Mechanical, Structural Engineer

American Electric Power

. Perform intermediate-level mechanical/structural engineering work and projects .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $87,633 - $109,543 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong mechanical and structural engineering capabilities, with expertise in project management, technical report preparation, and economic analysis. Proficient in using scheduling techniques and understanding utility regulation and financing.

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Mechanical EngineeringStructural EngineeringProject ManagementTechnical Report PreparationEconomic Analysis

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Hard Skills

Engineering TheoryAnalytical TechniquesModerate-Complexity AnalysisBusiness-Process EnhancementsCPM SchedulingPERT SchedulingFlow ChartsBudgetingUtility RegulationFinancing

Soft Skills

CollaborationConflict ResolutionTraining and GuidanceDecision Making

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering (PE) License

Industry Keywords

ABET-Accredited ProgramEngineering ExperienceTechnical ReportsCost ForecastsImprovement Requisitions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform intermediate-level mechanical/structural engineering work and projects
Apply engineering knowledge to accomplish assigned objectives safely, effectively, efficiently, and economically
Conduct varied engineering assignments and extensive analyses
Coordinate work activities within work groups, departments, or corporate entities
Perform routine engineering activities with minimal direction
Provide training and guidance to lower-level employees
Coordinate inputs for routine project cost forecasts and improvement requisitions
Use CPM, PERT, flow charts, and other scheduling techniques for budgeting and planning
Initiate corrective action when project objectives are not met
Resolve routine engineering problems and identify issues beyond normal routine
Develop, review, and present technical reports, studies, and analyses
Collaborate with stakeholders, build consensus, and resolve conflicts
Make team-affecting decisions within established policies and procedures
Apply economic analysis techniques and develop understanding of utility regulation and financing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program
Two or more years of related engineering experience
Master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program may qualify for entry at this level
Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology may satisfy the degree requirement with a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license
Acceptable alternative: non-ABET bachelor's degree in engineering plus a master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET-accredited bachelor's program
Knowledge of engineering theory and analytical techniques
Ability to perform moderate-complexity analysis and understand system/component interrelationships
Ability to analyze and recommend business-process enhancements
Ability to use scheduling techniques including CPM, PERT, and flow charts
Understanding of budgeting, approval processes, utility regulation, and financing
Ability to prepare, review, and present technical reports
Must follow company policies and external agency regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package supporting employee well-being
Competitive compensation
Equal employment opportunity
Company-sponsored training programs
Educational assistance
Social and recreational programs