Distribution Engineer, Engineer Technologist

American Electric Power (AEP)

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Work type
On-site
Location
—
Salary
$84,000–$94,000 / yr
Posted
6 days ago
Closes
Jul 3, 2026 (soon)

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $153k
This role $89k
$72k most similar roles pay here $196k

This role pays less than 98% of similar roles. Most pay $124,275–$181,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $89k versus about $153k for comparable roles.

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About American Electric Power (AEP)

American Electric Power (AEP) is one of the largest electric utilities in the United States, delivering electricity to customers across 11 states through an extensive transmission and distribution network. Industry: Electric Utilities

American Electric Power (AEP) currently has 16 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $87,633–$109,772 across 16 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Distribution Engineer, Engineer Technologist

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Join PSO’s Distribution Automation team as an Engineer or Engineering Technologist to support advanced circuit reconfiguration and reclosing technology initiatives aimed at reducing outage times and customer impact. You will perform arc flash studies, motor start analyses for new loads, and deploy CVR systems as part of the Energy Efficiency Rider. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology from an ABET-accredited program, with additional experience preferred for senior roles. Skills include project monitoring, economic analysis, and problem-solving techniques. This role offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects that enhance grid reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Python SQL MATLAB AutoCAD SCADA PLC Programming ArcGIS Power System Analysis Software Substation Design Software Project Management Tools Microsoft Office Suite Economic Analysis Techniques ABET Accredited Engineering Degrees Professional Engineer (PE) Licensing Engineering Technology Principles

What you'll do

  • Conduct arc flash studies for existing customers to ensure safety and compliance.
  • Perform motor start studies for potential new loads to assess electrical system capacity.
  • Deploy CVR as part of PSO’s Energy Efficiency Rider to enhance energy efficiency.
  • Support Distribution Automation Circuit Reconfiguration (DACR) to reduce outage times.
  • Apply economic analysis techniques in problem-solving related to technical issues.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Two or more years of related engineering experience for Engineer and Engineering Technologist positions.
  • Four or more years of related experience required for Engineer Sr and Engineering Technologist Sr positions.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) preferred for senior roles.
  • Ability to perform economic analysis techniques in problem-solving.
  • Conduct arc flash studies and motor start studies for customer projects.

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