Jennifer Kachel
About Jennifer Kachel
Jennifer Kachel is an Instrumentation and Controls Technician with extensive experience in the energy sector. She has worked at American Electric Power since 2017 and previously held positions at Element Materials Technology and Texas A&M University.
Work at American Electric Power
Jennifer Kachel has been employed at American Electric Power (AEP) since 2017, serving as an Instrumentation and Controls Technician. Her role involves ensuring the proper functioning of instrumentation and control systems within the company. Prior to her current position, she worked at AEP as a Laboratory Technician from 2014 to 2017. During her time at AEP, she has contributed to various projects and initiatives that support the company's operational efficiency and safety standards.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Kachel earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Physics from Marietta College, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in scientific principles and technical skills relevant to her current role in instrumentation and controls. This expertise is essential for her work at American Electric Power, where she applies her knowledge to maintain and improve control systems.
Background
Before joining American Electric Power, Jennifer Kachel worked as a Laboratory Technician at Element Materials Technology in 2014 for nine months in Cambridge, Ohio. Additionally, she gained experience as an intern at the Cyclotron Institute at Texas A&M University in 2011, where she worked for three months. These positions contributed to her technical skills and understanding of laboratory operations, which she later applied in her roles at AEP.
Professional Experience
Jennifer Kachel has accumulated significant professional experience in the field of instrumentation and controls. Her career began with an internship at Texas A&M University in 2011, followed by a position as a Laboratory Technician at Element Materials Technology. She then transitioned to American Electric Power, where she has held two roles: first as a Laboratory Technician and currently as an Instrumentation and Controls Technician. This progression highlights her commitment to the field and her development of specialized skills.