Job Description

Job Posting End Date

04-13-2026

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

Responsible for assisting with Corrective Action Program (CAP) activities as well as proactively identifying and driving performance and process improvements within the Engineering Department.

Please Note: This position is posted in a range, and an offer will be made based on the candidate's qualifications.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct activities associated with performance improvement programs, including accurate navigation of Corrective Action Program software.
• Complete all types of corrective action program assignments, including higher level evaluations (Trend, Cause, INPO Event Report (INPO) Evaluations, Effectiveness Reviews), as qualified.
• Lead or participate on self-assessments and benchmarking activities across multiple disciplines and cross-functionally.
• Maintain knowledge of current industry trends in performance and process improvement through networking activities, participation on conference calls, industry meetings, and assessments at other stations.
• Facilitate Engineering Responsible Group Screening (RGS) for daily review of newly initiated Condition Reports.
• Process the items screened in the Engineering RGS in the CAP software
• Interact cross-functionally with all other departments in Initial Screening Committee and Work Assessment Group.
• Three years’ experience in nuclear Performance Improvement and/or Engineering is preferred.

What We're Looking For:

Nuclear Engineer/ Salary Grade 7: $87,633 - $109,544

• Has typically acquired 2 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*, Individuals with a Master's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET* may be considered for entry into the organization at this level. *ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Acceptable alternative:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
• **VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a non-ABET accredited program.

Nuclear Engineer, Senior/ Salary Grade 8:$98,993 - $128,689

• Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited ABET*; or 2 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*. Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred. *ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Acceptable alternative:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program. **Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
• **VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a non-ABET accredited program.

Other Requirements:

• May perform walk downs in plant environment which may include exposure to heat, cold, noise, and radiation exposure.
• Fluent user of CAP software.
• Cause Evaluation experience is encouraged and preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of the Work Control Process is encouraged and preferred.
• Maintain knowledge of current industry trends in performance and process improvement through networking activities, participation on conference calls, industry meetings, and assessment at other stations.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and a strong questioning attitude.

Must establish and maintain a permanent residence within a 45-minute safe drive time to the D.C. Cook Nuclear Plant.

What You’ll Get:

In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees...the best in the business! We're proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-007

Compensation Range:

$87,633.00 - $128,688.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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