American Electric Power

Solution Engineer Assc - Solution Engineer

Columbus, OH Full time

Job Posting End Date

01-10-2026

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

Job Summary

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!

Job Description

Part of a larger team delivering high quality technology solutions to the business. Assists with the design, development and installation of software solutions. Helps build high-quality, innovative and fully performing software in compliance with internal architecture, development & design standards & best practices. Helps design, modify, develop, write, implement and troubleshoot software programming applications. Supports and/or installs software applications. Participates in the testing process through test review and analysis, test witnessing and certification of software. Works within a Waterfall or Agile methodology/framework-based team. Collaborates heavily with Project Management, Business Analyst and Infrastructure Job Families.

 

What You'll Do:

  • Design, modify, develop, write, implement, and troubleshoot software programming applications.

  • Support and/or install software applications.

  • Participate in testing processes through test review, analysis, and certification.

  • Collaborate with Project Management, Business Analysts, and Infrastructure teams.

  • Work within Waterfall or Agile methodology frameworks.

  • Under direct supervision, assist with:

    • Meeting clients to discuss hardware/software needs.

    • Designing and installing customized solutions.

    • Testing system performance and fixing bugs.

    • Providing post-installation support and follow-ups.

    • Developing and maintaining customer relationships.

    • Supporting business units with technical queries.

Must-Have Skills:

  • API development experience using .NET Core and C# (1–2 years).

  • Strong knowledge of Oracle Database, including creating SQL packages, procedures, and batch scripts.

  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., GitHub).

  • Ability to work in a team environment and deliver high-quality solutions.

Nice-To-Have:

  • Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes.

  • Familiarity with Cloud Computing (1–2 years).

Solution Engineer Assc (SG 5):

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field is required. 

Experience: No additional experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

 

Solution Engineer (SG 6):

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field is required. 

Experience: 2 years of relevant work experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

What You'll Get:

Solution Engineer Assc (SG 5): $61,647 - $77,057

Solution Engineer (SG 6): $72,380 - $90,474

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.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$61,647.00 - $90,474.50

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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