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Job Posting End Date

05-01-2024

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Job Summary

NOTE: This position is posted in a range and the selection will be based on experience and education.

This is a hybrid position based out of Roanoke, VA

Perform daily work activities with general supervision. Work activities to be performed include: computer aided drafting to prepare maps, sketches, schematics and other engineering related drawings. The position includes associated clerical work to properly manage and document the work activities performed, as per AEP requirements for the position.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Create, revise, interpret and maintain engineering and record drawings, and sketches for electrical substations. Order materials associated with the station design and provide construction support as required throughout the project.

• Support the creation, revision, and maintenance of facilities and equipment documents; including but not limited to construction, equipment, property documents and records.

• Obtain information required to perform work from verbal communication, project meetings, sketches, marked drawings, listings, field notes, vendors' catalogs and technical reference manuals and site visits.

• Perform mathematical calculations required to accomplish assigned work.

• Proficiency in the use of computer aided design software (primarily AutoCAD and Inventor).

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software.

• Work with other organizations of the Company to coordinate the work and assure that it is performed in a safe and efficient manner.

• Read vendors' prints, shop and other drawings and equipment operating instructions, and incorporate that information into the work being performed.

• 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 the AEP corporate policies.

• Support the AEP Corporate Compliance policies

• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

DESIGNER (GRADE 4)

Education requirements are listed below: Associate degree in applied science (AAS) drafting and computer aided design (CAD) or in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering technology, with one to two years of relevant equivalent experience.

Work Experience requirement listed below:

Equivalent experience without AAS degree - high school graduate and 6 years of experience in electric utility and/or related industrial drafting and/or computer aided drafting work.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

DESIGNER SR (GRADE 5)

Education requirements are listed below:

Associate degree in applied science (AAS) in drafting and computer aided design (CAD) or in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering technology and 4 years of equivalent experience.

Work Experience requirement listed below:

Equivalent experience without AAS degree - high school graduate and 8 years of experience in electric utility and/or related industrial drafting and/or computer aided drafting work.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required. Travel requirements are expected 5% of the time. Physical demand level is Sedentary .Must be familiar with conventional drafting symbols and drafting methods and have the ability to distinguish colors. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law. This position may require shift work or overtime. Occasional overnight travel to and work within a substation or power plant environment obedience to all safety regulations and use of personal protection equipment.

Designer (Grade 4) - $55747.5 - $64,323

Designer Sr (Grade 5) - $65,474 - $75,546

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-004

Compensation Range:

$24.74-30.93 USD

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