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About the Role

Responsible for the strategic direction of a technology domain, services, or process within a broader strategy of a Business Unit (BU) customer or technology functional area. Promotes and applies Technology processes and solutions to meet the needs and align with the strategies of that BU customer or technology functional area. Responsible for directly managing and developing technology staff, building and sustaining collaborative relationships with operating companies, BUs, and technology teams. Lead a software application development team to complete projects and/or services and perform all technology work activities via efficient processes and effective use of resources.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the technology strategy supporting Transmission Engineering
Build trusted partnerships with engineering leadership to understand business priorities and emerging needs
Create multi-year technology roadmaps aligned with modernization initiatives
Drive standardization, simplification, and application rationalization
Serve as the primary IT relationship manager for Transmission Engineering organizations
Facilitate technology planning, prioritization, funding, and governance
Translate engineering challenges into actionable technology solutions
Ensure strong alignment between business value and IT investments
Lead delivery and support for technologies including: Engineering design and modeling systems, PLS-CADD and engineering design tools, Document and drawing management solutions, Data analytics and reporting platforms, System integrations and APIs
Manage the Transmission Engineering application portfolio
Prioritize initiatives based on business value and risk
Oversee project execution from planning through implementation
Ensure successful adoption and organizational change management
Maintain high system availability and application performance
Drive continuous improvement through automation and process optimization
Establish service-level objectives and operational metrics
Lead incident, problem, and lifecycle management activities
Partner with Enterprise Architecture to define future-state capabilities
Evaluate emerging technologies including AI, digital engineering, cloud platforms, and advanced analytics
Promote reusable platforms and enterprise standards
Improve data accessibility and interoperability across engineering systems
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of IT professionals
Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning
Manage vendor relationships and external delivery partners
Build succession plans and technical capabilities across the team

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer science, Engineering, Information Systems or related field
8+ years of progressive IT leadership experience
Experience supporting electric utility Transmission Engineering organizations
Strong understanding of transmission planning, engineering, design, and asset management processes
Experience managing enterprise application portfolios
Knowledge of cloud technologies, system integration, and cybersecurity
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and strategic initiatives
Experience with utility technologies such as Maximo, PLS-CADD, or engineering analysis platforms
Experience with AWS, Snowflake, Autodesk, and enterprise integration platforms
Knowledge of NERC CIP, FERC, and utility regulatory requirements
PMP, ITIL, SAFe, or Agile certifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, business, or related technical field is required.
An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
8 or more years of technology experience
4-6 years of direct supervision experience preferred

Skills

Strategic Thinking
Business Partnership
Customer Focus
Technology Leadership
Change Leadership
Financial Acumen
Executive Communication
Talent Development
Continuous Improvement
Decision Making

Experience Level

8+ years of progressive IT leadership experience
8 or more years of technology experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Computer science, Engineering, Information Systems or related field
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, business, or related technical field

Salary/Compensations

$136,539.00 - $177,503.00

About the Company

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!

Equal Opportunity

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.