Transmission Development Analyst Prin

American Electric Power; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 116,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

American Electric Power seeks a senior strategist for the Transmission Development team to perform complex market and financial analyses and support strategic investments. The role coordinates cross-functional work streams and develops annual business plans and management presentations.

A strong emphasis is placed on researching new business models, market rules, and regulatory considerations. The successful candidate will drive growth opportunities, manage risk, and collaborate with operating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, engineering or related field.
• Graduate degree preferred.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration experience.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Lead, facilitate and formulate research strategies to complete complex Transmission Development objectives.
• Support cross-functional coordination to develop and implement objectives.
• Lead complex market research and analysis for work plans and new models.
• Communicate strategic concepts, work plans and progress reports to management.
• Coordinate communication between corporate departments and project groups.
• Adapt to changing deadlines and priorities in engagements.
• Support other Grid Solutions activities across units.
• Provide guidance and leadership to other Analysts.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Presentation software

Financial analysis

Market evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, engineering or related field

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Posting End Date

11-07-2026

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

Job Summary

Responsible for performing complex strategic analysis for the Transmission Development team including: researching and performing competitive and market analysis, evaluating new business models, performing financial analysis and modeling, supporting business responsibilities associated with current and potential future strategic investments, supporting development of annual business plans, strategic recommendations, business tactics, operational and financial improvement, and preparation of management presentations.

Overall purpose of this broad role is to support the Transmission Development team to enhance shareholder value through coordinating execution plans for growth opportunities, implementing processes to invest and manage risk, coordinating multi-disciplinary groups (i.e., operating companies, commercial teams, planning, regulatory, communications, accounting, tax, finance, etc.) for Transmission development requirements and goals.

Job Description

What You Will Do:

• Lead, facilitate and formulate research strategies to complete complex Transmission Development strategic objectives, financial reporting, analysis, and fundamentals.


• Support cross-functional coordination among AEP's shared services groups and operating companies to successfully develop and implement Transmission Development strategic objectives.


• Lead complex market research and analysis to support work plans, including evaluation of new and developing business models, market rules and policies, and regulations.


• Display expertise in researching, developing and communicating strategic concepts, work plans and progress reports for management.


• Lead and facilitate communication and issue resolution between AEP's corporate departments, operating companies, transmission and distribution organizations, and project groups.


• Demonstrate flexibility with respect to assigned tasks and engagements due to changing deadlines, changing priorities and evolving deadlines.


• Support other corporate development and Grid Solutions activities as defined across business units which require integration of cross functional work streams.


• Provide support, guidance and leadership to other Analysts.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, engineering or related field.


• Graduate degree preferred.

What We Are Looking For:

• Minimum of seven years of electric utility or related experience in business development, corporate strategy, energy marketing, financial analysis, asset management and development.


• Demonstrated experience working in cross functional teams, working on new business proposals, understanding cost and revenue structures, performing financial analysis will be a positive differentiator.


• Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Strong analytical and financial skills Detail oriented.


• Strong computer skills including presentation software and Excel


• Must possess perceptive market evaluation skills.


• Sense of commercial urgency and achievement.


• Ability to keep commercially sensitive items confidential.


• Possess a positive attitude, be a self-starter and work well in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment.

What You Will Get:

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!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-009

Compensation Range:

$116,255.00 - $151,132.50

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.