Data Engineer - Smartsheet & PowerBI Specialist

Job Posting End Date

09-27-2025

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Job Summary

WHO WE ARE:
The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees….the best in the business! We’re proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!

In this job, you are responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing complex engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.

Job Description

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!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Position Title: Data Engineer - Smartsheet & PowerBI Specialist

Overview: We are looking for a proactive and skilled Data Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will utilize your engineering expertise to create and manage Smartsheets and PowerBI dashboards that support the optimization of new and existing processes across the organization. You will play a key role in transforming data into actionable insights that enhance operational efficiency and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement Smartsheets and PowerBI dashboards to visualize and analyze data for various organizational processes.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into effective data solutions.

• Extract, transform, and load (ETL) data from various sources to ensure that dashboards provide accurate and up-to-date information.

• Conduct in-depth data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for process improvements.

• Ensure the integrity and quality of data through rigorous testing and validation processes.

• Provide technical support and training to team members on how to utilize Smartsheets and PowerBI effectively.

• Monitor and optimize dashboard performance, making enhancements as needed to improve user experience and functionality.

• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in data engineering, visualization, and analytics to continually improve processes and tools.

• Work with cross-functional teams to identify and address challenges related to data accessibility and usability.

WHAT YOU'LL HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*

• Proven experience in data engineering, analytics, or a similar role with a focus on dashboard creation using Power BI and Smartsheet.

• Strong understanding of data management principles, ETL processes, and database technologies.

• Proficient in data visualization techniques and tools, with a keen eye for design and usability.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Strong communication skills, capable of presenting complex data insights to diverse audiences.

• Familiarity with programming languages such as SQL, R, or Python is preferred but not mandatory.

Data Engineer Assoc (SG-5) $72,000 - $77,057.

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

Acceptable alternative is:

•  A 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.

Data Engineer (SG6): ($72,380 - $90,475)

• Has typically acquired 2 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*.

• Individuals with a Mas