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<p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Posting End Date</b></p>05-06-2026<p style="text-align:left">Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Summary </b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>This role is responsible to the assigned manager for performing intermediate level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b>Technical Expertise:</b></p><ul><li>Possesses knowledge and experience in the application of theory to solve well-defined problems or provide analysis, with guidance from higher-level engineers.</li><li>Assists higher-level engineers in handling well-defined portions of more complex problems and analyses.</li><li>Exhibits fundamental understanding of standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment.</li><li>Gains familiarity with standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment.</li><li>Gains familiarity with pertinent equipment, materials, systems and business processes.</li></ul><p><b>Leadership &amp; Guidance:</b></p><ul><li>Coordinates work activities of others as required to resolve routine engineering tasks.</li><li>Demonstrates working knowledge of appropriate policies and procedures; however, activities are generally monitored by higher-level employees to ensure work is performed in accordance with established guidelines.</li><li>Performs work activities as assigned and coached by higher-level employees.</li><li>Demonstrates ability to work with others in both supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary.</li><li>Demonstrates willingness and capabilities to assume leadership roles.</li></ul><p><b>Planning &amp; Organization Ability:</b></p><ul><li>Provides input to routine project planning documents related to scheduling and understands the use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities.</li><li>Monitors project status and recommend action accordingly.</li><li>Prepares cost estimates using established standards.</li><li>Develops understanding of the workflow for routine engineering projects.</li><li>Accomplishes work according to plans and schedules established by higher-level employees.</li></ul><p><b>Problem Solving &amp; Initiative:</b></p><ul><li>Actively seeks out information and understanding of engineering problems and solution techniques applicable to area of responsibility.</li><li>Applies basic techniques to perform analysis associated with the resolution of routine technical problems.</li><li>Uses initiative in looking for opportunities and presenting new ideas and new approaches.</li></ul><p><b>Communication:</b></p><ul><li>Assists and participates in the preparation of reports and technical papers.</li><li>Assimilates information and instructions readily.</li><li>Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing and presents ideas clearly.</li><li>Listens to and understands instructions, and requests clarification as required.</li></ul><p><b>Interpersonal Skills:</b></p><ul><li>Begins networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation.</li><li>Understands the agendas and perspectives of others.</li><li>Develops effective give-and-take relationship.</li><li>Demonstrates the ability to be a team player.</li><li>Relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.</li></ul><p><b>Decision Making:</b></p><ul><li>Knows which decisions they are authorized to make.</li><li>Develops decision-making skills under guidance of higher-level employees and makes routine decisions subject to review and contributes to team decision-making.</li></ul><p><b>Business Awareness &amp; Characteristics:</b></p><ul><li>Demonstrates an attitude and desire to listen to and satisfy both internal and external customers who use and depend upon their organizational unit&#39;s work.</li><li>Applies economic analysis techniques in problem solving.</li><li>Pursues effective ways to protect and enhance the environment while providing reliable electricity at a competitive cost.</li><li>Active participation in professional and business organizations is encouraged.</li><li>Develops an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the department. </li></ul><p></p><p><b>What You&#39;ll Do:</b></p><p><b>Transmission Line Engineering:</b></p><ul><li>Plan and scope T-Line projects</li><li>Communicate with stakeholders</li><li>Structure type selection</li><li>Geotechnical Report evaluation</li><li>Design of multiple foundation types</li><li>Wire tension &amp; clearance evaluation</li><li>PLS-CADD Design</li><li>Perform field visits (~10% travel)</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>Note: <i>This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Engineer Associate level, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Engineers.</i></b></p><p></p><p><b>What We&#39;re Looking For:</b></p><p></p><p>This is an entry level engineer position for new graduates with a Bachelor&#39;s degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*; Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>*VP or above may waive the ABET Accreditation Requirement</b></p><p></p><p><b>Where You&#39;ll Work:</b></p><p>On-Site in our Roanoke, VA location</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do</b><br /><br />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&#39;re passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!</p><p></p><p></p><p>AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (On-Site)</p><p>$84K - $110K / Year</p><p>#LI-Onsite</p><p>#AEPCareers</p><p>#APCO</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Compensation Data</b></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Compensation Grade:</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>SP20-005<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Compensation Range:</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>$74,551.00 - $109,543.00<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>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.  </span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Hear about it first!</b>   Get job alerts by email.  Log in to your Candidate Home Account today!  If you don&#39;t have an account, you can create one.</p>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.

Engineer Assc - Engineer (Transmission Line)

Engineer Associate

Entry-level engineer with ABET-accredited bachelor’s in engineering; focus on transmission line projects; willing to travel ~10%; FE encouraged/PE pathway.

