Engineer Assc at American Electric Power in Columbus, OH

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Job Posting End Date 10-24-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Job Summary Control Systems Engineer As a Control Systems Engineer, you will support Gas, Coal, and Renewable operations by maintaining and upgrading major equipment and critical systems, including Burner Management Systems (BMS), Combustion Control Systems (CCS), Turbine Control Systems (TCS), Environmental Control Systems, and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA). Your expertise in troubleshooting and optimization will ensure the reliability and efficiency of our energy infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Manage the Operational Technology (OT) Network and associated devices for seamless system integration and communication. Implement cybersecurity best practices to safeguard control systems from threats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop safe, reliable, and compliant control strategies. Support Continuous Emissions Monitoring (CEMS) operations, with opportunities for career growth in this area. Qualifications: Degree in mechanical, electrical, computer, or process engineering. Hands-on experience with any of the following: Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and SCADA systems (e.g., AB Rockwell, Emerson Ovation, ABB Symphony, GE Mark VIe, Siemens, or Vestas is a plus). Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex environments. Familiarity with network configuration, protocols (e.g., Firewalls, Ethernet, Modbus, OPC), and datalink setup is advantageous. Knowledge and Skills: Solid grasp of control theory, including PID, adaptive, and model predictive control. Ability to interpret and create technical documentation (e.g., System Descriptions, SAMA logic diagrams, P&IDs, schematics). Experience with servers, thin clients, network equipment, and computer-based instrumentation is a plus. Understanding of cybersecurity principles for control systems. Data analysis skills to monitor and enhance system performance. Proficiency in MS Access, Excel, Word, SQL, SharePoint, or Visual Basic is a plus. Familiarity with CEMS, renewable energy systems (solar, battery, wind), or regulatory compliance is advantageous. Strong communication skills for team collaboration. Working Conditions: Shift work (day/night) and overtime as needed. ~25% travel, including day trips and overnight stays (up to a week or more). Work in indoor/outdoor environments with exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, fumes, and operating machinery. Mandatory safety gear at generating stations: hard hat, eye/hearing protection, steel-toed shoes with heels and non-slip soles. Adherence to site-specific safety requirements. Join us to drive innovation in energy technology and shape a sustainable future. You will be responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing entry level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives. Job Description What You'll Do: Technical Expertise: Possesses entry-level knowledge and experience in the application of theory to solve well-defined problems or provide analysis, with guidance from higher-level engineers. Assists higher-level engineers in handling well-defined portions of more complex problems and analyses.Exhibits fundamental understanding of standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment. Gains familiarity with standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment. Gains familiarity with pertinent equipment, materials, systems and business processes. Leadership & Guidance: Coordinates work activities of others as required to resolve routine engineering tasks. Demonstrates working knowledge of appropriate policies and procedures; however, activities are generally monitored by higher-level employees to ensure work is performed in accordance with established guidelines. Performs work