Transmission Line Siting Specialist

American Electric Power

. Perform siting activities for multi-million-dollar electric transmission line and substation projects .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeCorpus Christi • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $74,551 - $93,189 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electric transmission line and substation siting activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and effective project management. Proficient in environmental assessments, route selection, and stakeholder engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In EngineeringProficiency With ESRI ArcGISEnvironmental Assessment PreparationRegulatory Compliance CoordinationProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Siting ActivitiesRoute SelectionEnvironmental AssessmentsCost EstimatesSchedule DevelopmentRegulatory ApprovalZoning ApplicationsRisk Monitoring

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsTime ManagementAbility To Handle Multiple Projects

Tools & Technologies

ESRI ArcGISAdobe Creative SuiteMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Electric TransmissionSubstation ProjectsEnvironmental ImpactStakeholder EngagementSafety Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform siting activities for multi-million-dollar electric transmission line and substation projects
Ensure transmission siting activities comply with company standards and federal, state, and local regulations
Organize siting studies and proposed route selection activities to meet in-service dates and ensure compliance
Oversee outsourced siting and regulatory approval activities for transmission lines and substations
Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to identify buildable, cost-effective routes and facilities that minimize environmental impacts
Prepare environmental assessments and written siting studies
Coordinate regulatory and local zoning applications, including writing, exhibits, testimony, interrogatories, and schedules
Develop and monitor schedules, risks, and cost estimates for siting tasks
Participate in stakeholder meetings and public open houses
Work in designated regions and states based on location

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Land Use Planning, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related field
Two–four (2–4) years’ total industry-related experience and/or education
Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office computer applications is desired
Excellent written, organizational, presentation, oral communication, and time management skills
Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments
Valid driver's license
Ability to rent a vehicle
Ability to drive 3–6 hours at a time
Ability to hike or walk one to three miles on occasion
Travel requirements of 25–30% of the time
Overnight travel to facilities and projects is required
Ability to adhere to applicable safety procedures
May require extended hours to meet requirements and schedules

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Competitive compensation
Educational assistance
Company-sponsored training programs
Social and recreational programs
Compensation and benefits