Full-Time

Station Electrical Engineer / Engineer Senior

Updated on 3/14/2025

American Electric Power

American Electric Power

Compensation Overview

$85.1k - $106.4kAnnually

Mid, Senior

New Albany, OH, USA

5-day onsite work model effective June 1st.

Category
Electrical Engineering
Power Systems Engineering
Requirements
  • 4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET
  • 2 years of related engineering experience along with a Master’s degree in engineering from a program accredited by ABET
  • PhD in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET may be considered
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred
Responsibilities
  • Possesses advanced knowledge and performs varied assignments with proficiency in the application of theory and analytical techniques to solve diverse problems
  • Coordinates work activities of others within the work group, department, or other corporate entity as necessary to perform routine engineering work
  • Performs routine engineering activity independently
  • Provides training and guidance to lower-level employees
  • Resolves and initiates solutions to routine and/or moderately complex problems
  • Helps coordinate the work of other engineers in an efficient and effective manner
  • Leads aspects of team effort
Desired Qualifications
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is preferred
American Electric Power

American Electric Power

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Company Size

N/A

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Columbus, Ohio

Founded

1906

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • AEP's $1.7 billion investment will improve reliability and power availability.
  • Recognition by Forbes enhances AEP's reputation as a top employer.
  • Exploring SMR sites positions AEP as a leader in nuclear innovation.

What critics are saying

  • Potential delays in transmission upgrades could lead to increased costs.
  • Donna A. James' departure may affect AEP's strategic direction.
  • Long-term financial commitments for large load customers may deter potential clients.

What makes American Electric Power unique

  • AEP is investing $1.7 billion in transmission upgrades in the PJM region.
  • AEP is recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes.
  • AEP is exploring Small Modular Reactor sites in Indiana and Virginia.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Company News

Investing.com
Mar 10th, 2025
Mizuho raises AEP stock price target to $106 from $93

In a separate development, AEP announced that Donna A. James, a member of its Board of Directors, will not seek re-election at the 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, citing personal reasons.

Moody on the Market
Mar 4th, 2025
AEP recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes

Parent company to Indiana Michigan Power, American Electric Power has been recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes magazine.

PR Newswire
Mar 3rd, 2025
Aep Recognized As One Of America'S Best Large Employers

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) was named on Forbes magazine's America's Best Large Employers 2025 list. AEP also placed seventh in the utilities category."It is an honor to be recognized as one of America's best large employers and a top company in the utilities industry," said Bill Fehrman, AEP president and chief executive officer. "This honor is a testament to our commitment to empowering our employees and creating an environment where they can succeed. We strive for our employees to feel supported and valued."Forbes partnered with Statista to compile the list based on an independent survey from a sample of more than 217,000 workers in the United States working for companies that employ at least 1,000 people. The participants were asked to rate their employer based on criteria such as salary and wage, work environment, opportunities to advance and the likelihood of recommending their employer to others. The 498 companies that received the highest total score were placed on the list.About AEPOur team at American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) is committed to improving our customers' lives with reliable, affordable power

Energy News
Mar 3rd, 2025
American Electric Power invests $1.7 billion to upgrade transmission network in PJM region

American Electric Power invests $1.7 billion to upgrade transmission network in PJM region.

PR Newswire
Feb 27th, 2025
Aep Affiliates Selected To Complete Approximately $1.7 Billion Of Transmission Investments In Pjm Region

Transmission system upgrades approved by PJM BoardInvestments will improve reliability and deliver more power to meet growing demandCOLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP), and its competitive transmission affiliate Transource Energy, LLC1 (Transource Energy) will invest approximately $1.7 billion in transmission system upgrades to improve reliability and increase power availability in states throughout the PJM footprint including Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia. The companies' proposals were selected by the PJM Board to address forecasted conditions that would create reliability concerns."Energy demand is growing at a pace our nation has not seen in decades. Building or upgrading our infrastructure to continue delivering reliable power is essential to fueling economic growth and meeting the needs of our customers," said Bill Fehrman, AEP president and chief executive officer. "Our experience building the largest transmission system in North America made us an ideal candidate to help address the needs that PJM identified during their planning process. Our teams are ready to get to work engaging with our communities and stakeholders and are excited about being part of powering additional economic development opportunities in the region."These projects were proposed through the Regional Transmission Expansion Plan (RTEP) process