American Electric Power
Electrical Engineer Associate-Principal
New Albany, OH · Principal
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About the role
- Responsible to the assigned supervisor 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.
- Technical Expertise: Possesses entry-level knowledge and experience in the application of theory to solve well-defined problems or provide analysis, with guidance from higher-level engineers.
- Assists higher-level engineers in handling well-defined portions of more complex problems and analyses.
Responsibilities
- Performs work activities as assigned and coached by higher-level employees.
- Planning & Organization Ability: Provides input to routine project planning documents related to scheduling and understands the use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities.
- Develops understanding of the workflow for routine engineering projects.
- Applies basic techniques to perform analysis associated with the resolution of routine technical problems.
- Decision Making: Knows which decisions they are authorized to make. Develops decision-making skills under guidance of higher-level employees and makes routine decisions subject to review and contributes to team decision-making.
- Develops an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the department.
- Provides input to routine project planning documents related to scheduling and understands the use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities.
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Requirements
- Has typically acquired a bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET* along with two (2) or more years of related engineering experience.
- 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.
- 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 or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*;
- Has typically acquired 8 or more years of related engineering experience along with a bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*;
- Or 6 years of related engineering experience along with a master's or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*.
- Coordinates work activities of others as required to resolve routine engineering tasks.
- Leadership & Guidance: Coordinates work activities of others as required to resolve routine engineering tasks.
- Demonstrates working knowledge of appropriate policies and procedures
- Demonstrates ability to work with others in both supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary.
Nice to have
- Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico** is encouraged and preferred.
- 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.
Skills
- Begins networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation.
- Understands the agendas and perspectives of others.
- Develops effective give-and-take relationship.
- Relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.
- Knows which decisions they are authorized to make.
- Business Awareness & Characteristics:
- Applies economic analysis techniques in problem solving.
- Pursues effective ways to protect and enhance the environment while providing reliable electricity at a competitive cost.
- Active participation in professional and business organizations is encouraged.
- Engineer/Engineering Technologist Associate SG6
- This is an entry level position for new graduates with a bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*;
- Engineer/Engineering Technologist SG7
Compensation
- $74,551.00 - $151,132.50
Benefits
- In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Company info
- Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions.
- Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities.
- If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
- Business Awareness & Characteristics: Demonstrates an attitude and desire to listen to and satisfy both internal and external customers who use and depend upon their organizational unit's work.
- At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions.
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