Senior Telecom Network Engineer – IP/OT Core

American Electric Power; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 99,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Telecom Consultant Senior/Principal to design, implement, and support IP network technologies across Transmission, Distribution, and Generation environments. The role covers OT networks as well as CORE and Backbone networks, with vendor tech such as Cisco, Arista, Palo Alto.

The position offers multiple locations including Columbus, OH and Tulsa, OK, with opportunities for advancement within a structured career path.

Qualifications

• Plans, installs, configures, troubleshoots, and analyzes performance of telecommunication networks and systems.
• Maintains compliance with company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Leads and coordinates work activities and may act as project manager for assigned tasks.
• Demonstrates knowledge of AEP networks and standards; participates in standard development.

Responsibilities

• Plans, evaluates, designs, installs, configures, troubleshoots, and analyzes performance of telecommunication networks and systems; resolves technical issues.
• Coordinates and monitors work activities using approved applications and tools for projects; prepares cost estimates and documentation.
• Leads and coordinates work activities within the group; may assume project manager role for tasks.
• Demonstrates ability to develop new approaches and leverage experts to meet objectives.
• Collaborates to improve business processes and supports cross-functional teams.
• Occasional travel required.

Skills

Driver's license

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/engineering technology/computer science/telecommunications

Associate degree + 2 years experience

HS diploma/GED + 4 years experience

Tools

Cisco

Arista

Palo Alto

Cisco SDWan Manager

Cisco FMC

Cisco FND

SolarWinds

Arista CloudVision

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking a Telecom Consultant Senior/Principal to design, implement, and support IP network technologies across Transmission, Distribution, and Generation environments. The role covers OT networks as well as CORE and Backbone networks, with vendor tech such as Cisco, Arista, Palo Alto.

The position offers multiple locations including Columbus, OH and Tulsa, OK, with opportunities for advancement within a structured career path.