Transmission Planning Modeling Engineer

Job Posting End Date

06-04-2025

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

Job Summary

Please note: This opening will be ONSITE - 5 days in office.

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.


American Electric Power is one of the largest electric utilities in the United States, delivering safe, reliable power to nearly 5.6 million regulated customers in 11 states.

Job Description

Our Vision:

• Improving customer's lives with reliable, affordable power

Our Mission:

• Put the customer first

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Accurately model transmission system topology including impedance and facility ratings for lines, generators, and transformers for Medium, High, and Extra High Voltages using AEP-internal modeling database, PSS/E, and/or ASPEN One-liner. Fulfill various system modeling related requests from Engineering and Operations personnel and submitted via ServiceNow ticketing system. Collaborate with others internal/external to the team to model planned projects, build power flow, and short circuit model cases representing the future transmission system, as needed. Participating in the planning and organization of project work activities. Perform electrical transmission system analysis and protection system studies, as requested. Perform activities related to NERC Compliance standards. Apply problem solving skills to resolve technical problems and initiate solution techniques.

 

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience modeling transmission and generation system topology using ASPEN One-liner and/or Siemens PSSE for Medium, High, and Extra High Voltages. Including:

o Modeling inverter based generation for both wind and Solar applications

o Modeling synchronous based generation

o Modeling transmission lines, transformers, and circuit breakers

o Performing transmission system fault studies including circuit breaker duty analysis

• Demonstrated experience of working with NERC Compliance Standards

• Demonstrated experience with process improvement including process development, implementation, adherence, and training

• Demonstrated experience comparing data from various sources, evaluating validity of data, and performing clean-up activities, as necessary.

Requirements (by grade):

* Note: This vacancy is posted in a grade range.  Education and/or experience will be used to determine appropriate grade and compensation.  See “What We’re Looking For” for the basic qualifications for each grade.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

ENGINEER ASSC(GRADE -5)

Salary Range: $61,647 - $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.

Basic Qualifications: Engineer (Grade 06)

Salary Range:$72,380- $90,474.

• 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*

• License: Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico** is encouraged and preferred.

• * Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

Basic Qualifications: Engineer (Grade 07)

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

Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*; or 2 years of related engineering experience along with a