Job Description

Electrical Physical Designer – Power Generation Systems – Birmingham AL (multiple positions)

Southern Company Generation Electrical & Instrumentation Design 

PLEASE NOTE: This posting is to fill multiple Electrical Designer positions within our Generation Electrical & Instrumentation Design organization. The Designer position can be filled as an exempt level 3-6, based on background experience and education of the successful candidate.

WORK LOCATION 

• Positions will be located at The Energy Center in Birmingham, AL

• Hybrid work schedule (both in-office and telecommute); currently four (4) days in-office/in-the-field and one (1) day telecommute (subject to future adjustment)

• This position will require both field and office work.

• This position will require some travel (day and overnight, up to 25%) and the ability to work successfully in a remote/virtual environment with access to internet service.

• Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commute distance.

This position is responsible for developing comprehensive electrical designs for projects at power generating facilities across the Southern Company fleet. The role requires technical expertise, attention to detail, and collaboration across multiple disciplines to ensure high-quality, code-compliant electrical systems. This includes but is not limited to quality assurance, governance, cost control, schedule adherence, project development and scope guidance documents, adherence to standards, best practice reviews, and project closeout. This position will produce engineering drawings and material requirements to facilitate construction, operation, and maintenance of electrical power systems. Activities will be executed with an emphasis on safety, quality, scheduling, and costs.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: 

• Development, preparation, checking and/or coordination of designs, design drawings, and other documents for plant electrical systems, or components in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

• Responsible for preparing electrical power system design including equipment, cable tray, conduit, conduit duct bank, grounding, lighting and lightning protection layout drawings and 3D modeling.

• Reviews vendor design documents to ensure conformance to design requirements.

• Provide on-site support during construction, startup, and checkout.

• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, clients, suppliers, and contractors to produce integrated and effective designs.

• Define project scope, provide schedule input, create material takeoffs, and review fabrication drawings.

• Efficiently and effectively resolve engineering related issues.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School Graduate or equivalent is required.

• Additional technical training is preferred (technical school).

• Associate degree is preferred but not required.

Work Experience:  

• Proficiency in AutoDesk Suite and Microsoft Office products required

• 3D design experience is required, preferably within heavy industrial facilities or new construction projects. 
• 3D modeling experience is required. 

• Experience developing physical design including equipment, cable tray, conduit duct bank, grounding, lighting and lightning protection layout drawings and 3D modeling.

• Experience with scope development, schedule input, material takeoffs, and fabrication drawing review is desired. 

• Experience with gas combined cycle, coal powered, and hydro plants designs is a plus. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  

• High level of initiative and ability to effectively plan, organize, and execute assigned work. 

• Effective oral and written communication of technical topics. 

• Self-starter and strong problem-solving skills.

• Customer focused with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers. 

• Electrical Design codes and standards. 

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES  

• Model Our Values Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance 

• Considerable people skills with a focus on providing value to customers. 

• Work proficiently as part of a team and independently. 

• Exhibit and promote a positive, "can do" attitude. 

• Commitment as a team member to build and maintain an inclusive work environment. 

BENEFITS 

• Competitive Pay 

• Benefit package that includes:  

• Medical and dental coverage 

• Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan 

• Performance-sharing plan 

• 401(k) plan with a generous company match 

• Tuition Reimbursement 

About Southern Company

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.