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Data Consultant roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. Roles combining advanced analytics, stakeholder advisory work, and specialized data architecture often satisfy the specialty occupation standard that supports a strong sponsorship case.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Posting End Date
11-09-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing highly advance engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.
Job Description
What You'll Do:
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Technical Expertise: A candidate for this role demonstrates a strong understanding of and experience with Bulk Electric System (BES) operations and reliability principles, including transmission planning, protection and control systems, transmission and substation design, and transmission and substation field operations. Experience applying NERC Reliability Standards, reviewing compliance-related documentation, and supporting compliance programs, audit activities, and evidence management is highly desirable. The successful candidate demonstrates the ability to analyze technical and regulatory requirements, assess compliance risks, and effectively collaborate across engineering, operations, and compliance functions to support organizational reliability and compliance objectives. Exhibits the highest level of proficiency and expert knowledge of a specialized technical area that enables the engineer to serve as the expert and highest-level resource for the company in that area.
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Leadership & Guidance: Leads AEP system-wide activities in specific areas of engineering. Leads project and development activity related to specific, unique, and/or highly specialized areas of engineering application. Influences the direction of thinking throughout the AEP system as a recognized authority in an area of expertise.
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Planning & Organization Ability: Develops, recommends, and implements plans to address AEP system-wide issues within specialized field of technical expertise.
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Problem Solving & Initiative: Identifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to highly complex problems that are unique to the company and industry and requires extensive specialized knowledge of equipment and/or problem-solving techniques, or the development of knowledge and techniques.
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Communication: Leads in the preparation and presentation of the most complex technical subjects, clearly, concisely, and persuasively, bringing in ancillary issues before senior management, professional organizations, regulatory bodies, etc.
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Interpersonal Skills: Builds teams and networks that extend through AEP, and other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia.
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Decision Making: Makes decisions that are likely to impact the AEP system, business objectives and strategic direction. Possesses the knowledge and experience to make and take full accountability for all technical decisions.
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Business Awareness & Characteristics: Demonstrates the ability to make their area of expertise a strategic asset of the AEP system.
Note: This position is posted at two grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Engineer Staff level, with increased educational, skill and experience requirements for the higher-level Consulting Engineer.
What We're Looking For:
Education and experience requirements listed below:
Has typically acquired 10 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; or 8 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico* is preferred for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP.
ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.
Acceptable alternative is:
(1) a Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.** Confirmation is preferred to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
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:
SP20-010
Compensation Range:
$136,539.00 - $208,565.50
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.
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.
Job Posting End Date
11-09-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing highly advance engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.
Job Description
What You'll Do:
-
Technical Expertise: A candidate for this role demonstrates a strong understanding of and experience with Bulk Electric System (BES) operations and reliability principles, including transmission planning, protection and control systems, transmission and substation design, and transmission and substation field operations. Experience applying NERC Reliability Standards, reviewing compliance-related documentation, and supporting compliance programs, audit activities, and evidence management is highly desirable. The successful candidate demonstrates the ability to analyze technical and regulatory requirements, assess compliance risks, and effectively collaborate across engineering, operations, and compliance functions to support organizational reliability and compliance objectives. Exhibits the highest level of proficiency and expert knowledge of a specialized technical area that enables the engineer to serve as the expert and highest-level resource for the company in that area.
-
Leadership & Guidance: Leads AEP system-wide activities in specific areas of engineering. Leads project and development activity related to specific, unique, and/or highly specialized areas of engineering application. Influences the direction of thinking throughout the AEP system as a recognized authority in an area of expertise.
-
Planning & Organization Ability: Develops, recommends, and implements plans to address AEP system-wide issues within specialized field of technical expertise.
-
Problem Solving & Initiative: Identifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to highly complex problems that are unique to the company and industry and requires extensive specialized knowledge of equipment and/or problem-solving techniques, or the development of knowledge and techniques.
-
Communication: Leads in the preparation and presentation of the most complex technical subjects, clearly, concisely, and persuasively, bringing in ancillary issues before senior management, professional organizations, regulatory bodies, etc.
