Plant Engineer Senior

American Electric Power (AEP)

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Work type
On-site
Location
Welsh
Salary
$87,633–$109,543 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Sep 25, 2026

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $165k
This role $99k
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This role pays less than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $137,000–$193,875 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $99k versus about $165k 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 21 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $110,000–$129,000 across 20 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Plant Engineer Senior

Plant Engineer - Plant Engineer Sr provides technical leadership and engineering support to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the power plant. This role involves monitoring plant performance data for turbines and auxiliary systems, performing structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis for equipment failures, and managing configuration control for drawings and procedures. The individual will execute reliability programs including vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, and controls diagnostics while coordinating capital projects and maintenance activities with vendors and contractors. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with NERC and pressure system regulations. Candidates should possess skills in technical reporting, project management, and data-driven problem solving. Required competencies include proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of industry codes. The role addresses critical power generation challenges by optimizing plant efficiency, availability, and heat rate through proactive engineering solutions.

What you'll do

  • Diagnose equipment and system issues to provide technical support for plant operations and maintenance.
  • Perform structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis to develop solutions for equipment failures.
  • Analyze turbine and auxiliary system data to identify performance gaps in heat rate and efficiency.
  • Execute reliability and condition monitoring programs including vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis.
  • Maintain configuration control and technical documentation such as drawings, procedures, and engineering records.
  • Coordinate capital projects, modifications, and maintenance activities with vendors and contractors.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry codes like NERC and pressure systems.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program and two or more years of related experience, or military equivalent.
  • Master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program is acceptable for entry at this level.
  • A bachelor’s degree in engineering technology is an acceptable alternative to the standard engineering degree.
  • Experience with non-ABET accredited programs is acceptable if held by a candidate at the VP level or above.
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (preferred).
  • Strong technical background in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, equipment reliability, and plant performance improvement (preferred).
  • Experience with control systems, instrumentation, and performance monitoring tools to optimize efficiency (preferred).
  • Ability to manage projects, coordinate with vendors, and develop technical documentation while following industry codes (preferred).

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