Project Engineer Senior/Principal

American Electric Power Co.; Moundsville (WV); On-site; USD 99,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power seeks a Project Engineer to lead complex generation projects, guiding conceptual and detailed design, procurement, and commissioning. You will coordinate internal teams, external partners, and regulators to ensure safe, reliable, and cost‑effective delivery of utility‑scale assets.

The portfolio spans new builds and major retrofits across simple cycle, CCGT, solar, wind, and energy storage. Travel may be required; a PE license is encouraged.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related engineering experience with ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree.
• Or 2+ years with Master's/PhD in ABET-accredited program.
• PE license in any US state or Puerto Rico encouraged/preferred.
• Bachelor’s in Engineering Tech acceptable with PE license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Engineering Work Plan.
• Lead the Engineering Design Review process and respond to RFIs.
• Coordinate design efforts with internal AEP teams and external partners.
• Provide support during construction and facilitate project closeout.
• Provide regular updates on engineering progress to project team and stakeholders.
• Travel to AEP generation facilities as needed.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program (Bachelor's)

ABET-accredited engineering program (Master's/PhD)

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing complex engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.

Job Description

Multiple positions available

Note: This position is posted in a range. The final grade and compensation offered will be based on the successful candidate's education, experience, and relevant skills.

Overview: The Project Engineer serves as the AEP Engineering Lead for complex, multi‑disciplinary Generation Projects, spanning the full project lifecycle with a primary focus on conceptual and detailed design, procurement, and technical support during construction and commissioning. This role provides technical leadership and coordination across internal engineering teams, external consultants, OEMs, EPC contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure safe, reliable, cost‑effective delivery of utility‑scale power generation assets.

The portfolio includes both new‑build and major retrofit initiatives, such as:

• Simple Cycle Gas Turbine Plants


• Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Plants


• Utility‑Scale Solar Facilities


• Wind Generation Projects


• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)


• Environmental Retrofit and fuel Conversion Projects for existing thermal plants

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage Engineering Work Plan.


• Lead the Engineering Design Review process and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs).

• Coordinate design efforts with internal AEP teams (Engineering, Operations, IT/Technology) and external partners (Developers, Architects/Engineers, Original Equipment Manufacturers, regulatory agencies).

• Provide support during construction and Facilitate project closeout activities to ensure timely and efficient completion.

• Provide regular updates on engineering progress to the project team and stakeholders.

• Travel to AEP generation facilities as needed, including occasional overnight trips.

What you'll do

• Lead, facilitate and coordinate the overall engineering activities among AEP, Developer, Architect Engineer (A/E), and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) for Generation capital projects.


• Schedule and lead Engineering meetings, with project stakeholders.


• Provide regular engineering progress updates to the project team and stakeholders.

What we're looking for:

Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Senior level, with increased educational, skill or experience requirements for higher level roles.

Engineer Senior SG8

• Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*;


• Or 2 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*;


• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico** is encouraged and preferred.


• Individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.

Engineer Principal SG9

• Has typically acquired 8 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*;


• Or 6 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*.


• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico** is preferred for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP.*ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.


• Individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.

** Confirmation is preferred to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

**ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

**VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with an non-ABET accredited program

• Travel 25% outside of Ohio within the AEP footprint during construction phase of the projects


• Mechanical engineers and mechanical engineering technologist preferred


• Experience overseeing multi-discipline engineering work is preferred.

This position is open to qualified candidates throughout the AEP footprint.

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.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

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!

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Compensation

$98,993.00 - $151,132.50

Physical Demands

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.

“AEP offers an outstanding group of people to be a part of. The AEP culture values your integrity and awards your hard work.”

In this role, you'll be responsible to the assigned manager for performing intermediate level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.

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A P&C Field Technologist Associate is responsible for performing work associated with the programming, operation, testing and maintenance of fundamental protection and control devices and related equipment. P&C’s primary focus is understanding control circuitry and utilizing computer-based testing and analysis of devices and equipment that includes, but is not limited to, digital relays, electromechanical relays, intelligent electronic devices, Station Disturbance Recorders (SDR), Digital Fault Recorders (DFR), system event recorders, Remote Terminal Units (RTU’s) and station SCADA systems (dispatcher remote control systems), statistical load metering, telemetering and potential/current transducers. Additionally, will maintain and operate all power line carriers (PLC), tone, pilot wire, fiber and associated P&C communications over the power grid network. Within the discipline of P&C, will occasionally respond to emergency callouts at electrical substations and coordinate prompt restoration of service to customers as required. This list is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions. Employee may perform miscellaneous, related, and incidental work in addition to that specifically outlined below.

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.