Senior Transmission Line Engineering Leader

AEP Service Corporation; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 137,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a senior Transmission Line Engineering manager to lead a TLE team in expanding and upgrading transmission facilities. You will coordinate with Project Management, develop designs, and ensure adherence to industry standards while prioritizing safety and reliability.

The role emphasizes leadership, engineering excellence, and collaboration with diverse groups to meet capital and regulatory objectives for the grid of the future.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in engineering teams with strong people management.
• Deep understanding of transmission line engineering and design processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, supervise and manage engineering and design of system transmission line facilities.
• Coordinate with Project Management to complete design, drawings and BOMs per standards.
• Ensure activities align with TLE standards and provide technically sound solutions.
• Provide engineering support for operation and maintenance of transmission lines.
• Maintain owner records and produce reports for regulatory/compliance needs.
• Interact with ROW, project management, and operating staff to meet goals.

Skills

Leadership

Transmission line engineering

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited B.E./B.S. in Engineering

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking a senior Transmission Line Engineering manager to lead a TLE team in expanding and upgrading transmission facilities. You will coordinate with Project Management, develop designs, and ensure adherence to industry standards while prioritizing safety and reliability.

The role emphasizes leadership, engineering excellence, and collaboration with diverse groups to meet capital and regulatory objectives for the grid of the future.