American Electric Power · 2 days ago
Process Automation Analyst
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$116K/yr - $151K/yrAmerican Electric Power is seeking a Process Automation Analyst to join their Automation COE. This role involves designing and implementing automation solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance business processes and drive operational improvements.
Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Lead discovery and mapping sessions to document end‑to‑end business processes, pain points, and value drivers
Design, build, and test automation solutions using UiPath and Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate), support RPA implementation lifecycle
Translate business requirements into technical specifications for developers, vendors, and integration teams
Drive system and user acceptance testing automation deliverables; support data validation with business SMEs
Establish governance, best practices, and reusable automation components for the COE
Mentor junior analysts on process analysis, automation patterns, and tool usage
Collaborate with leadership to define team strategy, priorities, and execution plans
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, IT, Business Administration, or related field
Demonstrated experience in business process analysis and process improvement within enterprise environments
Hands‑on experience developing automation with UiPath and Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps / Power Automate)
Solid SQL skills and familiarity with relational databases and data integrations
Strong business acumen and the ability to translate operational challenges into measurable automation and process outcomes
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; able to present insights to senior leadership
Preferred
Experience working in or supporting the utility/energy sector preferred
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and Kanban delivery approaches
UiPath certifications and Power Platform certifications
Utility industry experience, including operational processes and regulatory context
Experience creating governance frameworks for automation and process intelligence
Ability to scope business impact and estimate benefits (time, cost, risk reduction)
Benefits
A unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees
Company
American Electric Power
American Electric Power generates, transmits, and distributes electricity, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
Founded in 1906
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.03BKey Investors
GRIP ProgramInvenergy
2025-11-25Post Ipo Equity· $3.5B
2023-10-19Grant· $27.8M
2023-08-16Post Ipo Equity· $1.5B
Leadership Team
William Fehrman
President and Chief Executive Officer
Charles E Zebula
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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