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The role of a Transmission Line Engineer on the Digital Transmission Line Model (DTLM) Team includes the development, maintenance, and governance of the AEP DTLM. The DTLM is the central repository and source of record for PLS-CADD as-built files for AEP’s Transmission Line Assets. The role requires creative thinking and problem solving to find solutions that satisfy all customers/stakeholders, as well as assuring the models meet strict safety and design standards. Ideal candidates should have scoping, design, engineering, and material procurement experience with large electrical transmission line design projects, or on similarly complex design and construction projects.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop, maintain, and govern the AEP Digital Transmission Line Model (DTLM), which is the central repository and source of record for PLS-CADD as-built files for AEP’s Transmission Line Assets.

• Develop, maintain, and implement the standards associated to the DTLM, including processes, procedures, and best practices.

• Develop new DTLM Record Models in PLS-CADD using LiDAR or various other survey methods.

• Mentor team members on various subjects including, but not limited to DTLM processes and procedures, TLE basic principles, and AEP Safety and Culture as needed.

• QA/QC new and existing DTLM Record Models created by internal and external engineers to ensure alignment with our standards.

• Identify new DTLM collaboration points with other business units and collaborate with these groups to maximize the DTLM data usage and value.

• Supervise and review work of outside consultants as needed.

• Ensure all work activities are performed safely according to plan and established schedules in accordance with policies, standards and rules of the company and in compliance with regulations and procedures required by external agencies.

• Take a leadership role in the Transmission Line Engineering organization. Function as a Lead Subject Matter Expert on multiple topics.

Minimum Requirements:

Engineer Associate Grade 05: ($79,500 - $81,000)

This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil preferred) 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 (Grade 06-07): ($85,000 -$105,000)

Has typically acquired two (2) - four (4) or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil preferred) in a program accredited by ABET*

Individuals with a Master’s degree in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET* may be considered for entry into the organization at Grade 06 level.

*ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

• Acceptable alternatives are:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. or
• 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.

*In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers opportunity for an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package available to you on day one of your employment. We also offer a retirement package including a 401K and Benefit Pension Plan. Our unique benefits package aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Other Skills Needed:

• Prior experience in structural design, foundation design, construction, and/or surveying is preferred with the exception on Engineer Associates (Grade 05).

• Experience and/knowledge of transmission line specific design, structure modeling and plan and profile development is desired. Candidates without this experience will need the ability to quickly gain proficiency.

• Proficiency with PLS-CADD line design software is desired. Candidates without this software experience must quickly gain proficiency in these and other required applications.

• Competence with AutoDesk AutoCad and Inventor, and/or Bentley Microstation is desired.

• Proficiency with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) is required.

• Knowledge of NESC (National Electrical Safety Code) Code and current industry standards is preferred.