Electrical Engineer (Industrial) - Birmingham, Alabama
Location: On Site in Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Employment type: Full-time
Industry: Manufacturing
Posted: 13 days ago
Why This Role Matters
MissionHires is seeking Electrical Engineers (Industrial) to support heavy industrial projects. Ideal candidates hold a BS in Electrical Engineering and are recent graduates or have 2–5 years of experience, with a parallel opening for mid-level engineers (5–10 years). You will learn on the job to design and check drawing installation packages—single-line diagrams, motor elementary and interconnection diagrams, power plans, cable schedules, and lighting/grounding plans—while collaborating with multi-discipline teams and interfacing with clients. Growth into leadership roles is based on performance and work ethic.
How You'll Contribute
- Design and check electrical drawing installation packages for heavy industrial projects
- Develop single-line diagrams, motor elementary diagrams, and interconnection diagrams
- Produce power plans, cable schedules, and lighting and grounding plans
- Coordinate with multi-discipline engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions
- Support field and construction teams by clarifying design intent and resolving issues
- Participate in client meetings and incorporate feedback into design deliverables
- Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and project specifications
- Contribute to quality control reviews and drawing/document revisions
- Manage task schedules, deliverables, and documentation to meet project deadlines
- For mid-level role (5–10 years): lead work packages, mentor junior engineers, and interface directly with clients on scope and technical decisions
What Makes You a Great Fit
- BS in Electrical Engineering (required)
- 0–5 years of experience on heavy industrial projects for the junior role; 5–10 years for the mid-level role
- Foundational understanding of industrial power distribution and control systems
- Ability to learn and execute design and checking of single-line, motor elementary, and interconnection diagrams
- Ability to produce power plans, cable schedules, and lighting/grounding plans with guidance
- Comfort working in multi-discipline teams and interacting with clients
- Strong attention to detail, work ethic, and willingness to learn on the job
- Effective communication and documentation skills
- Eligibility to work in the United States
Who We Are, What We Stand For
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Electrical Engineer (Industrial) role on-site in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, it’s an on-site role in Birmingham, Alabama.
Do you provide relocation assistance for this position?
Yes, paid relocation assistance is provided.
What experience levels are you hiring for?
There are junior (0–5 years) and mid-level (5–10 years) openings.
What degree do I need to apply?
A BS in Electrical Engineering is required.
What will my day-to-day work look like?
You’ll design and check industrial electrical drawing packages: SLDs, motor elementary/interconnection diagrams, power plans, cable schedules, and lighting/grounding plans.
Will I work with clients and other disciplines?
Yes, you’ll collaborate with multi-discipline teams and participate in client meetings.
Is U.S. work authorization required?
Yes, you must be eligible to work in the United States.
Is there a path to leadership in this role?
Yes, advancement is based on ability and work ethic; mid-levels may lead work packages and mentor juniors.