Job Posting End Date 11-09-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Job Summary The Compliance Technical Writer Sr is responsible for producing, editing, and maintaining high quality, audit ready NERC compliance documentation for the Enterprise NERC Reliability Assurance (ENRA) organization. This role operates in a high volume, deadline driven environment, translating complex regulatory, technical, and operational inputs into clear, accurate, and consistent process documentation. The Senior Technical Writer collaborates closely with compliance specialists, subject matter experts, and leadership to document processes, procedures, and supporting materials that withstand regulatory scrutiny. This role also supports meeting facilitation, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement to ensure documentation completeness, accuracy, and timeliness. Job Description Prepare, edit, and maintain NERC compliance documentation, including: Procedures Guidelines Policies Process Maps Edit documents for spelling, grammar, clarity, consistency, content accuracy, readability, and compliance alignment. Independently or collaboratively develop documentation outlines, content structures, and revision plans. Translate moderate to complex technical and regulatory requirements into clear, concise language suitable for a broad audience, including non‑technical stakeholders. Ensure documentation aligns with internal standards and external NERC reliability requirements. Support the ENRA Compliance group in documenting and maintaining regulated processes and systems. Research, develop, and coordinate updates to new and existing procedures in response to regulatory changes, audit findings, or internal process improvements. Verify documented processes reflect actual practices and system behavior. Assist in establishing and maintaining procedure revision guidelines, writing standards, and formatting conventions. Coordinate with cross‑functional teams during procedure development and revision efforts. Coordinate documentation activities with internal departments and external organizations, as needed. Promote adherence to corporate policies, standards, enabling characteristics, and ethics. Perform emerging or additional duties as assigned. Note: This position is posted to include two grade levels. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Technical Writer Senior level, with increased educational, skill and experience requirements for a higher-level Technical Writer Principal position. What We're Looking For: Educational requirements listed below: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Technical Communication, English, or a related field; or a four‑year technology degree with an emphasis in technical communication; or equivalent related professional experience. Experience requirements listed below: 4–5 years of technical writing or documentation experience. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to manage multiple documentation efforts simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment. Experience with Visio and process mapping. What You’ll Get: In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees. Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do! 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! Compensation Data Compensation Grade: SP20-007 Compensation Range: $87,633.00 - $128,688.00 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. Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one. 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. At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.

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