Senior Design Engineer - Utilities & 3D CAD Specialist

American Electric Power Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 87,480,000 - 109,344,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Designer to develop, coordinate, and execute engineering design deliverables for utility, power generation, hydroelectric, and industrial projects. You will create and review drawings, 3D models, design packages, study layouts, and construction documents while collaborating with engineers, project teams, contractors, vendors, and field personnel.

The role emphasizes CAD and 3D modeling proficiency, integrating field data into workflows, quality

Qualifications

• AAS or related tech degree with strong CAD proficiency.
• Experience drafting design packages for utility projects.
• Knowledge of CAD workflows, design verification, and document control.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain engineering drawings, sketches, and 3D models.
• Prepare design packages and construction deliverables per standards.
• Use CAD/3D tools to create detailed designs and records.
• Incorporate field data and vendor info into deliverables.
• Review vendor drawings and equipment specs for project execution.
• Perform QA/QC of drawings and ensure compliance with standards.
• Coordinate activities with engineers, PMs, contractors, and field staff.
• Prepare material takeoffs, BOMs, and cost estimates.
• Support document control, revisions, and as-built records.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to designers and technicians.

Skills

CAD

3D Modeling

Field Data

Design Standards

Education

AAS in CAD / Eng Tech

Tools

AVEVA E3D

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ProjectWise

Documentum

LiDAR

Job description

American Electric Power in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Designer to develop, coordinate, and execute engineering design deliverables for utility, power generation, hydroelectric, and industrial projects. You will create and review drawings, 3D models, design packages, study layouts, and construction documents while collaborating with engineers, project teams, contractors, vendors, and field personnel.

The role emphasizes CAD and 3D modeling proficiency, integrating field data into workflows, quality