CAD Designer

Post Date

Feb 07, 2024

Location

New Albany,
Ohio

ZIP/Postal Code

43054
US
Jul 15, 2024 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

COL-680784

Pay Rate

$20 - $30 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Responsible for the preparation of study layouts, designs, and drawing checks, as well as performing other design and engineering work as defined or directed. 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, 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. Specify and write purchase requisitions when required. 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. Assist employees of equal or higher classification as required.

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Required Skills & Experience

Education Requirements: 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: 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.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

AutoCAD Electrical experience preferred.

Experience with Autodesk Vault document storage system is preferred.

Experience working in an electrical utility environment is preferred.

Experience with Spatial Business Systems' Substation Design Suite -- Protection & Control is a plus.

AutoLISP and AutoCAD VBA programming language experience a plus.

Excellent organizational skills and attention detail.

Ability to work with changing agendas and tasks of varying difficulty and urgency.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.