Protection and Controls (P&C) Engineer/Engineering Technologist Associate - Transmission System Operations Engineering (TSOE)

American Electric Power (AEP)

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Work type
On-site
Location
New Albany, OH · Salem, VA
Salary
$84,000–$90,000 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
Jun 16, 2026

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Below market

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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

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TL;DR · Protection and Controls (P&C) Engineer/Engineering Technologist Associate - Transmission System Operations Engineering (TSOE)

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As a Protection and Control Engineer within the Transmission System Operations Engineering team at American Electric Power, you will support compliance with NERC standards for transmission grid configuration changes. Your daily tasks include providing engineering support during commissioning and verification of work on the grid, reviewing system outages and project information to ensure alignment between records and actual conditions, and conducting root cause analysis to identify process improvements. You will leverage your advanced technical expertise in electrical systems and relay protection, contributing to the development of standards and codes while offering guidance to junior engineers. This role requires proficiency with engineering tools such as CAD software and familiarity with SCADA systems, alongside strong problem-solving skills and an understanding of industry regulations.

Skills

Python SQL SCADA PLC Programming Substation Automation NERC Standards Root Cause Analysis Engineering Drawings Configuration Management Relay Settings Transmission Grid Operations Power Systems Engineering Project Management NCEES Standards ABET Accreditation

What you'll do

  • Provides engineering support for final commissioning and verification of work on transmission grid.
  • Reviews system outages to identify necessary configuration changes.
  • Ensures alignment between engineering drawings, project information, and as-built conditions.
  • Conducts root cause analysis to improve process accuracy and facility ratings.
  • Develops standards and interprets codes relevant to the protection and control area.

What we're looking for

  • Requires journey-level proficiency in engineering with advanced knowledge in protection and control systems.
  • Must interpret codes, regulations, and develop standards relevant to transmission grid operations.
  • Provides guidance and leadership to other engineers on complex technical issues.
  • Conducts root cause analysis and identifies process improvements for system discrepancies.
  • Reviews engineering drawings and project information to ensure alignment between records and actual conditions.

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