Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer – OT/IT Focus

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

Job summary

American Electric Power in Columbus, OH seeks an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to define design basis for I&C systems and support retrofit and new-generation projects. You will collaborate with AE and EPC firms, manage OT networks, and implement cybersecurity practices to protect control systems.

The role requires engagement with internal and external stakeholders and contribution to technical specifications, EPC documentation, and self-build proposals in a dynamic utility environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Or 2+ years of related engineering experience with a Master’s or PhD in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is preferred unless waived by the EVP.
• ABET accreditation and related requirements are described in the job posting.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement design basis expectations for I&C systems with AE and EPC partners.
• Ensure OT and IT systems meet design requirements and follow industry best practices.
• Manage the OT network and devices for system integration and communication.
• Apply cybersecurity best practices to protect control systems.
• Engage with OEMs during RFx processes to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Support development of retrofit and new-generation equipment scopes and self-build proposals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop safe, reliable control strategies.
• Assist in reviewing technical specifications and EPC designs.

Skills

Control theory

Technical documentation

OT/IT security

Data analysis

MS Excel

SQL

SharePoint

SAMA diagrams

CEMS/renewables familiarity

Strong communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

PE license preferred

Tools

Thin clients

Server hardware

Network equipment

Instrumentation software

Job description

American Electric Power in Columbus, OH seeks an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to define design basis for I&C systems and support retrofit and new-generation projects. You will collaborate with AE and EPC firms, manage OT networks, and implement cybersecurity practices to protect control systems.

The role requires engagement with internal and external stakeholders and contribution to technical specifications, EPC documentation, and self-build proposals in a dynamic utility environment.