Equipment Specialist

Indiana Michigan Power (AEP)·Vernon, TX·Posted July 2026

Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Equipment Specialist role at a nuclear power station focused on planning, testing, receiving, storing, assembling, adjusting, and repairing station electrical equipment including power transformers, reactors, circuit breakers, and associated accessories. Requires hands-on technical expertise, ability to instruct others, and coordination with contractors on modernization and maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

—Instruct others or perform routine and emergency tests on station electrical equipment as required
—Prepare and maintain station electrical equipment records
—Develop and assist with presentations in Centralized Station Electrician Training Schools
—Coordinate bidding contracts and monitor contractor performance
—Investigate failures or malfunctions of electrical equipment, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions
—Check all details of installation and release electrical equipment for operation
—Perform or direct modernization and rebuilding of station electrical equipment

Qualifications

Associate's degree in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance technology or equivalent education/experience. Equivalent military training in technical/technician fields (aviation, nuclear instrumentation) accepted. Minimum 3 years' experience in Station or Protection & Control related activities. Recent experience (within 6 months) as Station Electrician or equivalent with another utility or contractor preferred.