Protection and Controls (P&C) Engineer - Transmission System Operations Engineering (TSOE) at American Electric Power

New Albany, Ohio, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Utilities, Electric PowerIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering from a program accredited by ABET, plus typically 4 or more years of related engineering experience
Or Master's degree in engineering from a program accredited by ABET, plus 2 years of related engineering experience
Or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET (may be considered for entry)
Acceptable alternative: 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
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico (encouraged and preferred)

Responsibilities

Perform advanced engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient, and economic manner
Exhibit advanced level proficiency and knowledge in a specialized technical area (e.g., system production, underground systems, extensive control systems, thermo-hydraulic control systems, distribution standards, fossil or nuclear plant operations) to serve as a company resource
Influence the direction of thinking throughout the organizational unit as a recognized authority in an area of expertise
Lead, facilitate, and coordinate work activities of others within work group, team, department, corporate entity, or external parties; assume role of project or function manager for assigned tasks
Develop, recommend, and implement plans including scheduling, resource, and cost information/control to address complex engineering problems involving internal and external entities
Identify, clarify, resolve, and initiate solutions to complex problems requiring multi-functional/organizational interfacing and/or multi-disciplined analytical techniques; develop opportunities and new ideas with system-wide impact
Lead preparation and presentation of complex technical subjects clearly, concisely, and persuasively to senior management, professional organizations, regulatory bodies, etc.; project credibility and competence with highly developed presentation skills
Build teams and networks extending through AEP, other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia
Make technical decisions based on calculated risks without management review; make decisions affecting long-range plans/goals based on analysis of highly uncertain input/outcomes; visualize long-term results; handle decisions with likely differences of opinion and cross-organizational impact
Demonstrate vision in identifying business opportunities for the organizational unit; understand how strategies/decisions impact relationships with customers and suppliers

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Protection and ControlsTransmission SystemsControl SystemsThermo-Hydraulic SystemsDistribution StandardsPlant OperationsProject ManagementEngineering PlanningSystem Production

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the compensation for this Protection and Controls Engineer position?

The final grade and compensation offered will be based on the successful candidate's education, experience, and relevant skills. No specific salary range is provided.

Is this Protection and Controls Engineer role remote or office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills are required for the P&C Engineer role in Transmission System Operations?

The role requires advanced engineering knowledge, particularly in specialized technical areas such as extensive control systems. Key skills include technical expertise, leadership, problem-solving with multi-disciplinary techniques, and strong communication for presenting complex subjects.

What is the company culture like for this engineering position at AEP?

The culture emphasizes leadership, team building, networking across AEP and external organizations, and making impactful decisions across boundaries. It values advanced technical authority, collaboration, and visionary business awareness.

What makes a strong candidate for this TSOE P&C Engineer position?

Strong candidates will have advanced proficiency in specialized engineering areas like control systems, experience leading teams and projects, ability to solve complex multi-disciplinary problems, and skills in communicating technical subjects to senior management.