Designer

American Electric Power Co.; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. seeks a CAD Designer to create, revise and maintain engineering drawings and records. The role requires CAD proficiency, ability to read vendor prints, and collaboration across teams to ensure accurate documentation.

On-site in Gahanna, OH or Tulsa, OK with travel and occasional overtime. Associate degree in CAD drafting or related tech, or 6 years relevant experience with HS diploma. Salary range $54,063–$67,578 per year.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in AAS drafting and CAD, or in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering technology.
• Equivalent experience without AAS: high school graduate with 6 years of electric utility/related drafting experience.

Responsibilities

• Create, revise and maintain engineering and record drawings, sketches.
• Support creation and maintenance of facilities and equipment documents and records.
• Read vendor prints and equipment operating instructions and incorporate into work.

Skills

CAD drafting

Microsoft Office

Read prints

Education

AAS drafting and CAD

High school diploma + 6 years experience

Tools

AutoCAD

CAD software

Job description

Designer### DesignerApply: Gahanna, OH: Tulsa, OK: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 31, 2026 (9 days left to apply): R19747**Job Posting End Date**10-31-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**Job Summary**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 positon.**Job Description****What you’ll do:*** Create, revise and maintain engineering and record drawings, and sketches.* 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, 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.* 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.**What we’re looking for:****Designer SG4**Education/Experience:* 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.* 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.*In addition:** Travel requirements are expected > 50 % 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.* Occasionally overnight travel to and work within a substation or power plant environment in obedience to all safety regulations and use of personal protection equipment. **Where you’ll work:**This role sits on site in Gahanna, Ohio or Tulsa, Oklahoma **What you’ll get:**Designer SG4($54,063-$67,578) **In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.****Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you****American Electric Power (On-Site)****$54K-$67K/Year****#LI-Onsite****#Telecommunications****#AutoCAD Designer****Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**SP20-004**Compensation Range:**$25.99 - $32.49The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.