Water Permitting & Compliance Lead for Energy Projects

Job Posting End Date 07-24-2026. Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Job Summary Candidate will be responsible for working as a fully engaged and integral part of our environmental and project teams to support new generation project diligence and water permitting & compliance aspects of new fossil generation projects & acquisitions and providing ongoing environmental permitting and compliance support to generating assets. Responsibilities may also include periodic water permit and compliance support for other company facilities (e.g., electric transmission and distribution, operating company service centers, office buildings, or other regulated and commercial business operations). Candidate will exhibit advanced proficiency and knowledge that enables them to serve as subject matter expert and leader within the assigned organization. Previous water permitting and compliance experience, a working knowledge of state rules (within AEP’s operating territory preferred), and self‑motivation is a must. Key Responsibilities Conduct due diligence reviews of potential new generation project development sites and facilities for acquisition, prepare diligence reports, identify potential environmental risks and effectively communicate those risks to the team manager, senior management and other project stakeholders within AEP. Interface with internal team and project developer throughout planning and construction of the new asset. Scope and coordinate environmental field studies (e.g., terrestrial and aquatic species surveys, habitat assessments, wetland and waters delineations, historic and cultural resource surveys, etc.) to support initial site investigation activities, NEPA documentation when needed, and environmental permitting. Prepare or oversee the preparation of environmental permit applications, reports, consultations, submittal of applications/modifications, review/comments on technical support documents and draft permits, and lead agency permit negotiations. Monitor, conduct complex/advanced data analysis, interpret, and provide summaries or technical guidance for existing and new regulations or legislation. Comment on proposed regulations. Provide permit and compliance support to AEP facilities; assist with facility compliance reviews, training sessions, and compliance audits. Serve as an internal expert resource for assigned subject areas. Interact and build working relationships with federal and state resource agency staff. Lead, facilitate, and coordinate work activities of others within the work group, team, department, or external consultants, assuming the role of project manager to perform permitting and compliance work. Identify, clarify, resolve, and initiate solutions to complex compliance problems that require multi‑functional, or organizational, interfacing and/or multi‑disciplined analytical techniques. Lead the preparation and presentation of complex technical subjects, clearly, concisely, and persuasively, bringing in ancillary issues before senior management, professional organizations, regulatory bodies, etc. Develop and implement standards of work as it relates to the group’s activities and continually seek process improvements. Permitting Scope (Examples) NPDES permitting (Individual, Multi‑Sector, and General Permits) US Army Corps of Engineers permitting Section 401 Water Quality Certification U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Section 7 and 10 permitting State Historic Preservation Office Section 106 Consultation National Environmental Policy Act Species surveys and habitat protection Other federal, state, and local environmental permits and certifications Qualifications Environmental Engineer (SG7) — 4 or more years related engineering experience and bachelor’s degree in an ABET accredited program, or 2 years related experience and master’s degree. Registration as a PE in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico encouraged and preferred. Must be available for overtime, call‑out overtime and shift work, and 10‑25% travel. Physical demand level is sedentary. Environmental Specialist Sr (SG7) — Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, chemistry, natural resources, or ecology or related field & minimum 6 years of environmental experience. Master’s or Doctorate considered. Registration in recognized associations encouraged. Same availability & travel requirements. Environmental Engineer Sr (SG8) — 6 or more years related engineering experience and bachelor’s degree in ABET accredited program, or 4 years related experience and master’s or PhD. PE encouraged and preferred. Same availability & travel. Environmental Specialist Principle (SG8) — Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, chemistry, natural resources, or ecology or related field & minimum 10 years of experience. Same availability & travel. Environmental Engineer Principle (SG9) — 8 or more years related engineering experience and bachelor’s degree in ABET accredited program or 6 years related experience and master’s or PhD; PE required unless waived. Same availability & travel. Environmental Specialist Consultant (SG9) — Minimum 18 years of environmental experience (with bachelor’s degree & master’s or PhD considered). Same availability & travel. Work Locations This role sits on site in Columbus, OH or additional locations of Ft. Wayne, IN; Charleston, WV; Roanoke, VA; Shreveport, LA or Tulsa, OK. Benefits In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports and enhances employee well‑being. Equal Employment Opportunity It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer‑employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Electric Power