American Electric Power
Provides electric power to millions through transmission, distribution, and renewable energy solutions.
12 hours ago
$155,761 - $202,490
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
New Albany, Ohio, United States | Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States | Roanoke, Virginia, United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
17,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
design authority
configuration management
outage support
engineering deliverables
nerc compliance
asset management
The Transmission Configuration Management Program leader develops, executes, and administers processes for all technical engineering activities, managing a workplan that includes proactive capital investment, reactive system maintenance, and emergency restoration. The role may also involve exercising Design Authority, delivering engineering/design outputs, applying asset and model management protocols, and establishing integrated control processes. A specific understanding of transmission engineering disciplines such as substation engineering, protection and control, line design, real‑time operations, facility ratings, grid construction management, and record management is required.
The position provides real‑time system operation expertise, design authority, configuration management, and asset management to ensure transmission assets are placed in service according to design and system records, thereby promoting reliability and safety. Responsibilities include serving as the technical lead for scheduled outages and emergency restorations, enforcing configuration controls, and maintaining final authority for outage verification and documentation.
As Design Authority, the leader oversees every outage, applying connectivity requirements, documenting in‑service verification, and conducting routine audits. They provide 24/7 support for configuration issues, coordinate with the Real Time Operations Control Center and Transmission Field Services, and lead post‑restoration reconciliation including model updates, diagram revisions, lessons‑learned documentation, and procedural improvements.
The role directs engineering deliverables by approving temporary configurations, owning first‑draft one‑line diagrams, and furnishing transitional documents such as substation drawings, protection and control schematics, relay settings, compliance documentation, and system connectivity diagrams. Processes are developed to monitor and report critical calculations and data to meet NERC standards and best operational practices.
Technical oversight includes design of asset replacement or improvement projects, reviewing construction outage sequences, and validating configurations against modeled system states. The leader manages ongoing discussions with Transmission Field Services for both capital and maintenance construction activities.
- Lead transmission configuration management and serve as Design Authority for scheduled and emergency outages.
- Provide 24/7 support for configuration issues, coordinating with Real Time Operations Control Center and Transmission Field Services.
- Enforce connectivity requirements, documentation, and model updates before, during, and after outages.
- Develop and maintain engineering deliverables such as one‑line diagrams, substation drawings, relay settings, and compliance documentation.
- Oversee asset replacement/improvement design, review construction outage sequences, and ensure configuration validity.
- Manage workplans for proactive capital investment, reactive maintenance, and emergency restoration.
- Ensure compliance with NERC standards and best operational practices through critical calculations and data reporting.
Requirements
bachelor's
engineering
10+ years
transmission
utility
pe registration
Minimum qualifications require a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, at least ten years of electric utility experience with five years in a transmission environment, and a Professional Engineer registration is preferred. The position is located on‑site in New Albany, OH; Roanoke, VA; or Tulsa, OK, offers a compensation range of $155,761 to $202,490, and is classified as sedentary work with occasional light lifting.
- Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s in Engineering (or Engineering Technology), 10+ years utility experience (5+ years in transmission), PE registration preferred.
Benefits
- Compensation range: $155,761 – $202,490; physical demand level: sedentary with occasional light lifting.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
- Powers millions across the United States with a vast electric transmission and distribution network.
- Has been a leader in the transformation of the energy sector for over a century.
- Focuses on reliable power generation, cutting-edge energy solutions, and a growing commitment to renewables.
- Operates one of the largest electricity transmission networks in the U.S., delivering energy to homes, businesses, and industries.
- Has a legacy of pioneering innovative technologies and projects to improve grid reliability and energy efficiency.
- Is expanding its footprint in the renewable energy sector, including solar and wind power projects that are helping shape the future of energy.
- Undertakes large-scale projects such as major power plant construction, infrastructure upgrades, and renewable energy installations, supporting both industrial and residential clients.
- Is dedicated to sustainable energy and modernizing grid infrastructure, making it an influential player in the energy transition.
Culture + Values
- Safety is a top priority in everything we do, ensuring the well-being of employees, customers, and communities.
- We operate with the highest standards of ethics and transparency in all our work.
- Our primary focus is on meeting and exceeding customer needs to help them achieve success.
- We commit to excellence across all business operations and customer experiences.
- We are dedicated to innovation, leveraging new technologies and ideas to enhance efficiency and solve challenges.
- Collaboration is key to our success, as we work together across teams to achieve common goals.
Environment + Sustainability
Net-zero by 2050
Ambitious climate target
The company aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change.
60% CO2 reduction
Emissions decrease since 2005
The company has achieved a 60% reduction in CO2 emissions since 2005, demonstrating significant progress in lowering its environmental footprint.
- Committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with the Paris Agreement.
- Investing in renewable energy, including wind and solar, with plans to expand clean energy generation.
- Transitioning to cleaner energy sources and modernizing infrastructure to support sustainability.
Inclusion & Diversity
30% of workforce are women
Representation of Women
Women account for 30% of the company's global workforce, reflecting a notable effort toward gender diversity.
38% of workforce are people of color
Representation of People of Color
People of color make up 38% of the company's workforce, highlighting efforts to promote racial diversity.
- Commitment to creating an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives.
- Goal to increase the representation of women and people of color in leadership roles.
- Ongoing investment in leadership development programs to promote diversity in leadership.