Telecom Outside Plant Engineer-Associate

American Electric Power • Corpus Christi, TX • 3d ago

Job Posting End Date

09-10-2025

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

Job Summary

Performs routine network architecture assignments under general direction. Assists with planning, researching, evaluating, designing, and developing network systems.

Job Description

What you'll do:

Learns and adheres to policies, procedures, standards, codes, and regulations relevant to assignments.

Pursues Zero Harm.

Develops knowledge of American Electric Power (AEP) networks, components, and facilities to enable more efficient and comprehensive responses to projects and problems.

Under general direction of more experienced employees:

prepares cost estimates for routine engineering assignments.

perform documentation of project work using established guidelines.

use approved applications and tools for projects as required to perform routine engineering tasks.

Assists higher-level employees in handling well-defined routine projects and problems.

Reviews and adheres to AEP's budgeting and approval processes as part of annual planning, project planning and trouble response scenarios.

Learns AEP's organizational structure and specific role and responsibility of one's individual organizational unit.

Completes other duties as assigned.

What we're looking for:

Telecom Consultant Associate SG6

Education:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, telecommunications, or related field of study

Or Associate's degree in field mentioned above with 2 years of relevant work experience

Or HS diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant work experience required.

Experience:

No additional experience, other than what is listed above, is required.

Licenses/Certifications:

Valid Driver's License is Required.

Telecom Consultant SG7

Education:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, telecommunications, or related field of study

Or Associate's degree in field mentioned above with 2 years of relevant work experience

Or HS diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant work experience required.

Experience:

2 years of relevant work experience in addition to any experience mentioned above.

Licenses/Certifications:

Valid Driver's License is Required.

In addition:

Possess entry to basic level knowledge of communications technologies and inter-networking principles.

Demonstrate competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle basic assignments. (e.g., by dividing the problem into component steps, and performing the analysis necessary to complete each step.)

Exhibit fundamental understanding for pertinent telecom equipment, materials, systems and business processes.

Use initiative in looking for opportunities and presenting new ideas and new approaches. Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrate the ability to be a team player. Relates to people in an open, friendly and sincere manner. Use initiative in looking for opportunities to increase job knowledge and technical skills.

Develop decision making skills under guidance of higher level employees.

Core Competencies: Continuous improvement, team player, assume positive intent, safety first focus, continuous learning, professionalism.

Occasional travel required.

Where you'll work:

This role sits on site in Corpus Christi, Texas.

What you'll get:

Telecom Consultant Associate SG6($82,000-$105,000)

Telecom Consultant SG7 $82,000-$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 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!

American Electric Power (On-Site)

$82K- 105$K / Year

LI-Onsite

AEPCareers

telecom

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$72,380.00-90,474.50 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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