Senior Project Engineer – Generation Projects Lead

AEP; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 88,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Project Engineer to serve as the engineering lead for complex generation projects, from conceptual design through procurement and construction support. The role requires collaboration with internal teams, consultants, OEMs, and contractors to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of utility-scale assets.

The position spans simple cycle and CCGT plants, solar, wind, storage, and retrofit initiatives.

Qualifications

• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering activities for generation capital projects.
• Schedule and lead engineering meetings with project stakeholders.
• Provide regular engineering progress updates to the project team and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering activities among AEP, developers, AE/Architects, and OEMs for generation projects.
• Coordinate design efforts with internal teams and external partners.
• Travel to generation facilities as needed, including overnight trips.
• Lead design reviews and respond to RFIs.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Project management

Engineering leadership

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

PE license encouraged

Job description

American Electric Power in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Project Engineer to serve as the engineering lead for complex generation projects, from conceptual design through procurement and construction support. The role requires collaboration with internal teams, consultants, OEMs, and contractors to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of utility-scale assets.

The position spans simple cycle and CCGT plants, solar, wind, storage, and retrofit initiatives.