Telecom Consultant

Job Posting End Date

09-08-2025

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

Job Summary

Performs straight forward network architecture assignments under moderate direction. Uses knowledge to support the planning, researching, evaluating, designing, and developing network systems. Participates in configuration, installation, and performance analysis of networks.

Job Description

This position is centered around IP Network Technology.

This position would be supporting/engineering in the Operational Technology networks as well as CORE and Backbone networks.

This position will be supporting/engineering for Transmission, Distribution and Generation environments.

Vendor technologies include Cisco and Arista.

Vendor toolsets include Cisco SDWan Manager, Cisco FMC, Cisco FND, SolarWinds and Arista Cloud Vision.

What you’ll do:

- Participates in design, installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and performance analysis of AEP's intermediate and enterprise telecommunication networks and systems. Follows policies, practices, procedures, standards, and company rules relative to assignments. complies with regulations and procedures required by external agencies.

- Prepares cost estimates for engineering assignments using established guidelines.

- Performs documentation of project work using established guidelines; Performs network assignments.

- Analyze network performance, troubleshoot when necessary, and provide resolutions to technical problems.

- Follow standard workflow for engineering projects; apply economic analysis techniques and adhere to budgeting and approval processes in project development.

- Demonstrate knowledge of AEP networks, components, and facilities to enable more efficient and comprehensive responses to projects and problems.

- Learn AEP's organizational structure and the specific role and responsibility of one's organizational unit.

What we’re looking for:

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 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 Gahanna, Ohio.

What you’ll get:

Telecom Consultant SG7 ($85,081-$106,353)

The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees….the best in the business! We’re proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!

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.

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-007

Compensation Range:

$85,081.00-106,352.50 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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