Hybrid Electrical Design Engineer – Power Gen Systems

Southern Company; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Company Services Technical Shared Services – Engineering Electrical Design in Birmingham, AL is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to lead and execute detailed design activities for electrical power systems at generating facilities. Hybrid work with travel up to 25% supporting in-office, field locations, and remote collaboration.

Responsibilities include developing design documents, vendor reviews, cost estimation, and on-site support during construction and commissioning, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution/program is required.
• Advanced degree in related field is a plus.
• Professional Registration desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design documents for power generation facilities.
• Assist in the evaluation and purchase of electrical equipment.
• Review vendor design documents to ensure conformance to design requirements.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines, clients, suppliers, and contractors.
• Provide on-site support during construction, startup, and checkout.
• Develop scope definition documents, estimates, and provide schedule inputs.
• Prepare material take-offs for cost estimates and material procurement.

Skills

Electrical design

3D modeling

AutoDesk Suite

MS Office

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Education

BS in Engineering (ABET)

Advanced degree (plus)

Professional registration (desired)

Tools

AutoDesk Suite

Job description

Southern Company Services Technical Shared Services – Engineering Electrical Design in Birmingham, AL is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to lead and execute detailed design activities for electrical power systems at generating facilities. Hybrid work with travel up to 25% supporting in-office, field locations, and remote collaboration.

Responsibilities include developing design documents, vendor reviews, cost estimation, and on-site support during construction and commissioning, while