American Electric Power

Job Posting End Date

06-28-2025

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

Job Summary

Responsible for performing architectural design and construction activities on projects requiring the application of architectural knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives. Candidate will also be responsible for bid documents and project supervision through completion of the assigned projects and tasks. Ability to program, design and execute facility construction projects, exhibits proficiency and knowledge of designs that enables the architect to serve as a resource for the company in that area; proficient in the use of MircoStation or AutoCAD software.

Job Description

American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) was named on Forbes magazine’s America’s Best Large Employers 2025 list

This single vacancy is posted in a range. Please note that Education and/or relevant Experience will be used to determine the appropriate salary and salary grade.

Workplace Architect (Salary Grade 6)

Workplace Architect Sr (Salary Grade 8)

What You'll Do:

• Possesses the knowledge to make some technical decisions, with supervision, based on calculated risks with little management review; provides support to supervisor or manager to assist in making decisions affecting long range plans and goals based on analysis of input and outcomes.
• With supervision identifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to problems that are typical to the organizational unit and requires knowledge of facility design and/or problem-solving techniques.
• Assists in the preparation and presentation of the most designs, clearly, concisely, and persuasively, bringing in ancillary issues before senior management, professional organizations, etc.
• Possesses team building skills that extend through AEP, and other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia.
• Develops, recommends, and implements plans to address project issues within field of design expertise.

What We're Looking For:

Workplace Architect (Salary Grade 6)

Education: Bachelor's in Architecture in a program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).

Experience: Requires a minimum of 4 years experience in Architecture.

Required License(s)/Certification(s): License in any U.S. state and NCARB certification; or ability to gain NCARB certification.

Workplace Architect Sr (Salary Grade 8)

Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering in a program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).

Experience: Minimum 4 years' experience as an Architect.

Required License(s)/Certification(s): NCARB Certification in any U.S. state is required for this position.

Other Must Haves:

Physical demand level is Sedentary

These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.

• Incumbent is accountable for making sound recommendations and decisions that have an impact across organizational boundaries.
• Depending upon assignment, position may entail some travel and exposure to situations which require the knowledge, understanding and adherence to applicable safety procedures.
• Master's degree in Architecture preferred.
• May require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules.
• Demonstrates vision in identifying business opportunities for the organizational unit.
• Proficient in the use of MicroStation or AutoCAD.

Where You'll Work:

AEP Headquarters (Onsite): 1 Riverside Plaza, Columbus, OH 43215

What You'll Get:

Expected Salary Range:

Workplace Architect (Salary Grade 6), $96,000.00-$100,000.00 (USD)

Workplace Architect Sr (Salary Grade 8), $115,295.00-$119,295.00 (USD)

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-008

Compensation Range:

$96,110.00-124,940.00 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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