Principal Steam Generation Engineer

American Electric Power Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 116,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Columbus, OH, seeks an experienced engineer to lead and manage advanced design projects for steam generation equipment across the AEP fleet. You will ensure safe, reliable operation and implement efficient technological solutions.

Responsibilities include coordinating with teams and contractors, overseeing design basis development, risk assessments, and technical programs. The role requires mentoring staff and flexing to emergent support when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering ABET-accredited.
• 8+ years engineering experience for SG9 with BA, or 6+ years with MS/PhD.
• PE license in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own engineering design basis and technical oversight of new steam generation projects.
• Collaborate with project teams, OEMs, and EPC contractors on plant design and specifications.
• Apply risk management to support business objectives while ensuring safety.
• Mentor engineers and develop fleet-wide technical programs.

Skills

Technical oversight

Risk management

Mentoring

Root cause analysis

Safety awareness

Travel 20%

Overtime 10%

Education

ABET-accredited BEng

ABET-accredited MS/PhD

PE license preferred

Tools

ASME Code

NFPA

Job description

American Electric Power in Columbus, OH, seeks an experienced engineer to lead and manage advanced design projects for steam generation equipment across the AEP fleet. You will ensure safe, reliable operation and implement efficient technological solutions.

Responsibilities include coordinating with teams and contractors, overseeing design basis development, risk assessments, and technical programs. The role requires mentoring staff and flexing to emergent support when needed.