Electrical Engineer IV

Quanta Government Solutions; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Weekly Pay

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and develop electrical systems for power generation and distribution projects, including gas turbines, renewables, and BESS. You will contribute to construction packages for power generation islands supporting data center operations.

The role requires a PE license or progress toward licensure, 7–8 years of industrial electrical experience, and strong proficiency in design software and NEC/IEEE standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or actively working toward licensure.
• Minimum of 7–8 years of relevant industrial experience in electrical, preferably in EPC environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Access & Outlook).
• Knowledgeable in electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, ElecDes, ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, A6132, and Dialux).
• Proficiency in PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, and field instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of NEC, IEEE, and other relevant codes and standards.
• Ability to produce efficient, constructible designs with attention to cost and schedule.
• Experience with EPC project workflows and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Produce estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs.
• Develop and assemble scopes, drawings and specifications into a package for procurement of materials and equipment.
• Lead development of detailed design deliverables including: Single-line diagrams, Motor elementary diagrams, Interconnect diagrams, Electrical cable schedules, Equipment specification, Material take-offs, Grounding, lighting, lightning protection, and heat trace systems.
• Review and check vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for electrical/instrumentation input.
• Perform engineering calculations to validate design integrity.
• Design and implement instrumentation systems for process control and monitoring.
• Conduct arc flash studies, grounding grid analysis, and relay coordination.
• Prepare construction packages and support field implementation.
• Ensure designs meet client expectations, industry standards, and project specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project alignment.
• Provide on-site startup and commissioning support as needed.
• Recognize and communicate scope changes and design updates promptly

Skills

Electrical design

PLCs & SCADA

NEC / IEEE knowledge

AutoCAD / Plant 3D / Revit

PE license

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

Revit

ElecDes

ETAP

SKM

PSCAD

Dialux

A6132

Job description

About Us

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quanta's operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation, battery energy storage, renewables, transmission, substation, and underground infrastructure — from concept to commissioning, we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed, certainty, and operational excellence our customers depend on.

At Quanta Power Solutions, we are driven by a culture of safety, integrity, and disciplined execution — and we're building a team that shares that commitment.

About this Role

The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of electrical

systems for power generation and distribution projects.

This includes work on with gas turbines,renewables, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

This includes understanding interconnection and interaction between generation and , substations , and transmissionsystems.

The engineer will contribute to the development of complete construction packagesfor power generation islands supporting data center operations.

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Produce estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs.
• Develop and assembling scopes, drawings and specifications into a package to be issued for procurement of materials and equipment.
• Lead Ddevelopment of detailed design deliverables including:
  • Single-line diagrams
  • Motor elementary diagrams
  • Interconnect diagrams
  • Electrical cable schedules
  • Equipment specification
  • Material take-offs (MTOs)
  • Grounding, lighting, lightning protection, and heat trace systems
• Review and check vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for electrical/instrumentation input.
• Perform engineering calculations to validate design integrity.
• Design and implement instrumentation systems for process control and monitoring.
• Conduct arc flash studies, grounding grid analysis, and relay coordination.
• Prepare construction packages and support field implementation.
• Ensure designs meet client expectations, industry standards, and project specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project alignment.
• Provide on-site startup and commissioning support as needed.
• Recognize and communicate scope changes and design updates promptly

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or actively working towardactively working towards licensure.
• Minimum of 7 8 years of relevant industrial experience in electrical, preferably in EPC environments.
  • Proficient in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Access & Outlook)
    • Technical Skills & Knowledge
      • Knowledgeable in electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, and ElecDes, Etap, SKM, PSCAD, A6132, and Dialux))
    • Proficiency in PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, and field instrumentation.
    • Strong understanding of NEC, IEEE, and other relevant codes and standards.
  • Ability to produce efficient, constructible designs with attention to cost and schedule.
    • Experience with EPC project workflows and documentation standards.
    • Proficient in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Access & Outlook)

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

What You'll Get

• Competitive Compensation
• Weekly Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development Opportunities

  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.