Protection & Control Operations Supervisor

AEP

Columbus, OH

Full Time

Posted October 12, 2026

$116k - $151k

Utilities

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Source: Workday View original listing
Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 14, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Utilities
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

Job Description

10-22-2026

Key Responsibilities

Lead, direct, and coordinate the daily activities of Protection & Control personnel, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution of work assignments.
Oversee the review and application of relay and control schemes to ensure the reliable operation and protection of transmission and substation equipment.
Manage planning, scheduling, testing, calibration, and maintenance activities for protective relays, control systems, RTUs, DAS, DMS, and fault recorders.
Direct the installation and commissioning of switchboards, control houses, and temporary protection and control systems supporting station construction and maintenance activities.
Lead the analysis of fault events, interruption reports, and oscillography data to identify relay performance issues and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure accurate maintenance of relay settings, testing records, calibration data, BCT ratios, and related documentation in compliance with NERC, FERC, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Oversee the development of project cost estimates, labor forecasts, and resource planning for Protection & Control projects. Authorize contractor work and verify completed construction activities to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.
Provide technical leadership and operational support during system disturbances, equipment failures, and storm restoration efforts to safely restore facilities to service.
Partner with Technical Services and Operations teams develop, prioritize, and execute the annual Protection & Control maintenance plan, ensuring completion of established work objectives.
Champion a culture of safety by holding employees and contractors accountable to the AEP System Safety Process and Zero Harm principles while ensuring compliance with all safety requirements.
Provide coaching, performance feedback, and development opportunities to employees to support individual growth and team effectiveness.
Coordinate activities with Engineering, Operations, Construction, and Technical Services teams to support system reliability and achieve business objectives.
Support budgeting, workforce planning, and resource allocation activities to meet departmental and organizational goals.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance system reliability, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and overall work group performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited institution in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology or related discipline and typically requires five (5) years of related work experience in protection and control-related activities
OR an associate’s degree in electrical engineering technology or related degree and a minimum of eight (8) years of work experience in protection and control-related activities.
Strong teamwork skills which include collaboration.
Lead, facilitate, and coordinate the work activities of others within the work group.