-
Interpersonal Skills: Builds teams and networks that extend through AEP, and other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia.
-
Decision Making: Makes decisions that are likely to impact the AEP system, business objectives and strategic direction. Possesses the knowledge and experience to make and take full accountability for all technical decisions.
-
Business Awareness & Characteristics: Demonstrates the ability to make their area of expertise a strategic asset of the AEP system.
Note: This position is posted at two grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Engineer Staff level, with increased educational, skill and experience requirements for the higher-level Consulting Engineer.
What We're Looking For:
Education and experience requirements listed below:
Has typically acquired 10 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; or 8 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico* is preferred for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP.
ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license.
Acceptable alternative is:
(1) a Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.** Confirmation is preferred to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
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:
SP20-010
Compensation Range:
$136,539.00 - $208,565.50
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.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Data Consultant
Document your specialized data credentials early
Gather degree transcripts, professional certifications, and project portfolios that tie your data consulting work to a specific discipline. USCIS scrutinizes whether your background directly supports the specialty occupation claim, so gaps between your credentials and the role description create RFE risk.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Data Consultant roles by employers who have sponsored green cards before. Prior PERM filings signal that a company has the HR infrastructure, legal counsel, and internal approval process to complete a multi-year sponsorship without dropping it mid-pipeline.
Distinguish your role from general business analyst positions
PERM audits for data roles often hinge on whether the position genuinely requires a specialized degree rather than broad analytical skills. Frame your job duties around specific methodologies, tools, or domains so the minimum requirements on the job posting defensibly exclude generalist candidates.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run your job title, location, and experience level through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiations close. DOL assigns a wage level to your PERM filing, and if your offered salary falls below that level, your employer must either raise it or refile at the correct tier before PERM can proceed.
Understand the EB-2 versus EB-3 path for your profile
If your role requires a master's degree or you hold one and the position justifies advanced-degree classification, EB-2 may shorten your wait relative to EB-3 for certain countries. Confirm which category your employer's attorney intends to file under before your I-140 is submitted.
Plan for the PERM recruitment documentation window
Your employer must complete DOL-mandated recruitment steps before filing PERM, including job postings and good-faith recruitment records. This process typically runs 60 to 180 days and cannot be compressed, so starting your job search well before your current authorization expires protects against a gap.
Green Card Data Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Data Consultant roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Data Consultant positions qualify for EB-3 as a skilled worker requiring a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as computer science, statistics, or information systems. Roles demanding a master's degree or equivalent specialized expertise may qualify for EB-2 instead. Your employer's immigration attorney determines the correct category based on the actual minimum requirements of the position, not your personal credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
An H-1B visa gives you temporary work authorization for up to six years, requires annual cap lottery selection for most candidates, and does not lead to permanent residency on its own. Green card sponsorship through PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status results in lawful permanent residency with no expiration. EB-3 is not subject to an annual numerical cap in the way H-1B slots are, though per-country backlogs still affect wait times for certain nationalities.
What does the PERM process look like for a Data Consultant position?
Your employer files a labor certification with DOL to demonstrate that no minimally qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. This involves DOL-mandated recruitment steps, a prevailing wage determination, and a formal PERM application. Once DOL certifies the application, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. You can then file for adjustment of status once a visa number becomes current for your preference category and country.
How can I find employers who sponsor green cards for Data Consultant jobs?
Search Migrate Mate to find Data Consultant roles at companies with documented green card sponsorship history. Employers who have filed PERM applications before are significantly more likely to have the legal infrastructure and internal approval processes in place to complete a full sponsorship cycle without withdrawing partway through.
Can I switch employers after my green card sponsorship is filed?
You can change employers after your I-140 is approved and you have been in adjustment-of-status proceedings for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. This portability protection under AC21 applies to Data Consultant roles as long as the new position involves substantially similar data consulting duties. USCIS evaluates portability on a case-by-case basis, so confirm with an immigration attorney before changing jobs.