Telecom Consultant

American Electric Power; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Telecommunications Consultant SG7 to support enterprise transport operations. The role covers installation, configuration and performance analysis of fiber optic, microwave and P.25 radio systems, with emphasis on operation and maintenance of transport networks.

The ideal candidate has a technical degree or equivalent experience, and will participate in a rotating on-call schedule, with travel to multiple on-site locations including New Albany, OH and Fort

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, telecommunications, or related field of study.
• Or Associate’s degree in field mentioned above with 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Or HS diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support AEP Fiber Optic, Microwave and P.25 800Mhz radio systems (Transport Systems).
• Shared 24x7x365 on-call with 6 other engineers
• Break/Fix support of AEP Transport network systems
• Remotely support project-based field change control work associated with deploying Fiber Optic, Microwave and P.25 radio systems
• Follow the AEP change management process and AEP standard for changing any configuration in the network including peer reviews on field transport impacting changes
• Documentation upkeep – ServiceNow Asset, Monitoring Systems, Process Docs, Timekeeping, Goal Performance, Status Reporting, Change Control
• Project Task and time scheduling management/meetings

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team coordination

Education

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

Associate’s degree + 2 years relevant experience

HS diploma/GED + 4 years relevant experience

Tools

ServiceNow Asset

Monitoring Systems

Job description

Job Posting End Date

10-05-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

This position will directly support the enterprise network transport operations. Participates in the installation, configuration, and performance analysis of transport network technologies with a primary focus on operation and maintenance for transport networks to include; Fiber Optic Cable, DWDM, Ciena, Nokia, Ribbon, Icons, Microwave (Aviat), and P25 radio systems. Candidate should have a strong understanding of transport network and demonstrate the ability to analyze, troubleshoot, coordinate, and resolve complex issues and projects.

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

• Support AEP Fiber Optic, Microwave and P.25 800Mhz radio systems (Transport Systems).
• Shared 24x7x365 on-call with 6 other engineers
• Break/Fix support of AEP Transport network systems
• Remotely support project-based field change control work associated with deploying Fiber Optic, Microwave and P.25 radio systems
• Follow the AEP change management process and AEP standard for changing any configuration in the network including peer reviews on field transport impacting changes
• Documentation upkeep – ServiceNow Asset, Monitoring Systems, Process Docs, Timekeeping, Goal Performance, Status Reporting, Change Control,
• Project Task and time scheduling management/meetings

What we’re looking for:

Telecommunications Consultant SG7

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, telecommunications, or related field of study
• Or Associate’s degree in field mentioned above with 2 years of relevant work experience
• Or HS diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant work experience required.

Experience:

• 2 years of relevant work experience in addition to any experience mentioned above.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Driver’s License is Required.
• undefined_In addition:_Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide 24x7 support.Occasional travel required. Where you’ll work: This role sits on site in New Albany, Ohio, Corpus Christi, Texas, Fort Wayne, Indiana, Roanoke, Virginia, Shreveport, Louisiana OR Tulsa, Oklahoma
• What you’ll get: __Telecommunications Consultant SG7($87,633-$109,544) In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.** Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!**
American Electric Power (On-Site)**** $87K- $109K / Year #LI-Onsite #AEPCareers #telecommunications

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Possess intermediate level knowledge of communications technologies and inter-networking principles. Demonstrate competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle assignments of moderate complexity. (e.g., by dividing the problem into component steps, and performing the analysis necessary to complete each step.)Exhibit understanding for pertinent telecom equipment, materials, systems and business processes.Exhibit ability to understand interrelationships between systems and component equipment.

Demonstrate ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processesCollaborate with others within the work group, department, or other corporate entity as necessary to complete routine activitiesProvide cross-training to other employees as assignedInitiate corrective action when project objectives are not being metCommunicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrate the ability to extrapolate beyond known facts to reach logical conclusions.

Demonstrate an attitude and desire to listen to and satisfy both internal and external customers who use and depend upon their organizational unitUse initiative in looking for opportunities and presenting new ideas and new approaches Relate to people in an open, friendly and sincere mannerEffectively lead and facilitate meetingsUse initiative in looking for opportunities to increase job knowledge and technical skills.

Core Competencies: Continuous improvement, team player, assume positive intent, safety first focus, continuous learning, professionalismOccasional travel required.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-007

Compensation Range:

$87,633.00 - $109,543.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.