Jobs at American Electric Power

Provides entry-level technical support for DMS, EMS, and SCADA systems used in transmission and distribution operations. Assists with troubleshooting, real-time data interfaces, system modeling, one-line displays, RTU commissioning and configuration, SCADA standards, alarm and I/O settings, compliance, and user training under senior guidance. Supports small and medium SCADA projects, stakeholder issues, technology updates, and after-hours system support.

Assists with operating, administering, testing, analyzing, and troubleshooting telecommunications networks and systems. Supports LAN and WAN installation, network performance monitoring, traffic control, change and incident management, and resolution of basic network problems. Performs routine engineering assignments, prepares cost estimates, documents project work, and follows applicable technical, safety, and operational procedures. Requires foundational telecommunications knowledge, analytical ability, communication skills, teamwork, and a valid driver’s license. Occasional travel is required.

Leads the integration of artificial intelligence into security operations by developing AI models for alert triage, anomaly detection, threat detection, and automated response. Analyzes security telemetry, improves SOC workflows, integrates AI enrichment with security tools, monitors model performance, and creates dashboards and operational playbooks. Collaborates with SOC analysts, engineers, and data teams while applying threat intelligence frameworks and supporting AI-assisted investigations.

Performs entry-level engineering analysis and project work related to SPP outage planning under supervision. Assists with technical problem solving, project scheduling, cost estimates, reports, and engineering documentation. Applies engineering theory, standards, codes, and regulations to routine assignments while developing knowledge of electric utility systems and business processes. Coordinates routine activities, monitors project status, communicates with team members, and supports safe, reliable, and economical electricity delivery.

Paid summer communications and marketing internship supporting internal, external, and corporate communications. Responsibilities include writing news releases, articles, web copy, social media content, executive communications, emails, headlines, advertising copy, and scripts. The intern will also assist with podcasts, creative projects, corporate events, and special projects while collaborating with communications and creative services teams.

Coordinates project cost controls, budgets, forecasts, cash-flow projections, variance analysis, KPI reporting, and project documentation. Supports project managers with baseline budgets, work orders, contracting activities, vendor coordination, and SOX-related analysis. Maintains project records, develops process improvements, administers project management standards, and provides training and mentoring. The role requires collaboration with internal teams, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders across complex utility projects.

Lead full-stack development for supply chain and procurement technology products. Architect AI solutions, React.js front ends, Node.js back-end services, PostgreSQL data models, AWS deployments, CI/CD pipelines, enterprise integrations, and IAM controls. Guide developers, collaborate with business and technology teams, support production incidents and changes, and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery standards.

Performs substantive legal and corporate records work under attorney direction. Manages officer and director databases, corporate filings, FERC interlock processes, entity incorporations and dissolutions, certificates, resolutions, transaction documents, records reviews, legal research, and complex analyses. Supports Finance, Compliance, Audit, Accounting, Tax, and Legal Department stakeholders.

Coordinates distribution line training, tool and equipment procurement, inspections, and testing. Investigates customer damage and service complaints, prepares findings and recommendations, supports crew job preparation and service restoration, and promotes safety programs. Requires at least five years of distribution line, distribution engineering, or equivalent utility power experience.

Leads complex instrumentation and controls engineering activities, provides technical guidance to engineers, interprets codes and regulations, plans project costs and schedules, resolves technical problems, coordinates teams, manages budgets, conducts training, and communicates recommendations to management and regulatory bodies.

Supports O&M and capital budgeting, forecasting, re-projections, variance analysis, reporting, resource allocation, and improvement requisition approvals. The role prepares financial analyses, supports planning and reporting applications, investigates financial model issues, assists with regulatory proceedings, and improves budgeting and forecasting processes. It coordinates with finance, accounting, operations, engineering, and regulatory teams across business units and operating companies.

Leads AEP’s economic and large-load forecasting strategy, governance, executive reporting, and stakeholder communications. The role coordinates forecasts for data centers, advanced manufacturing, and other major customers; translates technical, financial, engineering, and regulatory information into recommendations; supports scenario planning and capital decisions; and communicates with executives, investors, RTOs, and regulators. The Director also manages governance standards, identifies risks, and may serve as a witness before state regulatory bodies.

Engineer and operate the enterprise Kafka platform, managing connectors, clusters, deployments, monitoring, security, and production troubleshooting. Containerize Kafka services on OpenShift, automate CI/CD with GitHub Actions and Argo CD, build custom Python or Java microservices and connectors, and support highly available real-time data integrations across on-premises and cloud environments. Serve as the Kafka subject matter expert while coordinating with architects, business teams, product owners, and distributed delivery teams.

Performs intermediate engineering activities and projects related to utility station operations. Applies engineering theory, analytical techniques, cost forecasting, scheduling, process improvement, problem solving, and technical reporting. Coordinates work, provides guidance to junior employees, supports budgeting and planning, and makes routine decisions within established policies. The role is intended for new graduates with an ABET-accredited engineering degree and is performed onsite in New Albany, Ohio.

Develop and oversee enterprise asset management solutions using IBM Maximo. Configure, customize, code, integrate, and deploy Maximo applications using Java, Python, XML, SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle, and related toolsets. Collaborate with architects and database administrators, manage environments, extract data, de-provision users, and mentor junior developers.

Design, implement, support, and enhance enterprise IAM and IGA solutions, including identity lifecycle management, RBAC, access certifications, provisioning, integrations, automation, and governance controls. Troubleshoot access and platform issues, support audit and regulatory compliance, remediate findings, and improve operational processes. Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, application, compliance, audit, project management, and business stakeholders. Provide technical guidance, documentation, mentoring, production support, and physical access management cross-training.

Develops and maintains engineering drawings, 3D models, design packages, construction documents, and engineering records for utility, power generation, hydroelectric, and industrial projects. Incorporates field data, LiDAR, vendor information, and engineering direction into designs; conducts quality reviews; prepares material takeoffs and cost estimates; coordinates with project stakeholders; supports document control, field verification, construction, troubleshooting, and provides technical guidance to designers and technicians.

Assigns jobs to line servicer personnel, develops technician and service appointments, communicates with customers, supports scheduling policies, assists with outage management, and performs administrative duties. The role requires strong organization, prioritization, problem-solving, communication, teamwork, computer proficiency, and availability for overtime, shift work, and occasional travel.

Design, develop, implement, and support advanced software solutions. Align client goals to technical solutions, build demos/presentations, produce infrastructure documentation, respond to RFPs, and mentor team members. Apply DevOps practices and AI-assisted development tools to ensure CI/CD, IaC, monitoring, security integration, and production support in enterprise environments.

Leads multidisciplinary engineering for utility-scale generation projects across design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout. Coordinates AEP teams, developers, A/E firms, OEMs, contractors, and regulators; manages engineering work plans, design reviews, RFIs, meetings, schedules, technical decisions, and progress reporting. Projects include gas turbine, solar, wind, battery storage, retrofit, and fuel conversion facilities. The role is onsite in Columbus, Ohio, or Moundsville, West Virginia, with travel during construction.