Meter Engineer (Assc - Eng)

Job Posting End Date

11-11-2025

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

Job Summary

Responsible to the assigned leader for performing meter engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.

Job Description

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

What You’ll Do:

This role includes a wide variety of activities associated with all aspects of Advanced Metering Infrastructure [AMI – Smart Meters] deployment, AMI technology evaluation, testing of these systems and production support of the AMI and systems.
 

Some duties include:

• Meter regression testing of AMI firmware revisions.
• RFP development and evaluation
• Contract and scope of work processes development.
• Vendor interaction.
• Training
• Documentation
• Operating company coordination and issues resolution.

Additional requirements beyond the Engineering general requirements include:

• Possess basic level knowledge plus demonstrate proficiency in the application of “theory to solution” of well-defined problems or to analyze without guidance.
• Demonstrates competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle assignments of moderate complexity.  [e.g. divide a problem into steps and perform the analysis necessary to complete each step.
• Exhibits the ability to understand interrelationships between systems, components, devices and processes.
• Demonstrates the ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes.
• Lead and coordinates work activities of others within the work group, department or other corporate entity as necessary to complete routine and project activities.  Including interaction with AMI system and Meter vendors, Operating Companies, peer groups such as Dolan and Canton Labs, Telecom, and IT.
• Performs routine engineering activity with minimum direction from higher level employees.
• Follows policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and those regulation and procedures required by external agencies.
• Provides training and guidance to other employees and those supported by Consumer Technologies
• Stay abreast of AMI technologies.
• Development of AMI test cases and coordination of test case planning and execution.
• Completion of cost estimates.

Other Requirements:

• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must have an understanding of National Electric Code.
• Must have familiarization with Micro Station or related GIS software such as Auto Cad.

What You'll Get:

$84,000 - $105,000

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

Where You'll Work:

On-Site - Canton, OH

What We're Looking For:

Meter Engineer Assc:

This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*

Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.

Basic Qualifications: Meter Engineer:

Has typically acquired two - four (2-4) 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 from an engineering program accredited by ABET* may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.

Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.

*ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Acceptable alternatives are:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. OR
• 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.

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (On-Site)

$84K - $105K / Year

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$61,647.00-77,057.50 USD

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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