Dist Design Project Coord - Sr

American Electric Power; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 88,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Distribution Design Coordinator to oversee resource requirements for distribution line and telecom components. You will ensure work orders meet specifications and are delivered on time, interfacing with contracting firms and internal teams.

Responsibilities include coordinating pre-design meetings, training contractors on AEP software (DDS, Smart Sheet, Storms), reviewing work packages, and assisting with storm resource training and billing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET preferred) or related field with 3 years' related experience, or an Associate's degree with 5 years, or 7+ years without a degree.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Experience in design and/or construction of distribution facilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all resource requirements associated with the distribution line and telecom design within the work plan.
• Attend/pre-design meetings with contractors, PMO, engineering, ROW, forestry and line teams.
• Provide detailed AEP software training for contractors (DDS, Smart Sheet, Storms).
• Review contractor work packages for accurate accounting, materials, and forms.
• Coordinate ROW easement and permit application processes between right of way agents and contractors.
• Monitor and review contractor billing and assist with storm assessment resource training and billing.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET accredited preferred), Business Administration, Construction Management, or equivalent education

Associate's degree in electrical/electronic technology or related technical degree

Minimum of 7 years' experience in design and/or construction of distribution facilities without a degree

Tools

DDS

Smart Sheet

Storms

Job description

Job Posting End Date11-04-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.Job SummaryResponsible for coordinating all resource requirements associated with the distribution line and telecommunications components in the applicable work plan. Ensure all work order packages are designed to specifications and delivered on time within the budget. Responsible for interfacing with contracting firms and all departments associated with distribution design. Coordinate activities associated with pre-design meetings, on-boarding, customer concerns, storm assessment resource tracking, and billing.Job DescriptionWhat You'll Do:With limited assistance, ensure work order design meets minimum specifications outlined in the AEP Distribution Standards Manual along with associated work order documents.Attend/Coordinate pre-design meetings with contracting firm, PMO, engineering, R/W, forestry and lineProvide detailed AEP software training for contractors such as DDS, Smart Sheet, Storms, etc.Review contractors work order packages for accurate accounting, material, and required formsCoordinate r/w easement, permit application processes between right of way agents and contractorsMonitor and review contractor billingAssist with any issues between construction and engineering contractorsAssist with customer related concerns/complaintsAssist with storm assessment contract resource training, billing, and coordinationWhat We Are Looking For:Education and experience requirements are listed below:Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET accredited preferred), Business Administration, Construction Management, or equivalent education with 3 years' of related experience ORAssociate's degree in electrical/electronic technology or related technical degree and 5 years' experience in design and/or construction of distribution facilities, ORMinimum of 7 years' experience in design and/or construction of distribution facilities without a degree.Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below:Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.Physical demand: ability to walk to remote locations in dense fauna and traverse inclines.Travel requirement expected: > 50% of the timeAbility to handle multiple distribution projects of variable complexity.What You'll Get:In addition to a 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!cal demand: ability to walk to remote locations in dense fauna and traverse inclines.Travel requirement expected: > 50% of the timeAbility to handle multiple distribution projects of variable complexity.Compensation DataCompensation Grade:SP20-007Compensation Range:$87,633.00 - $128,688.00The 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.Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one.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.