American Electric Power

Engineer Assc / Engineer (Real Time Reliability Engineer)

American Electric Power$74K — $109K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program (Electrical Engineering preferred)
  • Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam is encouraged and preferred
  • 2-4 years of relevant engineering experience for the Engineer Grade 07 level
  • Master's degree in engineering acceptable for entry at Grade 07
  • Proficiency in economic analysis techniques in problem solving is beneficial

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily outage approvals and next day studies
  • Engage in RTO activities to address industry changes
  • Ensure staffing coverage during critical outage periods
  • Lead development of Restoration and Emergency Operating Plans
  • Conduct system performance appraisals and analytical studies
  • Coordinate outage planning discussions and operational settings

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package promoting employee well-being
  • Professional development opportunities, including guidance for PE licensing
  • On-site work culture fostering team collaboration and synergy
Full Job Description
Job Posting End Date
06-19-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

The Real Time Reliability Eng Assc - Eng is responsible to the assigned manager for performing intermediate level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.

Job Description

What You'll Do:
  • Oversee daily tasks such as outage approvals, next day studies, weekly analysis
  • Be engaged in RTO activities to increase awareness of industry changes/impacts.
  • Ensure coverage over critical outage periods and balance work schedules for on-call schedule.
  • Lead team in Restoration Developments and Emergency Operating Plans and operating guides.
  • Oversee daily tasks such as outage approvals, outage planning discussions, operational settings
  • Be engaged in Transmission Planning projects and the outage planning processes
  • Conduct system performance appraisal and ad hoc studies to better gain awareness of the changing Transmission system.
  • Ensure coverage over critical outage periods and balance work schedules.


Skills Needed:

Leadership and Guidance:
  • Coordinates work activities of others within the work group, department, or other corporate entity as necessary to complete routine activities.
  • Performs routine engineering activity with minimum direction from higher-level employees.
  • Follows policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and those regulations and procedures required by external agencies.
  • Provides training and guidance to lower-level employees.


Planning and Organization Ability:
  • Coordinates the development of input necessary to forecast costs for the routine projects, improvements requisitions, etc.
  • Uses scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities.
  • Initiates corrective action when project objectives are not being met.


Problem Solving & Initiative:
  • Resolves and initiates solutions to routine problems which usually require additional definition/clarification before analysis can begin.
  • Demonstrates ability to identify problems that are beyond the normal routine.
  • Demonstrates ability and desire to seek out opportunities and embrace new ideas and approaches.


Communication:
  • Develops, reviews, or presents technical reports such as improvement requisitions, studies, and analyses in as clear, concise and effective fashion.


Interpersonal Skills:
  • Is an active team member.
  • Networks with peers inside and outside the AEP system. Identifies key stakeholders.
  • Uses informal network to get things done.
  • Resolves conflict, builds consensus.


Decision Making:
  • Makes decisions subject to review within established policies and procedures.
  • Makes decisions that affect the work of the team.
  • Aware of risks.
  • Demonstrates the ability to extrapolate beyond known facts to reach logical conclusions.


Business Awareness & Characteristics:
  • Understands AEP's organizational structure and the specific role and responsibility of their individual organizational unit.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the budgeting and approval process.
  • Is proficient in the application and use of economic analysis techniques in problem solving.
  • Develops an understanding of utility regulation and financing.


Note: This position is posted in a range. The final grade and compensation offered will be based on the successful candidate's education, experience, and relevant skills

What We're Looking For:

Engineer Associate (Grade 06):
  • This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET* (Electrical Engineering Degree Highly Preferred)
  • 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:
  • 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.


Engineer (Grade -07)
  • Has typically acquired two - four (2-4) or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*. (Electrical Engineering degree Highly Preferred)
  • Individuals with a Master's degree in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET* may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.


Acceptable alternative:
  • 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.


ABET accredited program requirement may be waived at the discretion of VP or Executive level above based on relevant qualifications and experience.

Where You'll Work:

On-Site in New Albany, OH or Corpus Christi, TX

What you'll get:

Engineer Assc /Engineering Technologist Assc SG6($84,000-$90,000)

Engineer/Engineering Technologist SG7($89,000-$110,000)

Inaddition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (On-Site)

$79K - $105K / Year

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$74,551.00 - $109,543.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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About American Electric Power

American Electric Power generates, transmits, and distributes electricity, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers nationwide. AEP serves millions of customers across 11 states. It operates in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, providing power to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. AEP generates electricity using diverse sources, including coal, natural gas, nuclear, and renewable energy like wind and solar. The company maintains a vast transmission network that delivers electricity from power plants to local distribution systems, ensuring a stable and reliable power supply. AEP is actively involved in renewable energy initiatives, investing in wind farms and solar facilities to diversify its energy portfolio and reduce its environmental impact. Additionally, the company engages in community outreach, supporting education, environmental conservation, and various social initiatives.

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Size
16,688 employees
Market Cap
$48.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.2 billion
Founded
1906
5 Year Trend
+0.5%
Revenue
$14.9 billion
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