Senior Substation Protection & Control Engineer

AEP Service Corporation; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER is seeking entry to senior level engineers for Roanoke, VA. You will work on protection and control for high-voltage substations, analyze transmission systems, and support project life-cycles from conception to completion.

Positions span grade levels with progression opportunities; ABET-accredited engineering degrees are required, and PE licensure is encouraged for future certification. On-site work in Roanoke includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Passing Fundamentals of Engineering exam is encouraged for future PE licensure.
• Entry to mid-level roles with progression paths available.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review relay protection and control activities for substation projects.
• Prepare and review P&C scopes and engineering settings for substations.
• Model system impedances and conduct short circuit fault studies.
• Provide engineering support during installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with customers and regulators to ensure project success.
• Review transmission planning proposals and provide P&C feedback.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Project management

Maintenance

Documentation

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure encouraged

Job description

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER is seeking entry to senior level engineers for Roanoke, VA. You will work on protection and control for high-voltage substations, analyze transmission systems, and support project life-cycles from conception to completion.

Positions span grade levels with progression opportunities; ABET-accredited engineering degrees are required, and PE licensure is encouraged for future certification. On-site work in Roanoke includes a comprehensive benefits package.