Station Engineering Designer

AEP; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 46,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power seeks a Station Engineering Designer on-site in Tulsa, OK or Corpus Christi, TX. You will draft and maintain detailed drawings, study layouts, and coordinates with teams to ensure safe, efficient project execution.

Role requires CAD proficiency, attention to drafting standards, and the ability to travel >50%. Opportunities span SG3-SG5 with competitive pay bands and benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in CAD drafting or engineering tech, or 4 years related experience.
• Equivalent experience without AAS: high school graduate with 4 years electric utility drafting experience.
• Travel >50% and overtime/shifts required.
• Must have valid driver's license and be able to operate a vehicle.
• Familiarity with conventional drafting symbols and color distinctions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily work routines to maintain production.
• Create, revise and maintain detailed engineering drawings and sketches.
• Prepare study layouts, designs and bills of materials.
• Read vendor prints and incorporate information into designs.
• Check drawings for compliance with standards and methods.
• Coordinate with other company groups to perform work safely and efficiently.
• Promote safety programs and company policies.
• Create 3D models of substations using CAD software.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Microsoft Office

Quality checking

Education

AAS drafting and CAD

Tools

CAD software

Job description

## Station Engineering DesignerApply: Tulsa, OK: Corpus Christi, TX: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 30, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R16971**Job Posting End Date**10-30-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**Job Summary**Proficient in performing daily work activities with minimal supervision. Proficient level work activities to be performed include: computer aided drafting to prepare and maintain maps, sketches, schematics and other engineering related drawings. Perform higher level Designer skills with direct to moderate supervision. Higher level work activities to be performed include: preparation of study layouts, design development, cost estimating, peer review of all deliverables defined as proficient work activities, check drawings, peer review, as well as performing other design and engineering work as defined or directed.**Job Description****What you’ll do:*** Plan and coordinate daily work routines as required to maintain efficient production.* Create, revise and maintain detailed engineering and record drawings, and sketches.* Create, revise and maintain material and property equipment records.* Obtain information required to perform work from verbal communication, sketches, marked drawings, listings, field notes, vendors' catalogs 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.* Check work performed by other personnel for accuracy and compliance with all Company standards and methods. 9) Work with other organizations of the company to coordinate the work and assure 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 assigned work.* Prepare study layouts, designs and original working drawings in accordance with AEP standard practice.* Check designs for strength or conformity to accepted standards and methods.* Check manufacturers' prints and shop drawings and other drawings necessary to coordinate work with that of others and with the overall design.* Prepare and check bills of material when required. 15) Specify and write purchase requisitions when required.* Make cost estimates when required.* Furnish work direction and assist in training of employees in related work at an equal or lower level as directed.* Assist employees of higher classification as required.* 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.* Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Create 3D models of electrical substations using CAD software **What we are looking for:****Designer Associate SG3***Education/Experience:** 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.* Equivalent experience without AAS degree - high school graduate and 4 years of experience in electric utility and/or related industrial drafting and/or computer aided drafting work. **Designer SG4***Education/Experience:** Associate degree in applied science (AAS) drafting and computer aided design (CAD) or in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering technology, with one to two years of relevant equivalent experience.* Equivalent experience without AAS degree - high school graduate and 6 years of experience in electric utility and/or related industrial drafting and/or computer aided drafting work. **Designer Senior SG5***Education/Experience:** Associate degree in applied science (AAS) in drafting and computer aided design (CAD) or in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering technology and 4 years of equivalent experience.* Equivalent experience without AAS degree - high school graduate and 8 years of experience in electric utility and/or related industrial drafting and/or computer aided drafting work.*In addition:** Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required.* Travel requirements are expected > 50 % of the time.* Physical demand level is Sedentary .* 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.* This position may require shift work or overtime.* Occasional overnight travel to and work within a substation or power plant environment in obedience to all safety regulations and use of personal protection equipment. **Where you’ll work:**This role sits on site in Tulsa, Oklahoma or Corpus Christi, Texas **What you’ll get:**Designer Associate SG3($46,049-$57,561.50)Designer SG4($54,063-$67,578)Designer Senior SG5($63,496-$79,369) **In addition to 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!****American Electric Power (On-Site)****$46K- $79K / Year**