Designer

American Electric Power•Gahanna, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Designer performs daily work activities under general supervision, preparing engineering-related maps, sketches, schematics, and other drawings using computer-aided drafting. The role also includes clerical work to manage and document activities according to AEP requirements. The position is on site in Gahanna, Ohio, or Tulsa, Oklahoma, and is expected to require travel more than 50% of the time. It may require shift work or overtime, as well as occasional overnight travel and work in a substation or power plant environment while following safety regulations and using personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Associate degree in applied science (AAS) in drafting and computer-aided design (CAD), or in civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering technology, with one to two years of relevant equivalent experience; alternatively, a high school graduate with six years of experience in electric utility and/or related industrial drafting or computer-aided drafting work.
Familiarity with conventional drafting symbols and drafting methods.
Ability to distinguish colors.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Must meet vehicle operation requirements designated by federal and/or state law.
Ability to perform sedentary work, including sitting most of the time and occasionally walking or standing.
Travel requirements are expected to exceed 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

Create, revise, and maintain engineering and record drawings and sketches.
Support 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, vendor catalogs, technical reference manuals, and site visits.
Perform mathematical calculations required for assigned work.
Use computer-aided design software and Microsoft Office software.
Coordinate work with other company organizations to ensure it is performed safely and efficiently.
Read vendor prints, shop and other drawings, and equipment operating instructions, and incorporate relevant information into the work.
Assist in training AEP employees in basic skills of the position.
Promote and support the Company's Accident Prevention and Safety and Health programs.
Demonstrate ethical behavior in accordance with AEP corporate policies and support AEP Corporate Compliance policies.
Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.