Electrical Designer II
Experience Level:
5–7 Years •
Contract- 1-3 Years
•
Work Model:
Hybrid (Birmingham, AL + Remote as needed) Company-
Southern Company Position Summary
The
Electrical Designer II
supports the development and execution of
electrical designs for utility and power generation facilities , with a primary focus on
DC system wiring and physical design . This role collaborates closely with engineers, project teams, and plant personnel to produce accurate, code-compliant electrical designs that support construction, inspections, acceptance testing, and system checkout activities. The ideal candidate brings strong
CAD expertise , hands-on experience with
DC electrical systems , and the ability to work independently on complex design tasks with minimal oversight. Key Responsibilities
Electrical Design & Drafting
Collaborate with project teams to understand
electrical design requirements and objectives Develop detailed
electrical designs , including: System layouts
Single-line diagrams
Elementary diagrams
Wiring diagrams
Perform
detail design
for DC electrical systems, including: Battery systems
Battery chargers
Inverters
UPS systems
DC fuse panels
Utilize
CAD software
(AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, CAD Overlay; Revit or SolidWorks Electrical a plus) to create and modify drawings Maintain organized documentation including drawings, specifications, and
Bills of Materials (BOMs) Compliance, Quality & Coordination
Ensure designs comply with
industry standards, electrical codes, and regulatory requirements
(NEC, IEEE, etc.) Conduct
design reviews, quality checks, and updates
to ensure accuracy and completeness Support
inspections, acceptance testing, and system checkout
activities Address design issues and provide effective technical solutions Coordinate with engineers, architects, vendors, and plant staff to integrate electrical systems into overall project designs Project & Field Support
Prepare technical reports and documentation for project deliverables Support field activities, meetings, and inspections as required Work both
independently and as part of a project team Required Qualifications
Associate Degree
in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Design, or related field
5–7 years of experience
as an Electrical Designer or similar role
Experience with DC electrical system design , including: Battery systems
Chargers
Inverters
UPS
DC fuse panels
7+ years of experience
with: AutoCAD
AutoCAD Electrical
CAD Overlay
Ability to prepare
single-line, elementary, and wiring diagrams
with minimal supervision
Strong knowledge of
electrical design principles and practices
Familiarity with
electrical codes and standards
(NEC, IEEE)
High attention to detail and commitment to design quality
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to build effective working relationships with
plant staff, engineers, and vendors
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Experience designing electrical systems for: Power plants
Industrial facilities
Utility infrastructure
Exposure to
PLC programming or control systems
Prior experience supporting
Southern Company or utility environments
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5–7 Years •
Contract- 1-3 Years
•
Work Model:
Hybrid (Birmingham, AL + Remote as needed) Company-
Southern Company Position Summary
The
Electrical Designer II
supports the development and execution of
electrical designs for utility and power generation facilities , with a primary focus on
DC system wiring and physical design . This role collaborates closely with engineers, project teams, and plant personnel to produce accurate, code-compliant electrical designs that support construction, inspections, acceptance testing, and system checkout activities. The ideal candidate brings strong
CAD expertise , hands-on experience with
DC electrical systems , and the ability to work independently on complex design tasks with minimal oversight. Key Responsibilities
Electrical Design & Drafting
Collaborate with project teams to understand
electrical design requirements and objectives Develop detailed
electrical designs , including: System layouts
Single-line diagrams
Elementary diagrams
Wiring diagrams
Perform
detail design
for DC electrical systems, including: Battery systems
Battery chargers
Inverters
UPS systems
DC fuse panels
Utilize
CAD software
(AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, CAD Overlay; Revit or SolidWorks Electrical a plus) to create and modify drawings Maintain organized documentation including drawings, specifications, and
Bills of Materials (BOMs) Compliance, Quality & Coordination
Ensure designs comply with
industry standards, electrical codes, and regulatory requirements
(NEC, IEEE, etc.) Conduct
design reviews, quality checks, and updates
to ensure accuracy and completeness Support
inspections, acceptance testing, and system checkout
activities Address design issues and provide effective technical solutions Coordinate with engineers, architects, vendors, and plant staff to integrate electrical systems into overall project designs Project & Field Support
Prepare technical reports and documentation for project deliverables Support field activities, meetings, and inspections as required Work both
independently and as part of a project team Required Qualifications
Associate Degree
in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Design, or related field
5–7 years of experience
as an Electrical Designer or similar role
Experience with DC electrical system design , including: Battery systems
Chargers
Inverters
UPS
DC fuse panels
7+ years of experience
with: AutoCAD
AutoCAD Electrical
CAD Overlay
Ability to prepare
single-line, elementary, and wiring diagrams
with minimal supervision
Strong knowledge of
electrical design principles and practices
Familiarity with
electrical codes and standards
(NEC, IEEE)
High attention to detail and commitment to design quality
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to build effective working relationships with
plant staff, engineers, and vendors
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Experience designing electrical systems for: Power plants
Industrial facilities
Utility infrastructure
Exposure to
PLC programming or control systems
Prior experience supporting
Southern Company or utility environments
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