Electrical Designer II
Experience Level: 5-7 Years - Contract- 1-3 Years - Work Model: Hybrid (Birmingham, AL + Remote as needed)
Company- Southern Company
Position Summary
The Electrical Designer II supports the development and execution of electrical designs for utility and power generation facilities , with a primary focus on DC system wiring and physical design . This role collaborates closely with engineers, project teams, and plant personnel to produce accurate, code-compliant electrical designs that support construction, inspections, acceptance testing, and system checkout activities.
The ideal candidate brings strong CAD expertise , hands-on experience with DC electrical systems , and the ability to work independently on complex design tasks with minimal oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Design & Drafting
* Collaborate with project teams to understand electrical design requirements and objectives
* Develop detailed electrical designs , including:
* System layouts
* Single-line diagrams
* Elementary diagrams
* Wiring diagrams
* Perform detail design for DC electrical systems, including:
* Battery systems
* Battery chargers
* Inverters
* UPS systems
* DC fuse panels
* Utilize CAD software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, CAD Overlay; Revit or SolidWorks Electrical a plus) to create and modify drawings
* Maintain organized documentation including drawings, specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Compliance, Quality & Coordination
* Ensure designs comply with industry standards, electrical codes, and regulatory requirements (NEC, IEEE, etc.)
* Conduct design reviews, quality checks, and updates to ensure accuracy and completeness
* Support inspections, acceptance testing, and system checkout activities
* Address design issues and provide effective technical solutions
* Coordinate with engineers, architects, vendors, and plant staff to integrate electrical systems into overall project designs
Project & Field Support
* Prepare technical reports and documentation for project deliverables
* Support field activities, meetings, and inspections as required
* Work both independently and as part of a project team
Required Qualifications
* Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Design, or related field
* 5-7 years of experience as an Electrical Designer or similar role
* Experience with DC electrical system design , including:
* Battery systems
* Chargers
* Inverters
* UPS
* DC fuse panels
* 7+ years of experience with:
* AutoCAD
* AutoCAD Electrical
* CAD Overlay
* Ability to prepare single-line, elementary, and wiring diagrams with minimal supervision
* Strong knowledge of electrical design principles and practices
* Familiarity with electrical codes and standards (NEC, IEEE)
* High attention to detail and commitment to design quality
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to build effective working relationships with plant staff, engineers, and vendors
Preferred Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
* Experience designing electrical systems for:
* Power plants
* Industrial facilities
* Utility infrastructure
* Exposure to PLC programming or control systems
* Prior experience supporting Southern Company or utility environments
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Experience Level: 5-7 Years - Contract- 1-3 Years - Work Model: Hybrid (Birmingham, AL + Remote as needed)
Company- Southern Company
Position Summary
The Electrical Designer II supports the development and execution of electrical designs for utility and power generation facilities , with a primary focus on DC system wiring and physical design . This role collaborates closely with engineers, project teams, and plant personnel to produce accurate, code-compliant electrical designs that support construction, inspections, acceptance testing, and system checkout activities.
The ideal candidate brings strong CAD expertise , hands-on experience with DC electrical systems , and the ability to work independently on complex design tasks with minimal oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Design & Drafting
* Collaborate with project teams to understand electrical design requirements and objectives
* Develop detailed electrical designs , including:
* System layouts
* Single-line diagrams
* Elementary diagrams
* Wiring diagrams
* Perform detail design for DC electrical systems, including:
* Battery systems
* Battery chargers
* Inverters
* UPS systems
* DC fuse panels
* Utilize CAD software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, CAD Overlay; Revit or SolidWorks Electrical a plus) to create and modify drawings
* Maintain organized documentation including drawings, specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Compliance, Quality & Coordination
* Ensure designs comply with industry standards, electrical codes, and regulatory requirements (NEC, IEEE, etc.)
* Conduct design reviews, quality checks, and updates to ensure accuracy and completeness
* Support inspections, acceptance testing, and system checkout activities
* Address design issues and provide effective technical solutions
* Coordinate with engineers, architects, vendors, and plant staff to integrate electrical systems into overall project designs
Project & Field Support
* Prepare technical reports and documentation for project deliverables
* Support field activities, meetings, and inspections as required
* Work both independently and as part of a project team
Required Qualifications
* Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Design, or related field
* 5-7 years of experience as an Electrical Designer or similar role
* Experience with DC electrical system design , including:
* Battery systems
* Chargers
* Inverters
* UPS
* DC fuse panels
* 7+ years of experience with:
* AutoCAD
* AutoCAD Electrical
* CAD Overlay
* Ability to prepare single-line, elementary, and wiring diagrams with minimal supervision
* Strong knowledge of electrical design principles and practices
* Familiarity with electrical codes and standards (NEC, IEEE)
* High attention to detail and commitment to design quality
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to build effective working relationships with plant staff, engineers, and vendors
Preferred Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
* Experience designing electrical systems for:
* Power plants
* Industrial facilities
* Utility infrastructure
* Exposure to PLC programming or control systems
* Prior experience supporting Southern Company or utility environments
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