Description: Principal Designer

　　Responsible for the preparation development and coordination of maps sketches diagrams schematics and other engineering related drawings. Assist responsible engineer without direct supervision in the development documentation to support project decision making. Documentation of work activities to be performed include: preparation of study layouts preparation of detailed design drawings design basis development cost estimating peer review of all design deliverables drawings QA/QC peer review as well as performing other design and engineering work as defined or directed. Furnish work direction and assist in training of employees in related work at an equal or lower level as directed.

　　Essential Job Functions Tasks:

　　Develop and coordinate design drawings and sketches.

　　Proficiency in the use of computer aided design software.

　　Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software.

　　Prepare and analyze calculations and conduct design and engineering studies as required.

　　Carry to completion drawings and related information representing final studies and designs necessary for construction.

　　Check manufacturers' drawings and shop details and recommend changes to same. Check design drawings of other sections and exchange information with other design groups.

　　Check drawings and perform design verification as assigned.

　　Coordinate and review the work of others when required.

　　Prepare material and cost estimates as required.

　　Perform work according to applicable design standards criteria and procedures.

　　Write notes relative to progressive steps to be taken at various stages of construction.

　　Furnish work direction and assist in training of other employees in related work as required.

　　Submit progress reports on status of jobs.

　　Lead training for AEP or third party 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.

　　Perform other duties as assigned.

　　Skills:

　　AutoCAD

　　Additional Skills & Qualifications:

　　Education Requirements: Associate degree in applied science AAS in drafting and design computer aided design CAD or in civil electrical or mechanical engineering technology and a minimum of 7 years of equivalent experience. Equivalent experience without AAS degree - high school graduate and 10 years of experience in electric utility and/or related industrial drafting and/or computer aided drafting work.

　　Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

　　At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

　　Hiring diverse talent

　　Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

　　Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

　　Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

　　Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

　　About Actalent

　　Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.