Job Posting End Date
08-16-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Under some supervision, performs work activities and projects requiring technical knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectivesJob Description
We are considering candidates for different grades for this position. Candidates will be evaluated & considered for the highest grade for which they qualify.
What you'll do:
Coordinate and oversee work activities across internal teams, contractors, and vendors to resolve technical tasks.
Plan and organize project and outage-related activities, including scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
Monitor forecasts, budgets, cost tracking, and variance analysis for intermediate-level projects.
Apply technical knowledge and analytical techniques to solve moderate to complex problems independently and collaboratively.
Lead and facilitate meetings with stakeholders to discuss project progress, safety, risk strategies, and operational updates.
Develop and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including contractors and regulatory agencies.
Administer basic contract processes including requisitions, work authorizations, change orders, and cost tracking.
Support and apply project management standards and methodologies, including Lean and continuous improvement practices.
Provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback to peers and junior staff.
Communicate effectively through reports, presentations, and stakeholder updates.
Ensure compliance with corporate policies, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
Support change management processes and contribute to consensus-building and decision-making efforts.
What we're looking for:
Grade 5:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited university or college or
Associate's degree with 2 years of experience in design, operations, planning, construction or maintenance of systems and/or equipment.
Experience :Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited university or college or an Associate's degree with 2 years of experience in design, operations, planning, construction or maintenance of systems and/or equipment.
Grade 6:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited university or college OR
Associate's degree in a technical field and 3 years of experience in design, operations, planning, construction or maintenance of systems and/or equipment.
Experience: Typically requires a minimum of three years of experience in work activities and projects requiring technical knowledge.
Grade 7:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited university or college OR
Associate's technical degree and 6 years of experience in design, operations, planning, construction or maintenance of systems and/or equipment.
Experience: Typically requires a minimum of 6 years of experience in work activities and projects requiring technical knowledge.
Other Must Haves:
Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, especially Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, data integration).
Strong reporting and data analytics skills, including the ability to extract, analyze, and visualize data using tools such as Excel, Power BI, SQL, and Cognos to support decision-making and project performance tracking.
Working knowledge of project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, Power BI, PowerQuery, and Smartsheet.
Familiarity with enterprise systems such as Maximo, Cognos, ServiceNow, DocuSign, and SharePoint (admin-level preferred).
Ability to interpret and apply basic contract terms.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and initiative in managing responsibilities.
Willingness to travel and work occasional overtime as needed.
What you'll get:
Grade 5: $63,496- $78,000
Grade 6: $72,380 - $90,475
Grade 7: $85,081 - $106,354
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.
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Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-005Compensation Range:
$63,496.00 - $109,543.00The 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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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or Associate's degree with required experience
- Minimum years of technical project/operations experience (typically 3+; up to 6 for higher grades)
- Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, especially Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, data integration)
- Reporting and data analytics skills; ability to extract, analyze, and visualize data using Excel, Power BI, SQL, and Cognos
- Working knowledge of project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, PowerQuery, and Smartsheet
- Familiarity with enterprise systems such as Maximo, Cognos, ServiceNow, DocuSign, and SharePoint (admin-level preferred)
- Ability to interpret and apply basic contract terms and administer requisitions, work authorizations, and change orders
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and initiative
- Ability to provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback to peers and junior staff
- Willingness to travel occasionally and work overtime as needed
What We Do
Our team at American Electric Power is committed to improving our customers' lives with reliable, affordable power. We are investing $54 billion from 2025 through 2029 to enhance service for customers and support the growing energy needs of our communities. Our nearly 16,000 employees operate and maintain the nation's largest electric transmission system with 40,000 line miles, along with more than 225,000 miles of distribution lines to deliver energy to 5.6 million customers in 11 states. AEP also is one of the nation's largest electricity producers with approximately 29,000 megawatts of diverse generating capacity. We are focused on safety and operational excellence, creating value for our stakeholders and bringing opportunity to our service territory through economic development and community engagement. Our family of companies includes AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia and West Virginia), AEP Appalachian Power (in Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service Company of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana, east Texas and the Texas Panhandle). AEP also owns AEP Energy, which provides innovative competitive energy solutions nationwide. AEP is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. For more information, visit aep.com.
