CAD Designer – Power & Substation Engineering

AEP Service Corporation; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP Service Corporation in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Designer/Designer Associate to perform CAD drafting and modify engineering drawings for protection and control projects. You will gather information from verbal notes, sketches, and site visits to produce accurate records and drawings.

The role requires CAD proficiency, familiarity with drafting symbols, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams while meeting safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in applied science (AAS) drafting and CAD or related engineering tech.
• Equivalent experience with four years in electric utility/drafting if no AAS.
• Must be available for overtime, shift work, and travel >10%.

Responsibilities

• Create, revise and maintain engineering drawings and schematics.
• Read and integrate vendor prints, shop drawings, and operating instructions.
• Perform calculations and coordinate with other Company groups for safe, efficient work.
• Assist in training AEP employees in basic skills related to drafting.
• Promote safety programs and comply with corporate policies.

Skills

Drafting

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Education

AAS in drafting / CAD or related field

Tools

CAD software

MS Office

Job description

AEP Service Corporation in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Designer/Designer Associate to perform CAD drafting and modify engineering drawings for protection and control projects. You will gather information from verbal notes, sketches, and site visits to produce accurate records and drawings.

The role requires CAD proficiency, familiarity with drafting symbols, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams while meeting safety and documentation standards.