Engineer - Engineer Sr (Protection and Controls Engineer)

Job posting ends 10-23-2026 (closes the day before).

About the role

This role is responsible to the assigned manager 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. The position is on‑site in New Albany, OH. AEP is a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions, guided by a mission to put the customer first.

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 areas 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 external parties 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, 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; understands how strategies and decisions impact the relationship with customers and suppliers.

Requirements

Engineer (Grade 7): Salary range $87,63