Infrastructure Engineer Associate - Infrastructure Engineer TDG Network Engineering

Job Posting End Date

01-29-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

A large multi-state utility has an immediate need for a senior Infrastructure Engineer in Network Engineering to perform engineering and procurement of materials for projects. This role also involves ensuring and coordinating the installation and activation of projects with the field operations team. These projects will provide communications for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), metering, and other network requirements in Transmission/Distribution substations, renewable facilities, and generation plants.



Essential Job Functions:

Working under direct supervision, responsibilities include the following related to Computer, Network, Storage, Cloud and End-User infrastructure:

Provides engineering assistance on TDG Network Engineering projects, including the design, installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and performance analysis of SCADA networks and systems.

Collaborates with planners, project managers, engineers, inspectors, field operations supervisors, field technicians, external providers, and interconnected transmission and generation customers.

Performs basic and routine infrastructure project assignments.

Assists with planning, researching, evaluating, designing, and developing systems.

Provides basic technical support and assists with analysis, operation, administration, and troubleshooting activities.

Aids in the preparation of cost estimates, justifications, application requirements, alternative solutions, and technical recommendations.

Participates in the preparation of technical documentation, including procedures, manuals, and reports.

Reviews and adheres to budgeting and approval processes while assisting with annual and project planning.

Minimum Requirements:

Infrastructure Engineer Associate (SG5):

Education:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, telecommunications, engineering, or related technical field is required.

Experience:

No additional experience is required.

An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

Infrastructure Engineer (SG6):


Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field is required.


2 years of relevant work experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Requirements:

Experience/Skills:

Solid understanding of communications technologies.

Ability to perform routine tasks with minimal guidance from more experienced engineers.

Engineering experience in analyzing and determining appropriate media for telecommunications services at utility sites, including:

Fiber

Wireless radio

Microwave

Leased lines

VSAT

Cellular

Experience in specifying and procuring telecommunications materials according to standard designs.

Experience working with field personnel to commission telecommunications media at utility sites.

General working knowledge of SCADA systems and RTU equipment.

Ability to manage and engineer multiple projects simultaneously.

Proficient PC skills, including:

Database input

Spreadsheets

Email

Strong interpersonal and writing skills.

Compensation:


$61,647- $77,057


$72,380.00-$90,474
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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$61,647.00-77,057.50 USD

Candidates will be considered based on their qualifications and the candidate's ability to work from an approved work location. Although the location is flexible, AEP does not have a presence in all states and localities. The following locations are NOT currently approved for this position: AK, CA, CO, CT, DE, HI, IA, ID, KS, MA, ME, MS, MT, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WY, US Territories or international work locations. AEP will consider qualified candidates who are willing to relocate to an approved work location, at the candidate's expense, provided the relocation can be completed within a timeframe that meets AEP's staffing needs. NOTE: All remote work locations require vetting and final approval prior to offer and/or start date. Any work locations listed as preferred or unapproved relate specifically to the requirements for this position and are not necessarily applicable to other posted positions.

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