Electrical Designer – Power Generation

HBK Engineering; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Designer in Birmingham, AL. You'll craft detailed electrical designs for gas turbines, renewable projects, and substations. The ideal candidate has a strong background in electrical design, with proficiency in AutoCAD and knowledge of NEC standards. Join us to impact large-scale energy projects and enhance your expertise in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of electrical design experience, preferably in EPC and power sectors.
• Strong knowledge of electrical materials and construction practices.
• Experience creating precise electrical designs and construction packages.

Responsibilities

• Produce electrical installation details and layouts.
• Perform calculations for lighting levels and wire sizing.
• Develop installation documents from vendor drawings.

Skills

Electrical design experience

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Knowledge of National Electrical Code

Excellent communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners’ energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects. Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About this Role

Location: 3500 Colonnade Pkwy Suite 550, Birmingham, AL 35243

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Designer to join our fast-paced EPC team in the power sector, working on gas turbines, renewables, BESS, substations, and transmission systems. You will create precise electrical designs and construction packages that drive project success, ensuring quality, accuracy, and seamless coordination across disciplines.

What You’ll Do

• Produce electrical installation details, MCC single lines, motor elementary diagrams, electric room layouts, cable schedules, power, lighting, and grounding plans.
• Perform calculations for lighting levels, voltage drop, conduit/tray fill, wire/conduit sizing, and overcurrent protection.
• Determine motor control center and substation loading.
• Develop accurate installation documents from vendor drawings.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure integrated designs.
• Support field verification and provide on-site assistance during construction and startup.
• Contribute to cost estimation, material take-offs, and project scheduling.

What You’ll Bring

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting.
• Minimum 7 years of electrical design experience, preferably in EPC and power sectors.
• Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and electrical materials/construction practices.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D required, 3D desirable), Revit, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of virtual teams.

What You’ll Get

Join a team where your designs directly power large-scale energy projects. Work on innovative infrastructure, sharpen your expertise, and see your work come to life in high-impact energy projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

HBK Engineering