American Electric Power · 1 month ago
Project Engineer/Technologist
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $105K/yr
4+ years expAmerican Electric Power is a dedicated energy company focused on delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. The Project Engineer will serve as the Engineering Lead for multi-disciplinary Generation Projects, managing all aspects of engineering activities and coordinating with various teams to ensure proper oversight and project completion.
Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Lead the Engineering Design Review process and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs)
Coordinate design efforts with internal AEP teams (Engineering, Operations, IT/Technology) and external partners (Developers, Architects/Engineers, Original Equipment Manufacturers, regulatory agencies)
Provide support during construction and Facilitate project closeout activities to ensure timely and efficient completion
Provide regular updates on engineering progress to the project team and stakeholders
Travel to AEP generation facilities as needed, including occasional overnight trips
Lead, facilitate and coordinate the overall engineering activities among AEP, Developer, Architect Engineer (A/E), and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) for Generation capital projects
Provide regular engineering progress updates to the project team and stakeholders
Experience overseeing multi-discipline engineering work is preferred
Occasional Travel to AEP generation facilities with some overnight travel will be required
Qualification
Required
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 Master's degree in engineering from a program accredited by ABET
Individuals with a PhD in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET may be considered for entry into the organization at this level
Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related experience in work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering technology principles
Has typically acquired 6 or more years of related engineering experience along with a bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET
OR 4 years of related engineering experience along with a master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET
Has typically acquired 6 or more years of related experience in work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering technology principles
Preferred
Experience overseeing multi-discipline engineering work is preferred
Occasional Travel to AEP generation facilities with some overnight travel will be required
Benefits
AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Company
American Electric Power
American Electric Power generates, transmits, and distributes electricity, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.03BKey Investors
GRIP ProgramInvenergy
2025-11-25Post Ipo Equity· $3.5B
2023-10-19Grant· $27.8M
2023-08-16Post Ipo Equity· $1.5B
Leadership Team
William Fehrman
President and Chief Executive Officer
Charles E Zebula
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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