Sr. Lead Electrical Engineer

Johnson Service Group; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k)

Weekly pay

Job summary

Johnson Service Group, Inc. in Birmingham, AL is seeking an experienced electrical engineer for a long-term contract. The role centers on electrical design for EPC environments, with on-site support and strong NEC/IEEE compliance.

Competitive pay includes time-and-a-half OT, per diem, and mobilization benefits. Candidates should have a B.S./M.S in electrical engineering, 7+ years of industrial experience, and familiarity with AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, ElecDes, ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, A6132, and

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S in electrical engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer license preferred or actively working toward licensure.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant industrial experience in electrical, preferably EPC environments.
• Knowledgeable in electrical design software and standards (NEC, IEEE).
• Proficiency in PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, and field instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed design deliverables including: Single-line diagrams, motor elementary diagrams, interconnect diagrams, electrical cable schedules, equipment specifications, and MTOs.
• 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 specifications and industry standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project alignment.
• Provide on-site startup and commissioning support as needed.
• Identify and communicate scope changes.

Skills

PLC/DCS/SCADA

Field instrumentation

Electrical codes

Education

B.S. or M.S in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

Revit

ElecDes

ETAP

SKM

PSCAD

A6132

Dialux

Job description

Long-term contract in Birmingham, AL. Very competitive pay, time and a half for OT, Mob/Demob, and strong per diem.

Requirements

B.S. or M.S in electrical engineering from an accredited university. Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or actively working toward licensure. Minimum of 7 years of relevant industrial experience in electrical, preferably in EPC environments. 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. Proficient in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Access & Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Develop 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
• 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
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance options
• Short-term disability
• 401(k)
• Weekly pay

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. #D650