Civil Engineer Principal | New Generation & Oversight Engineering

American Electric Power

Base: $117k - $151k; bonus/equity: discretionary s...
Onsite
Site grading and drainage design expertise
Foundation and earthwork design criteria
Stormwater permitting and npdes compliance
American Electric Power is seeking a Civil Engineer Principal to oversee civil engineering for gas, coal, and renewable power generation projects. The role requires significant experience in civil/site design, collaboration with various stakeholders, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards

Job Summary

  • This role supports gas, coal, and renewable power generation projects by defining civil design basis and delivering scope across the project lifecycle.
  • The engineer will lead permitting coordination, perform hydrologic analyses, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
  • Candidates will receive a competitive base salary ranging from $117K to $151K along with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) and pension.

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American Electric Power is seeking a Civil Engineer Principal to oversee civil engineering for gas, coal, and renewable power generation projects. The role requires significant experience in civil/site design, collaboration with various stakeholders, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Salary

Base: $117K - $151K; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary short-/long-term incentives; Benefits: 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Site grading and drainage design expertise
  • Foundation and earthwork design criteria
  • Stormwater permitting and NPDES compliance
  • Hydrology/hydraulic modeling proficiency
  • Construction QA/QC and materials testing
  • Geotechnical report interpretation skills

Nice-to-have

  • Power plant cooling system experience
  • Revit/BIM workflow familiarity
  • Renewable generation civil requirements
  • Strong stakeholder collaboration skills
  • Environmental sustainability focus

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET accredited)
  • 8+ years of related engineering experience
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
  • Master's or PhD degree alternative with 6 years experience

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