Designer - Designer Sr

AEP Service Corporation; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Designer to perform CAD drafting and map preparation with supervision. You will create and update engineering drawings, manage related documents, and gather information from field notes and sketches to support project delivery.

Qualifications include an AAS in drafting/CAD or equivalent experience, 1–2 years in utility drafting, and willingness to overtime and travel as needed. Strong CAD and Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in AAS drafting/CAD or engineering tech or related experience.
• 1–2 years electric utility drafting experience or 6+ years without AAS.
• Able to work overtime and travel >10% as required.
• Familiar with drafting symbols and color distinction.

Responsibilities

• Create, revise and maintain engineering drawings and sketches.
• Maintain facilities and equipment documents and records.
• Obtain needed information from diagrams, notes, and field visits.
• Perform mathematical calculations for assigned work.
• Proficient with CAD software and Microsoft Office.
• Coordinate with other teams to ensure safe, efficient work.
• Read vendor prints and operating instructions and apply details.
• Assist in training AEP employees in basic skills.
• Support safety, health, and compliance programs.
• Take on additional duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD drafting

CAD software

MS Office

Reading prints

Education

AAS drafting/CAD

Engineering tech edu or exp

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Posting End Date 10-23-2026 Please 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 as a Designer:

• 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 ensure 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.

Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Designer level, with increased educational, skill or experience requirements for higher level Designers.

What We’re Looking For:

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, or relevant equivalent experience and/or education.

Work Experience requirement listed below: One to two years of experience Equivalent experience without AAS degree - high school graduate and six (6) years of experience in electric utility and/or related industrial drafting and/or computer aided drafting work.

Other: Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required. Travel requirements are expected > 10 % of the time. 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.

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! #LI-Onsite #AEPCareers

Compensation Grade: SP20-004

Compensation Range: $25.99 - $52.67

The 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.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.