American Electric Power · 16 hours ago
Engineer Prin - Station Engineering
Tulsa, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$116K/yr - $151K/yr
8+ years expAmerican Electric Power is a dedicated energy company committed to delivering safe and innovative energy solutions. They are seeking a Senior Engineer to perform complex engineering work and lead projects, applying advanced technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to enhance operational efficiency.
Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Exhibits advanced level proficiency plus advanced knowledge of a specialized technical area that enables the engineer to serve as a resource for the company in an area such as system production, underground systems, extensive control systems, thermo-hydraulic control systems, distribution standards, fossil or nuclear plant operations,etc
Influences the direction of thinking throughout the organizational unit as a recognized authority in an area of expertise
Leads, facilitates and coordinates work activities of others within work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company and assumes the role of project or function manager for assigned tasks
Develops, recommends, and implements plans that include all scheduling, resource, and cost information and control required to address complex engineering problems that require the input and efforts of a wide array of entities both internal and external to the company
Identifies, clarifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to complex problems that require multi-functional, or organizational, interfacing and/or multi-disciplined analytical techniques
Develops opportunities and new ideas and approaches that have system-wide impact
Leads in the preparation and presentation of complex technical subjects, clearly, concisely, and persuasively, bringing in ancillary issues before senior management, professional organizations, regulatory bodies, etc
Projects credibility and competence on technical issues and has highly developed presentation skills
Builds teams and networks that extend through AEP, and other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia
Networks throughout AEP, other companies, professional organizations, and regulatory agencies
Possesses the experience and knowledge to make some technical decisions based on calculated risks without management review
Makes decisions affecting long range plans and goals based on analysis of highly uncertain input and outcomes
Visualizes long-term results
Makes decisions where differences of opinion are likely to exist
Makes decisions that have an impact across organizational boundaries
Demonstrates vision in identifying business opportunities for the organizational unit
Qualification
Required
Typically acquired 8 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET
6 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is preferred for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP
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 preferred to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards
Benefits
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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