Electrical Design Engineer (Industrial) - Birmingham, Alabama
Location: On Site in Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Employment type: Full-time
Posted: 17 days ago
Why This Role Matters
MissionHires is seeking a seasoned Electrical Design Engineer (or Senior Electrical Designer) to lead multi-discipline, heavy industrial design projects. You will own the development and checking of critical electrical design deliverables, write technical scopes and equipment specs, direct and mentor teams, engage with vendors and clients, produce FEL1–FEL3 estimates, and perform site walkdowns to drive practical, safe, and cost-effective solutions. PE preferred but not required.
How You'll Contribute
- Lead and manage teams of engineers and designers on complex, multi-discipline heavy industrial projects
- Develop and review technical scopes of work and electrical equipment specifications
- Design and check electrical single-line diagrams, motor elementary diagrams, interconnection diagrams, power plans, cable schedules, lighting plans, and grounding plans
- Direct, mentor, and coordinate engineers/designers in producing high-quality deliverables
- Review and approve vendor drawings and technical submittals
- Prepare and validate FEL1, FEL2, and FEL3 estimates for electrical scope
- Collaborate with discipline leads and clients to resolve technical issues and align on project solutions
- Conduct plant/site walkdowns to gather field data and verify existing conditions
- Attend project meetings, client reviews, and bid walkdowns
- Ensure compliance with project standards, safety practices, and quality requirements
What Makes You a Great Fit
- BS in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent senior electrical design experience)
- 15–20 years of experience leading engineers and designers on complex, multi-discipline heavy industrial projects
- Proven ability to produce and check SLDs, motor elementaries, interconnection diagrams, power plans, cable schedules, lighting, and grounding plans
- Demonstrated experience writing technical scopes of work and electrical equipment specifications
- Experience reviewing and approving vendor drawings and coordinating with suppliers
- Competence in developing FEL1, FEL2, and FEL3 estimates
- Strong cross-discipline coordination and client-facing communication skills
- Ability to perform site walkdowns, gather field data, and participate in meetings and bid walkdowns
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, not required
Perks & Benefits
Full benefits package
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Electrical Design Engineer role on-site in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, it’s an on-site, full-time role in Birmingham, Alabama.
Do you offer relocation assistance for this position?
Yes, paid relocation assistance is provided.
Do I need a PE license to apply?
No, a PE is preferred but not required.
What kind of industrial projects will I work on?
Heavy industrial, multi-discipline design projects.
What are the key deliverables I’ll be responsible for?
SLDs, motor elementaries, interconnection diagrams, power plans, cable schedules, lighting and grounding plans, and FEL1–FEL3 estimates.
Will I be leading and mentoring a team?
Yes, you’ll direct and mentor engineers and designers.
Does the role involve site work or travel to plants?
Yes, you’ll perform plant/site walkdowns, gather field data, and attend meetings and bid walkdowns.
Are benefits included?
Yes, a full benefits package is included.