Senior Protection & Controls Engineer (PE-Eligible)

American Electric Power Co.; New Albany, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. is seeking an Engineer Sr (Protection and Controls) in New Albany, OH, on-site. The role requires advanced engineering expertise, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver critical protection and control projects.

The position emphasizes planning, problem solving, and effective communication with stakeholders, including senior management and regulatory bodies. PE licensure is encouraged and veteran engineers may advance to higher grades.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program or equivalent.
• Master's degree or PhD considered for entry at higher grade; non-ABET option with ABET advanced degree.
• PE license encouraged and preferred; ensure alignment with NCEES standards for PR if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits advanced technical proficiency and serves as a resource in protection and control engineering.
• Leads, facilitates, and coordinates work within the team and assigns tasks.
• Develops plans including scheduling, resources, and cost for complex engineering problems.
• Identifies and resolves complex problems using multi-disciplinary approaches.
• Prepares and presents technical topics to senior management, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders.
• Networks across AEP and with external entities to support projects.

Skills

Technical expertise

Leadership guidance

Planning & organization

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Business awareness

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Engineering

Master's or PhD in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license encouraged

Job description

American Electric Power Co. is seeking an Engineer Sr (Protection and Controls) in New Albany, OH, on-site. The role requires advanced engineering expertise, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver critical protection and control projects.

The position emphasizes planning, problem solving, and effective communication with stakeholders, including senior management and regulatory bodies. PE licensure is encouraged and veteran engineers may advance to higher grades.