P&C Field Engineer, Senior

American Electric Power

. Perform entry-level engineering work activities and projects .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeAshland • Kentucky • United StatesSenior💰 $74,551 - $128,689 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates engineering knowledge and problem-solving abilities while effectively coordinating project activities and preparing technical documentation. Familiar with engineering standards and committed to environmental protection in engineering practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) RegistrationEngineering Standards And Codes FamiliarityTechnical Report PreparationProject Planning And Scheduling

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Hard Skills

Engineering KnowledgeCost EstimationEconomic Analysis TechniquesTechnical Problem ResolutionProject Monitoring

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam Decision-MakingCoordination

Certifications & Qualifications

Fundamentals Of Engineering Examination

Industry Keywords

ABET-Accredited ProgramEngineering TechnologyEnvironmental ProtectionElectricity Reliability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform entry-level engineering work activities and projects
Apply engineering knowledge to assigned objectives safely, effectively, efficiently, and economically
Assist higher-level engineers with well-defined portions of complex problems and analyses
Apply basic techniques to analyze and resolve routine technical problems
Coordinate others’ work activities as required for routine engineering tasks
Provide input to project planning and scheduling documents
Monitor project status and recommend actions
Prepare cost estimates using established standards
Prepare reports and technical papers
Participate in team decision-making and communicate technical information
Apply economic analysis techniques to problem-solving
Pursue effective ways to protect and enhance the environment while providing reliable electricity at a competitive cost
Develop understanding of department roles, responsibilities, and routine engineering project workflows

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in engineering in an ABET-accredited program for Engineer Associate
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology may satisfy the degree requirement with a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license
Engineer level requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program and two or more years of related engineering experience, or a Master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program may qualify for entry
Engineer Senior requires four or more years of related engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or two years of related engineering experience with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from an ABET-accredited program
Professional Engineer (PE) registration is encouraged and preferred for Engineer Senior
Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination is encouraged and preferred for Engineer Associate
Must live within a 45-minute driving distance under normal conditions of the Robert E. Matthews Service Center in Ashland, Kentucky, or Pikeville Transmission Service Center
Familiarity with engineering standards, codes, regulations, equipment, materials, systems, and business processes
Ability to prepare reports and technical papers and communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package supporting employees’ overall well-being
Competitive compensation
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