Create, revise and maintain engineering and record drawings, and sketches.
Support the creation, revision, and maintenance of facilities and equipment documents; including but not limited to construction, equipment, property documents and records.
Obtain information required to perform work from verbal communication, sketches, marked drawings, listings, field notes, vendors' catalogs and 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.
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 the work being performed.
Assist in training AEP employees in basic skills of the position.
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.
Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Where You'll Work:
On-Site in our Roanoke, VA location.
Qualified candidates shall possess knowledge of civil site design principles through education and/or demonstrated project experience related to:
site grading
stormwater management
drainage design
roadway design
erosion and sediment control
permitting
surveying
plan set development
Desired software knowledge/experience:
Civil 3D
Vault
Infraworks
HydroCAD/HyrdoFLOW
ArcGIS
Requirements
Education requirements are listed below:
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.
Work Experience requirement listed below:
Equivalent experience without AAS degree - high school graduate and six (6) years of experience in electric utility and/or related industrial drafting and/or computer aided drafting work.
Other Requirements:
Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required.
Travel requirements are expected > 50 % of the time.
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.
Physical demand level is Sedentary.
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Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-006
Compensation Range:
$22.14 - $38.16
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Benefits
Health insuranceVision insurance
Additional Information
Job Posting End Date
06-18-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
This position supports civil site development and geotechnical engineering activities with guidance and periodic supervision. The role involves using Civil 3D and related CAD tools to prepare and maintain site layouts, grading plans, utility designs, and other engineering drawings. The position assists engineers in developing construction documents for substation and site development projects, including grading, drainage, and erosion control features.
Job Description
Aep · Roanoke, VA