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<p>The Department of Geosciences at Virginia Tech invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in geothermal energy and subsurface geomechanics, working under the supervision of Manoochehr Shirzaei.</p>
<p>The successful candidate will join a highly interdisciplinary and internationally engaged research team investigating the coupled physics of fluid injection, poromechanical deformation, and earthquake nucleation in enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) and other subsurface energy operations. Our research integrates geophysics, hydrology, and geomechanics to address fundamental and applied questions related to induced seismicity, reservoir sustainability, and the long-term reliability of geothermal energy as a critical component of future water–energy security.</p>
<p>The primary responsibility of the postdoctoral associate (~80% effort) will be to develop, implement, and apply advanced poromechanical fluid-diffusion and fault-failure models to better understand induced seismicity processes associated with geothermal stimulation and production. This work will be closely connected to observational constraints (e.g., seismicity catalogs, surface deformation, injection and production records) and is expected to lead to high-impact, peer-reviewed journal publications.</p>
<p>The postdoctoral associate will also contribute (~20% effort) to mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, and participating in the development of competitive research proposals. The position offers substantial intellectual independence, opportunities to shape new research directions, and engagement with national and international partners working on next-generation geothermal energy and subsurface resilience challenges.</p>
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<p>-Ph.D. in civil and environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, earth sciences (geophysics, geomechanics, or related disciplines), or a closely related field. The Ph.D. must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment, with a minimum of one year of postdoctoral eligibility remaining at the time of hire.<br />-Demonstrated expertise in poromechanical and hydro-mechanical modeling of subsurface systems, including fluid diffusion, stress evolution, and fault or fracture mechanics relevant to geothermal reservoirs and induced seismicity.<br />-Strong proficiency in scientific and technical programming, with experience in one or more of the following languages: MATLAB, Python, C++, or equivalent high-performance computing environments. Experience developing research-grade numerical codes, implementing custom solvers, or working with large datasets is expected.</p>
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<p>-Experience with geospatial analysis and visualization tools (e.g., GIS platforms, spatial databases) for integrating seismic, geodetic, and subsurface datasets.<br />-Prior experience with numerical modeling of coupled subsurface processes, including fluid flow, deformation, and fault or fracture mechanics, particularly in geothermal or induced seismicity contexts.<br />-Demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills, including experience mentoring students, coordinating small research efforts, or contributing meaningfully to interdisciplinary teams.<br />-Evidence of effective scientific communication, including peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, and proposal contributions, as well as the ability to clearly document and present complex modeling results.<br />-Interest in, or prior experience with, teaching, training, or curriculum development in geosciences, engineering, or computational methods.</p>
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Postdoctoral Associate

PhD in civil/environmental/mechanical engineering, geophysics, geomechanics, or related field; expertise in poromechanical/hydro-mechanical modeling; proficient in MATLAB, Python, C++, or similar; up to 4 years post-PhD; strong communication.

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<p>The Data Security and Privacy Lab at Virginia Tech invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate position in the areas of AI for cybersecurity, and cybersecurity and privacy for AI. The position is intended for a highly motivated researcher interested in advancing the foundations and applications of secure, privacy-aware, and reliable AI systems.<br /><br />The postdoctoral researcher will work closely with the lab director Dr. Kantarcioglu, students, and research collaborators on projects at the intersection of machine learning, AI, security, and privacy. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to both theoretical and applied research, publish in leading venues, and help shape new research directions in these areas.<br /><br />The successful candidate is expected to contribute to one or more of the following areas:<br /><br />· AI for cybersecurity, including the use of machine learning and large language models for cyber defense.<br /><br />· Privacy for AI, including privacy-preserving machine learning, privacy risks in model training and deployment, data protection, and auditing or evaluation of privacy mechanisms.<br /><br />· Graph neural networks, including robust learning on graph-structured data, security and privacy issues in GNNs, graph-based anomaly detection, and trustworthy graph machine learning.</p>
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<p>· PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.<br />· PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.<br />· Strong research background in machine learning, cybersecurity, privacy, graph machine learning, or a related area.<br />· Demonstrated publication record in relevant peer-reviewed venues (e.g., CODASPY, Neurips, ICML, ICLR, VLDB, ICDE, SIGMOD, CCS, Usenix Security, NDSS ).<br />· Strong programming and experimental skills.<br />· Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a research group environment.</p>
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<p>· Experience with large language models, trustworthy AI, adversarial machine learning, or privacy-preserving learning.<br />· Experience with graph neural networks and graph-based data analysis.<br />· Experience with cybersecurity applications such as intrusion detection, malware analysis, threat intelligence, or security operations.<br />· Interest in interdisciplinary and applied research with real-world impact.</p>
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<p>$63,000-$73,000</p>
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PhD in CS/CE/EE within 4 years, strong ML, cybersecurity, privacy, graph ML, publications, coding skills, independent and collaborative work.

