This role pays less than
81%
of similar roles. Most pay
$148,875–$235,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$134k
versus about
$192k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
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
26 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$88,316–$110,000
across 20 roles with salary data.
As a Senior Engineer or Principal Engineer at AEP, you will provide critical engineering support for utility-scale wind facilities, focusing on enhancing operational performance and reliability. Your daily tasks include analyzing SCADA data to identify root causes of equipment issues, collaborating with field personnel and vendors to resolve complex problems, and developing monitoring tools and dashboards to improve operational visibility. You will also participate in regular site operation calls, contribute to safety reviews, and support new facility onboarding. This role requires expertise in renewable energy systems, proficiency in data analysis tools like SQL or Python, and a strong background in electrical or mechanical engineering. Ideal candidates have 4-6 years of experience for the Senior Engineer position and 6+ years for Principal Engineer, with a preference for Professional Engineering registration.
HV power systems
on-site generation
power plant engineering
transient analysis
grid-connected generation
microgrids
utility interconnection strategy
permitting
AHJs
large-scale electrical infrastructure
Master’s or PhD in engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license