Station Engineering Designer

American Electric Power

. Plan and coordinate daily work routines to maintain efficient production .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $46,049 - $79,369 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in creating and maintaining engineering drawings and records, utilizing CAD software for 3D modeling of electrical substations. Proficient in coordinating production routines, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and providing training and direction to team members.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)Engineering Drawing CreationElectric Utility DraftingMaterial and Property Equipment Records ManagementCost Estimation

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Hard Skills

Mathematical Calculations3D ModelingDrafting Symbols and MethodsBill of Material PreparationPurchase Requisition Specification

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam LeadershipEthical Behavior

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SoftwareTechnical Reference Manuals

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid State Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Electrical SubstationsSafety RegulationsAEP Standard PracticeElectric UtilityIndustrial Drafting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and coordinate daily work routines to maintain efficient production
Create, revise, and maintain detailed engineering and record drawings and sketches
Create, revise, and maintain material and property equipment records
Obtain information from verbal communication, sketches, marked drawings, listings, field notes, vendor catalogs, technical reference manuals, and site visits
Perform mathematical calculations for assigned work
Check work performed by other personnel for accuracy and compliance with company standards and methods
Coordinate with other company organizations to ensure safe and efficient work
Read vendor prints, shop drawings, equipment operating instructions, and other technical drawings
Prepare study layouts, designs, and original working drawings in accordance with AEP standard practice
Check designs for strength and conformity to accepted standards and methods
Check manufacturers' prints and shop drawings and coordinate work with the overall design
Prepare and check bills of material
Specify and write purchase requisitions
Prepare cost estimates
Provide work direction and assist with training employees at an equal or lower level
Assist higher-classification employees as required
Promote and support accident prevention and safety and health programs
Demonstrate ethical behavior and support AEP corporate compliance policies
Create 3D models of electrical substations using CAD software
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Designer Associate SG3: 1–2 years of relevant equivalent experience with an AAS, or high school graduation and 4 years of electric utility and/or related industrial drafting or computer aided drafting experience without an AAS
Designer SG4: 1–2 years of relevant equivalent experience with an AAS, or high school graduation and 6 years of electric utility and/or related industrial drafting or computer aided drafting experience without an AAS
Designer Senior SG5: 4 years of equivalent experience with an AAS, or high school graduation and 8 years of electric utility and/or related industrial drafting or computer aided drafting experience without an AAS
Proficiency in computer-aided design software
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
Familiarity with conventional drafting symbols and methods
Ability to distinguish colors
Must be available for overtime, call-out overtime, and shift work as required
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and possess and maintain a valid state driver's license
Must meet all vehicle operation requirements under federal and state law
Travel requirements expected to exceed 50% of the time
Ability to work occasionally overnight in substations or power plants while following safety regulations and using personal protective equipment
Sedentary physical demand level

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package supporting employee well-being
Competitive compensation
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company-sponsored training programs
Educational assistance
Social and recreational programs