Energy Design Technician Associate - Field & Design

Strategic Staffing Solutions; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP Energy in Elkhart, IN is seeking Customer Design Technicians to prepare orders, secure rights of way, and plan facility designs for service upgrades and relocations. You will collaborate with engineers to assess customer needs and determine cost allocation for projects.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Project Design Group, obtaining necessary easements, and participating in storm restoration assessments. Proficiency in design software and standard safety practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires understanding of utility design and field processes.
• Experience with standard planning practices and record-keeping.
• Ability to learn company standards, safety rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Design Group to identify system improvements.
• Obtain simple easements and coordinate with Right of Way agents for complex ones.
• Participate in storm restoration assessments and travel as needed.
• Learn and apply AEP Distribution Standards, NESC Codes, OSHA Rules, tariffs and CIAC rules.
• Develop proficiency in design tools and Microsoft applications.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Distribution Design Studio

Electric Office

GIS mapping system

PDS

EEMS

TLM

STORMS

OPS

JERI

CAD

Job description

AEP Energy in Elkhart, IN is seeking Customer Design Technicians to prepare orders, secure rights of way, and plan facility designs for service upgrades and relocations. You will collaborate with engineers to assess customer needs and determine cost allocation for projects.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Project Design Group, obtaining necessary easements, and participating in storm restoration assessments. Proficiency in design software and standard safety practices is essential.