Electrical Designer lll (Power Generation / Industrial Projects)

Johnson Service Group

Birmingham, AL

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JOB DETAILS

LOCATION

Birmingham, AL

POSTED

30+ days ago

Electrical Designer III (Power Generation / Industrial Projects)
Contract Birmingham, AL (anticipated 912 months with strong potential for extension). Very competitive pay, time-and-a-half for OT, Mob/Demob, and strong per diem.

Join a growing engineering team supporting power generation and infrastructure projects, including gas turbines, substations, renewables, BESS, and datacenter power systems. Youll develop construction-ready electrical designs that go directly into the field.

Requirements:

Associate degree in Engineering Technology, CAD, or related field
7+ years of electrical design experience in industrial or power environments
Experience with power distribution, MCCs, and motor control systems
Familiarity with EPC or multidisciplinary project environments
Strong knowledge of NEC and electrical design standards
Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with Plant 3D, Revit, or Navisworks preferred
Ability to interpret vendor drawings and equipment layouts

Responsibilities:

Develop electrical deliverables including:
- MCC one-lines, layouts, schematics, and cable schedules
- Grounding, lighting, and power plans
Create installation drawings from vendor documentation
Perform calculations (lighting, voltage drop, conduit/tray fill, sizing, protection)
Determine MCC and substation loading
Route conduit and cable tray systems
Support MTOs, cost estimates, and construction packages
Coordinate with civil, structural, and mechanical teams
Provide field support during construction/startup
Identify scope changes and support project scheduling

Skills & Competencies:

Strong understanding of electrical systems, materials, and construction practices
Experience producing constructible designs
Familiarity with EPC workflows and coordination
Experience with tools like ElecDes, Dialux, or similar (preferred)
Proficient in Microsoft Office

Why This Role Stands Out:

Work on real power infrastructure projects
Exposure to turbines, substations, renewables, and datacenter power
Designs go directly into construction
Strong earning potential with OT + per diem

Additional Info:

Travel as needed for field and construction support

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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About the Company

Johnson Service Group

At JSG, We Understand People

It is our mission to empower people, help our clients reach their goals, and hire motivated individuals.

Since our start in 1984, we’ve worked hard to establish our present position as the most effective cross-industry staffing and consulting solution available.

Headquartered in Chicago, IL with local offices throughout the United States and Canada, JSG proudly serves a diverse range of industries with the right solutions to help clients reach their company goals. Our client-centric approach enables us to create personalized solutions for businesses in need of top-tier talent. Our dedication doesn’t stop at our clients. We strive to connect candidates with opportunities that match their skills and goals. More than just a go-between, we are a dependable bridge, uniting top talent with suitable opportunities, facilitating shared opportunities and growth.

COMPANY SIZE

1,000 to 1,499 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

1984

WEBSITE

https://www.jsginc.com/

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