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