Customer Design Technician Intern

American Electric Power • Pulaski, VA

3d

About The Position

This position uses computer-aided drafting (CAD) to create and update 3D inventory parts, assemblies, and drawings, as well as 2D AutoCAD Electrical drawings. The role provides experience intended to build a foundation for a future career.

Requirements

• Must have completed at least one year working toward an associate degree in applied science (AAS) drafting and computer-aided design (CAD), or in civil, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering technology or design, or have relevant equivalent experience and/or education.
• Must be familiar with conventional drafting symbols and drafting methods.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Must be proficient in the use of computer-aided design software.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.

Responsibilities

• Create, revise, and maintain engineering and record drawings and sketches.
• Support the creation, revision, and maintenance of facilities and equipment documents, including construction, equipment, and property documents and records.
• Obtain information needed to perform work from verbal communications, sketches, marked drawings, listings, field notes, vendors' catalogs, technical reference manuals, and site visits.
• Perform mathematical calculations required to accomplish assigned work.
• Use computer-aided design software, including Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical, Civil3D, Inventor, and Vault.
• Use Microsoft Office software.
• Read vendors' prints, shop and other drawings, and equipment operating instructions, and incorporate the information into work.
• Demonstrate ethical behavior as outlined in AEP corporate policies.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Understand basic electricity.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree