Electrical Engineer

Apex Systems; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Everforth Apex in Birmingham, AL seeks an Engineer 1 to apply engineering processes and design criteria to power-related systems, using design software and collaborative planning. This role emphasizes safety, learning across planning, design, operation, construction, and maintenance, and strong coordination with plant staff and vendors.

The position supports estimates, develops design options, and prepares construction specifications while ensuring high-quality solutions and compliance with

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of related engineering experience.
• Accredited bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering processes, design criteria, and software applications to design and construct power-related systems.
• Support estimate preparation, develop design options, and prepare construction specifications.
• Provide guidance, oversight, and quality assurance reviews for approved contractors.

Skills

Introductory engineering knowledge

Basic problem solving

Limited discretion

Discipline software basics

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude

Relationship building

Vendor relations

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Engineer 1 position requires 0-5 years of related experience and an accredited bachelor’s degree.

Responsible for applying engineering processes, design criteria, and software applications to design and construct power related systrems. Supports estimate preparation, develops design options, and prepares construction specifications. Provide guidance, oversight, and quality assurance reviews for approved contractors as they develop design solutions, cost estimates, and construction packages. Job responsibilities include creating a safe work environment by putting safety first, understand the process used for planning, design, operation, construction, and maintenance, understanding the functions and activities of various internal departments involved in design, construction, and maintenance, understanding design practices and work processes, using all software applications used in design, understanding industry and Southern Company design standards, supporting design standard and criteria development for the system, supporting construction and maintenance teams during day-to-day operations, estimating material for projects, transmitting construction packages and supporting specifications.

Skillsets and Expertise Required

introductory engineering knowledge, basic problem-solving skills, limited discretion making independent decisions based on procedure and review with supervisor, basic discipline software knowledge, strong work ethic, positive attitude, and the ability to build effective relationships with plant staff, design engineering staff and/or vendors.

About Everforth Apex

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Other insurance plans
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
• 401K program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate discount savings program
• Other discounts

In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

Equal Opportunity

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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