Director Transmission Field Services (Substation, Protection and Controls)

Job Posting End Date

07-27-2026

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

Job Summary

****Responsible for Transmission Field Services substation, protection and controls for Ohio.

The Director Transmission Field Services (TFS) is a key member of the TFS leadership team responsible for the development and execution of strategies that allow for the safe and cost-effective delivery of field services to our internal and external business customers. Key services offered are various construction services, maintenance, field operations and emergency restoration for transmission facilities and distribution station facilities. For the assigned geographic footprint, responsible for one of the three functional areas in TFS: Station, Protection & Control or Transmission Line.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for the development and execution of strategies that allow for the safe and cost-effective delivery of construction and maintenance services to our internal and external business customers.
• Create a Zero Harm work culture.
• Promote and enforce safety rules and practices.
• Direct the development of the department's safety and human performance programs and manage their implementation and execution.
• Recommend, oversee development, and enable training to develop a workforce able to deliver the services required in order for AEP to be the Utility of the future.
• Support the standardization of work practices and oversee adherence to those practices.
• Ensure adherence to NERC Reliability Standards and complete work in accordance with all applicable governmental and corporate environmental, health and safety standards.
• Direct the development and execution of the annual transmission maintenance plan along with maintenance and construction practices.
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external business partners and customers to achieve execution of the transmission capital project portfolio and the delivery of operation and maintenance services.
• Be a strong advocate of the transmission field crews’ needs and represent this position with other business units.
• Be a change management champion as AEP evolves to the Utility of the future.
• Create and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure the prudent use of financial resources and ensure the department remains cost competitive.
• Direct and supervise the activities of department staff including ensuring that construction or maintenance techniques comply with all applicable standards, conducting equipment and material tests, coordinating outages with Transmission Operations, revising engineering drawings to agree with as-built conditions, completing all equipment checkouts and commissioning and completing all required maintenance and documentation needed to meet compliance obligations.
• Assist in the leadership and completion of emergency restoration efforts as required.
• Monitor the effectiveness of TFS practices and programs and make changes to enhance when necessary.

What We're Looking For:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in management or financial, engineering, or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years work experience, of which 5 years is to be in a leadership/supervisory position.
• Experience in engineering or compliance or transmission operations with a focus in line, station or P&C.
• An experienced professional with demonstrated leadership and teamwork capabilities working in a matrix environment is preferred.
• 15-20% travel required to engage and support front line employees across service territory.

Other Must Haves:

• Communication
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Planning and organizing.

Where You'll Work:

• On-Site in the New Albany, OH or Newark, OH transmission locations.

• Relocation would be considered for the right candidate

What You'll Get:

• Base salary
• Annual bonus
• Long-term incentive
• 401K match
• AEP Pension
• Comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

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!

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-012

Compensation Range:

$188,524.00 - $245,080.00

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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