Designer - Designer Sr

American Electric Power•Tulsa, OK

5d•$54,059 - $109,554•Onsite

About The Position

Perform daily work activities with general supervision, including computer-aided drafting to prepare maps, sketches, schematics, and other engineering-related drawings. The position also involves clerical work to manage and document work activities in accordance with AEP requirements. The posting covers multiple grade levels and advancement opportunities; the stated minimum qualifications apply to the Designer level, with higher levels requiring additional education, skills, or experience.

Requirements

Associate degree in applied science (AAS) drafting and computer-aided design (CAD), or in civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering technology, or relevant equivalent experience and/or education.
One to two years of experience.
In lieu of an AAS degree: high school graduation and six years of experience in electric utility and/or related industrial drafting and/or computer-aided drafting work.
Proficiency in computer-aided design software.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
Familiarity with conventional drafting symbols and drafting methods, and ability to distinguish colors.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Meet all vehicle operation requirements designated by federal and/or state law.
Available to work overtime, call-out overtime, and shift work as required.
Travel expected more than 10% 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, property documents, and records.
Obtain work information from verbal communications, sketches, marked drawings, listings, field notes, vendors' catalogs, technical reference manuals, and site visits.
Perform mathematical calculations required for assigned work.
Coordinate work with other Company organizations to ensure it is performed safely and efficiently.
Read vendors' 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 as outlined in AEP corporate policies and support AEP Corporate Compliance policies.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.