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<p>Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Associate position within Wireless@Virginia Tech (https://wireless.vt.edu/) in the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Virginia Tech. The position focuses on conducting experimental and theoretical research in positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), with particular emphasis on signal processing and receiver design using signals of opportunity, especially those originating from low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellite systems.<br /><br />The successful candidate will contribute to ongoing research efforts in areas including LEO-based PNT, opportunistic navigation using communication signals, and advanced signal processing and estimation techniques for localization and timing. The postdoctoral associate will work closely with faculty, graduate students, and external collaborators, and is expected to contribute to technical proposal development, research and development activities, and the publication of results in high-impact journals and conferences.</p>
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<p>• Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.<br />• PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.<br />• Background in PNT, wireless localization, or related areas.<br />• Strong foundation in signal processing, including estimation and detection theory, and wireless communications.<br />• Experience with or strong interest in receiver design, signals of opportunity, and/or LEO satellite or communication-based systems.<br />• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research and collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary team environments.<br />• Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.</p>
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<p>• Experience with RF experimentation or wireless testbeds.<br />• Experience contributing to research proposals.<br />• Prior experience mentoring graduate or undergraduate students.<br />• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and/or C++ for wireless system simulation, algorithm development, or experimental validation.</p>
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<p>Exempt: Not eligible for overtime</p>
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<p>Restricted</p>
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<p>$65,000 - $75,000, commensurate with experience</p>
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<p><strong>Hours per week</strong></p>
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<p>40</p>
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<p>April 20, 2026</p>
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<p>The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.</p>
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PhD in electrical engineering or computer science; PhD awarded within 4 years; background in PNT, wireless localization; strong signal processing; experience with receiver design; publications in peer-reviewed venues.

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<p>Transportation Packaging and Distribution Systems Research<br /><br />The department for Sustainable Biomaterials and its Center for Packaging and Unit Load Design (CPULD) at Virginia Tech are an internationally recognized leader in distribution packaging research and innovation. Our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities include advanced testing equipment for vibration analysis, shock dynamics, compression testing, and thermal performance evaluation. Through collaborative partnerships with industry and government agencies, we conduct cutting-edge research in transport packaging performance, unit load design, cold chain logistics, and sustainable packaging systems, addressing critical challenges in product protection, supply chain optimization, and distribution system efficiency.<br /><br />We seek a highly motivated and collaborative researcher with expertise in engineering, materials science, or related computational fields to contribute to our research program focused on transport packaging optimization and distribution systems. Current research initiatives include developing advanced vibration analysis methodologies for wooden packaging systems, predictive modeling for packaging performance, and optimization of packaging designs for high-value product distribution. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical and experimental skills to address challenges in packaging dynamics, product protection, and sustainable packaging solutions.<br /><br />The individual will be responsible for:<br />• Design and conduct experimental research on transport packaging performance, including vibration, shock, and compression testing of packaging systems.<br />• Develop and implement predictive models for packaging performance using machine learning approaches and physics-based simulations.<br />• Investigate logistics optimization strategies for packaging and distribution systems, including unit load design and supply chain efficiency.<br />• Collect, process, and analyze experimental data from mechanical testing equipment; prepare technical reports and presentations.<br />• Conduct comprehensive literature review and analysis of existing vibration data conversion methodologies, assessing their applicability to wooden packaging systems.<br />• Develop practical design guidelines, simplified analytical models, and best practices documentation for industry implementation of vibration testing and design optimization.<br />• Prepare research findings for publication in peer-reviewed journals and present results at national and international conferences.<br />• Collaborate with industry partners on applied research projects and technology transfer initiatives, including workshop delivery and distribution of design tools.<br />• Mentor graduate students on research projects and laboratory procedures.<br />• Participate in the development of grant proposals for external funding from NSF, USDA NIFA, and other federal agencies.<br />• Limited teaching or outreach responsibilities may be assigned depending on interest and departmental needs.<br />• Given the nature of this work, this position is not eligible for telework.</p>
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<p>• Ph.D. in Packaging Science, Wood Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering, Wood Science, or related field. PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.<br />• Strong background in computational mechanics, structural dynamics, or wood mechanics.<br />• Experience with finite element analysis and modal analysis techniques.<br />• Experience with vibration analysis, dynamic testing, or mechanical systems characterization.<br />• Proven record of publishing refereed journal articles and presenting at professional conferences.<br />• Strong understanding of experimental design, data collection, and statistical analysis.<br />• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary research environment.<br />• Excellent technical writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.<br />• Ability to lift or carry 50 lbs, obtain and maintain a valid Virginia Driver's license.<br />• Position requires considerable walking, standing, stooping, and bending, and requires the use of personal protective equipment.</p>
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<p>• Experience applying machine learning models to structural systems, predictive modeling, or optimization problems related to packaging or mechanical systems.<br />• Background in logistics optimization, supply chain modeling, or distribution network analysis.<br />• Familiarity with vibration data analysis techniques.<br />• Experience with Monte Carlo simulation, uncertainty quantification, or sensitivity analysis.<br />• Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, R, or similar computational platforms.<br />• Experience with data acquisition systems, accelerometer arrays, and sensor integration for dynamic testing.<br />• Knowledge of packaging performance testing standards (ASTM D4169, ISTA) and test protocol development.<br />• Experience with wood material properties, orthotropic material modeling, or joint behavior under cyclic loading.</p>
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PhD in Packaging Science, Wood Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering or related field; strong computational and experimental skills; ability to publish and present; drive license.

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