Transmission Outage Planner (Sr. - Principal)
American Electric Power
Develops and manages outage plans for transmission projects, coordinating stakeholders.
21 days ago ago
$85,081 - $124,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
New Albany, OH
Office Full-Time
Company Size
17,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electric power generation
Electric transmission
Electric distribution
Site selection
Economic development
Grid reliability
Transmission upgrades
Infrastructure investment
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Infrastructure
Commercial
Residential
Renewable Energy
Solar
Wind
Grid Solutions
Role
What you would be doing
outage coordination
tool utilization
conflict resolution
safety management
schedule review
stakeholder engagement
- Coordinate and collaborate with Transmission and Distribution Operations in the evaluation of system conditions before submitting an outage reservation.
- Utilize and/or develop an in-depth level of technical knowledge in:
- Utilize existing AEP tools and processes to communicate the proposed outage plans and outage reservations with various capital project stakeholders.
- Facilitate resolution of outage reservation coordination conflicts and identify and implement alternative solutions.
- Promote an all-inclusive culture of excellence Promote ZERO Harm through a passion for safety to encourage a safe environment at work and at home.
- Assist in prioritizing outage reservations to optimize the benefit to AEP and our customers.
- Review Capital Project schedules to ensure outage dates are current in accordance with the Outage Plan.
- Actively review abnormal system conditions to aide in planning and coordinating outage reservations for upcoming projects.
- Ensure that ALL Outage Plans are created with safety, efficiency, and economics in mind.
- Participate in periodic reviews with TFS Work Scheduling Teams to ensure outage optimization between Capital Projects and Non-Capital Projects/Maintenance.
- Engage and work directly with project stakeholders to develop capital project outage plans that include facility outage reservations.
- Manage outage plans for multiple capital projects simultaneously.
- Maintain communications between Transmission and Distribution Operations relating to Outage Plans, specifically those that require mobile unit installations and radial conditions that will or may affect Transmission and Distribution Operations.
What you bring
p&c zones
microsoft office
switching
one-line
bachelor’s degree
team player
- Knowledge of P&C zones of protection is strongly preferred.
- Must be a team player, inquisitive, analytical, and be able to interact with and maintain working relationships with diverse teams.
- Experience in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint/Excel) is strongly preferred.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent and 10 years related experience.
- Must have strong computer skills and apply skills to provide business-specific reports.
- Associate's degree in degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Business, or related field and 8 years related experience; OR,
- Aptitude to understand switching and tagging and clearance points.
- Capacity to lead in understanding, developing, and transmitting complex outage reservation communications to project stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Business, or related field and 6 years related experience; OR,
- Associate's degree in degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Business, or related field and 10 years related experience; OR,
- High school diploma or GED equivalent and 12 years related experience.
- Clear understanding of minimum approach distances.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Business, or related field and 8 years related experience; OR,
- Ability to read and interpret one-line station diagrams and transmission line switching diagrams is required.
Information not given or found
Training + DevelopmentInformation not given or found
Interview process
Information not given or found
Visa SponsorshipInformation not given or found
Security clearanceInformation not given or found
People also searched
Power Engineer Jobs in Columbus United StatesDistribution Engineer Jobs in Columbus United StatesProject Controls Engineer Jobs in Columbus United StatesConstruction Planner Jobs in Columbus United StatesProject Planner Jobs in Columbus United StatesTransmission Engineer Jobs in Columbus United StatesConstruction Project Coordinator Jobs in Columbus United StatesPlanning Engineer Jobs in Columbus United States
Company
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.
- 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.
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.
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.
Kablio AIIf you're someone who helps build and power the world (or dreams to), Kablio AI is your pocket-sized recruiter that gets you hired.
Copyright © 2025 Kablio