Station Engineering Design Standards – Engineer - Engineer Sr

Job Posting End Date

07-29-2025

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

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Engineer to join the Substation Standards Department at AEP.

You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting substation engineering standards for voltages ranging from 12kV to 765kV. The position provides technical support to engineering, construction, and field services teams, ensuring designs meet project schedules and quality standards. The role involves creating electrical drawings and collaborating with stakeholders to support capital and O&M projects, helping to minimize delays and improve operational efficiency.

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

• Perform intermediate to advanced level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.
• Provide engineering support for the creation and maintenance of Substation Standards Drawings including but not limited to Electrical Plans, Electrical Details, One Line Diagrams, Engineering Notes, etc. This will require communication and collaboration with cross departmental stakeholders and the need to provide guidance to the designers responsible for the CAD work and ensuring the design considerations and project schedules are met.
• Possesses advanced knowledge and performs varied assignments with proficiency in the application of theory and analytical techniques to solve diverse problems and complete analyses. Technical responsibilities will be assigned based on the candidate’s experience/background, skills or department needs. Major areas could include topics such as grounding, lightning/shielding, electrical connections, station service, Insulation coordination, Fuses, Conductor Ampacity, etc.
• According to the level of experience, the successful candidate must be knowledgeable in the general application of the following in substation design practices (performed by others):   protective relay schemes and controls; structural and foundation installations and station construction, operation and maintenance performance concerns.  Familiarity with the NEC, NESC and the ability to research its requirements is desirable and requires some application.
• Work with personnel in multiple departments in order to determine support needs, resolve issues and develop the effective solutions taking into consideration cost, schedule, constructability, and operations and maintenance requirements.
• Participate and lead meetings as required. Perform site visits to substations sites as needed to support existing or new projects or initiatives. System travel expected (<10%). Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law

What We're Looking For:

Basic Qualifications: Engineer (Grade 6):

Salary Range- $72,380 - $90,475.

• Education/Experience:  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 Master's degree in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET* may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
• *ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Acceptable alternative is:

• 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.

Basic Qualifications: Engineer (Grade 07):

Salary Range-$85,081- $106,353.

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET* with typically Four (4) or more years of related engineering experience or a Master’s Degree in Engineering along with 2 years of related engineering experience.  
• Individuals with a PhD in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET* may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico** 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.** Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
• ***VP or above may waive the requirement for a de