TSOE Tools & Analytics Engineer

American Electric Power; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking an entry-level/early-career engineer to support transmission modeling, data analysis, and system improvements. The role collaborates with Transmission Engineering and IT to deliver data-driven insights and reliable infrastructure performance.

Responsibilities include maintaining dashboards, validating data quality, and supporting automation across TPS and facility ratings tools. ABET-accredited degree and FE/PE readiness are valued. On-site in New Albany, OH.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required or equivalent.
• FE exam passed encouraged for PE licensure.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with ABET accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for applications, databases, dashboards, and automation used by Transmission Engineering and related teams.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance software for transmission modeling, workflows, and business processes.
• Create SQL/Oracle queries to analyze engineering data and provide actionable information to leadership.
• Design and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports for transmission operations and FAC-008 compliance.
• Support TPS, ODMS, and facility ratings tools; validate data quality and coordinate corrective actions.
• Review outage requests and engineering records to assess impacts on models and systems of record.
• Perform root cause analysis of data quality issues and process failures; drive improvements.
• Collaborate across engineering, IT, vendors, and stakeholders to modernize data systems.
• Provide SME knowledge on transmission system modeling and related standards.

Skills

Transmission modeling

NERC compliance

Data analytics

APIs & integration

Power BI development

SQL & Oracle

Programming (Python/.NET)

Data governance

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Bachelor's in engineering

Master's in engineering

PE license (preferred)

Tools

SQL

Oracle

Power BI

Python

.NET

PowerShell

API integration

Job description

Job Posting End Date

10-23-2026

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

Job Summary

Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing entry level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.

Job Description

What You’ll Do

• Providing technical support for TSOE-owned applications, databases, reports, dashboards, and automation solutions used by Transmission Engineering, Operations, Ratings & Configuration, and Configuration Management organizations.
• Developing, maintaining, and enhancing software applications, scripts, APIs, reports, and integrations used to support transmission modeling, facility ratings, engineering workflows, and business processes.
• Creating and supporting SQL, Oracle, and other database queries to analyze engineering, operational, and compliance-related data and provide actionable information to engineering and leadership teams.
• Designing, developing, and maintaining Power BI dashboards, performance metrics, and reporting solutions that improve visibility into Transmission operations, Configuration Management activities, FAC-008 compliance, and engineering performance.
• Supporting Transmission Planning System (TPS), ODMS, facility ratings processes, and related transmission modeling tools by validating data quality, identifying discrepancies, and coordinating corrective actions.
• Reviewing outage requests, asset changes, engineering records, and system data to identify potential impacts to transmission models, facility ratings, and systems of record.
• Performing root cause analysis of data quality issues, model discrepancies, reporting inaccuracies, and process failures to identify improvement opportunities and enhance data integrity.
• Collaborating with engineering, operations, IT, vendors, and external stakeholders to define requirements, implement enhancements, and support modernization of TSOE applications and data systems.
• Providing subject matter expertise related to transmission system modeling, facility ratings, MLSEs, electrical asset data, Configuration Management, and applicable NERC and industry standards.
• Identifying and implementing opportunities to automate manual processes, improve engineering efficiency, reduce compliance risk, and increase the accuracy and accessibility of transmission system data.

What we're looking for

Engineer Associate SG6

• This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*;
• Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.

Engineer SG7

• Has typically acquired a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET* along with two or more years of related engineering experience.
• Individuals with a Master's degree in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET* may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
• Individuals with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Acceptable alternative

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
• VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with an Non ABET accredited program

In addition

• Transmission system modeling (TPS, ODMS, PSSE, bus/branch concepts)
• Facility Ratings and FAC-008 knowledge
• NERC compliance understanding
• SQL and Oracle database experience
• Power BI development
• Python, .NET, PowerShell, or other programming experience
• API and system integration experience
• Data analytics and business intelligence
• Understanding of transmission assets, stations, transmission lines, relays, and ratings methodology

This role requires schedule flexibility. Candidates should expect to work outside of standard business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The ability to work non-traditional hours and adapt to changing schedules is essential for success in this position.

Where you’ll work

• This is an onsite position reporting to either of these location- New Albany, OH, Corpus Christi, TX.
• This role sits on site in New Albany, Ohio.

What you'll get

• Engineer Associate SG6 ($84,000-$90,000)
• Engineer SG7 ($89,000-$110,000)

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)

$84K- $110K / Year

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade

SP20-006

Compensation Range

$74,551.00 - $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.