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Station Field Engineer/Engineer Technologist

American Electric Power
Newark Transmission, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Oct 2025
💰 $124,000/yr($85,000/yr$124,000/yr)

About the role

Job Posting End Date

10-08-2025

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

*This vacancy is posted in a range. The final grade and compensation offered will be determined based on the successful candidate's education, experience, and relevant skills.

 

Station Field Engineer/Engineer Technologist (Salary Grade 7)

Station Field Engineer Sr/Engineer Technologist Sr (Salary Grade 8)

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!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Technical Expertise:

  • Possesses entry-level knowledge and experience in the application of theory to solve well-defined problems or provide analysis, with guidance from higher-level engineers.

  • Assists higher-level engineers in handling well-defined portions of more complex problems and analyses.

  • Exhibits fundamental understanding of standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment.

  • Gains familiarity with standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment.

  • Gains familiarity with pertinent equipment, materials, systems and business processes.

Leadership & Guidance:

  • Coordinates work activities of others as required to resolve routine engineering tasks.

  • Demonstrates working knowledge of appropriate policies and procedures; however, activities are generally monitored by higher-level employees to ensure work is performed in accordance with established guidelines.

  • Performs work activities as assigned and coached by higher-level employees.

  • Demonstrates ability to work with others in both supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary.

  • Demonstrates willingness and capabilities to assume leadership roles.

Planning & Organization Ability:

  • Provides input to routine project planning documents related to scheduling and understands the use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities.

  • Monitors project status and recommends action accordingly.

  • Prepares cost estimates using established standards.

  • Develops understanding of the workflow for routine engineering projects.

  • Accomplishes work according to plans and schedules established by higher-level employees.

Problem Solving & Initiative:

  • Actively seeks out information and understanding of engineering problems and solution techniques applicable to area of responsibility.

  • Applies basic techniques to perform analysis associated with the resolution of routine technical problems.

  • Uses initiative in looking for opportunities and presenting new ideas and new approaches.

Communication:

  • Assists and participates in the preparation of reports and technical papers.

  • Assimilates information and instructions readily.

  • Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing and presents ideas clearly.

  • Listens to and understands instructions, and requests clarification as required.

Interpersonal Skills:

  • Begins networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation.

  • Understands the agendas and perspectives of others.

  • Develops effective give-and-take relationship.

  • Demonstrates the ability to be a team player.

  • Relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.

Decision Making:

  • Knows which decisions they are authorized to make.

  • Develops decision-making skills under guidance of higher-level employees and makes routine decisions subject to review and

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