Senior Customer Design Technician - Field & Design Specialist

AEP; Lima, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP in Lima, OH is seeking a Customer Design Technician Associate-Senior to contribute to planning, design, analysis, testing, construction, and operation of company equipment and facilities. The role combines engineering-technology knowledge with hands-on problem solving in a utility setting.

You will support senior staff, follow planning standards, keep accurate records, and communicate clearly with customers while building field experience in electrical, civil, or mechanical domains.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in engineering tech; knowledge of standards/regulations.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to learn relevant tools quickly.
• 2 years utility industry experience for Associate; 4+ years for Senior.

Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate-level technical work in planning, design, analysis and testing.
• Assist higher-level staff and work with others to provide information as needed.
• Plan work per AEP standards and maintain accurate records.
• Apply technical knowledge to solve problems and improve processes.
• Communicate effectively with internal/external customers; prepare reports.

Skills

Technical Proficiency

Leadership

Planning & Organization

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Decision Making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/Mechanical Engineering Technology

Job description

AEP in Lima, OH is seeking a Customer Design Technician Associate-Senior to contribute to planning, design, analysis, testing, construction, and operation of company equipment and facilities. The role combines engineering-technology knowledge with hands-on problem solving in a utility setting.

You will support senior staff, follow planning standards, keep accurate records, and communicate clearly with customers while building field experience in electrical, civil, or mechanical domains.