal is responsible for coordinating the implementation of environmental compliance programs, permit requirements, and corporate environmental policies, standards, procedures and strategic environmental goals within their assigned region, plant and project scope. Responsibilities include ensuring direct reports meet performance and development goals, providing training, guidance and other necessary support to business unit leadership and staff on applicable environmental requirements, identifying applicable environmental requirements associated with Company assets and projects, and coordinating with the appropriate business unit staff, Environmental Services representatives, contractors, and external parties to ensure compliance with environmental requirements. The Environmental Coordinator Principal should have an advanced understanding of the following environmental programs: Above ground and underground storage tanks, Transportation of hazardous materials, Solid and hazardous waste management, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures, Wastewater, storm water, groundwater, and drinking water sampling, reporting and control, Oil and chemical spill response and management, Air emissions monitoring, control and reporting, Asbestos and PCB management, Pollution prevention, Environmental site assessments, and Emergency planning, and community right-to-know. Key competencies of this position are technical expertise, planning and organization ability, problem solving, written and oral communication skills and initiative. Must be able to work autonomously and with limited to no supervision and assume manager responsibilities in the absence of direct management.

Perform in a safe and efficient manner highly skilled work necessary in the operation and maintenance of gas/oil fueled electric generating unit composed of gas/steam turbines, generators, boilers/heat recovery steam generator (HRSGs), transformers, pumps, condensers, switchyard, and related auxiliary equipment. Operate the plant in startup, shutdown, steady state mode and abnormal conditions. Direct the work of outside operators, support personnel and contractors. Participate and direct others in development of operating procedures for abnormal operating conditions. Perform highly technical and skilled work in the checking, inspecting, repair, maintenance, installation and construction of plant equipment and structures. Perform and direct others in the troubleshooting of complex problems. Perform highly technical and skilled work in conjunction with troubleshooting the malfunctions and controls logic of electrical and electronic systems, digital control systems, communication systems, instruments and control systems, interlocks, computers, annunciator systems and recorders Perform technical work in chemical analyses, industrial hygiene and environmental testing and calculations related to the operating efficiency of power plant equipment. Perform and be responsible for environmental reporting and compliance with environmental and OSHA regulations. Conduct tests, surveys and layout work on plant projects. Communicate and coordinate activities affecting safe and efficient operation of plant in an often distracting and multitasking environment. Prepare and participate in development plans for lower classification employees and provides effective feedback. Provide leadership among peers and acts as exemplary representative of company in the community.

Functions as a leader and mentor for the planning team. Leads the planning development of detailed work plans and outage plans. Develop plans by establishing measurable goals, objectives and requirements relative to specific area of responsibility. Establishes critical path, outage and maintenance work plans. Determine required labor both internal and external. Exhibits advanced level of proficiency in the planning function Work Management System(s) Reporting Tool ' Business Objects, Primavera (P6) required to leading and participating in outage / project assignments in a safe, healthy, efficient and economical manner. Ability to develop schedules along with updating and produce reports out of the scheduling software. Plan and manage unit scheduled and/or forced outages, establishes work scopes based on previous outage inspection reports, predictive, preventative maintenance, lessons learned, facility health reports, long range planning and NDE test results.

AEP offers generous time off, competitive pay, and educational opportunities to help employees advance their careers.

Our culture is purpose-driven and team-oriented: we combine innovation with a customer-first focus to deliver reliable energy and brighter futures.