Data Scientist (Mid - Sr.) - UTILITIES ANALYTICS

Data Scientist Opportunity

Responsible for conducting intermediate analysis on various data types to uncover hidden patterns and unknown correlations to support business and management decisions. This includes data mining, data auditing, aggregation, validation, and reconciliation. Build reports for management as well as conducts basic hypothesis tests (contextualize basic levels of complexity). Utilizes analytics and statistical software such as SQL, R, Python, Excel, Hadoop, Tableau, SAS, SPSS, and others to perform analysis and interpret data. Create visual dashboards.

Instrumental to the AEP's "Perfect Power" initiative. Communicate with the operating companies and lead the development of new analyses. Portfolio of predictive analytics for all advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) products. Artificial intelligence (AI) implementation of the team.

Develop moderately complex analytical tools to solve high-value business problems across AEP. Proficiently utilize analytical tools and data management skills to provide actionable business intelligence.

Continue building and acquiring business knowledge across the organization and utilize knowledge to perform meaningful analyses. Identify and acquire data pertinent to solving business problems.

Develop components of predictive and prescriptive systems to optimize operations and support strategic initiatives.

Apply data visualization tools to large data sets to enhance data understanding. Perform research to keep abreast of industry practices.

Utilize inquiry skills to obtain a clear understanding of business processes and needs.

Work with stakeholders to determine value that additional information derived from proper analysis could provide.

Collaborate with technology partners to develop data acquisition and data management practices.

Develop concise, meaningful written reports and provide oral presentation. Develop reporting dashboards that meet business needs for status, trends, and variances.

Collaborate with technology and business units to operationalize meaningful reports and dashboards of industry practices.

Consult with business unit partners to identify, prioritize, and develop actionable insights, providing analyses across a variety of core business areas.

Based on education, experience, interview evaluation and internal equity, this opportunity will be filled at either title. For this posting, minimum requirements are stated at the lower grade. Increased expectations are at the higher grade.

Data Scientist Sr. (grade 8)

Data Scientist (mid-level) (grade 7)

Education : Bachelor's degree in mathematics, operations research, statistics, economics, data science, computer science or related technical field is required.

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

Experience with analytics packages, such as R and Python.

Base Salary : approximately $86K - $124K. In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including : discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.

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!