Electrical Engineer 2
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Country: United States
Category: Engineering
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Posted Date: April 13, 2026
Job ID: 645974
Job Description
Title Electrical Engineer II
Location Birmingham AL
Pay range $ 53-58 per hour (DOE)
9 months contract - possible extension
The Planet Group is seeking an Electrical Engineer (Level II) – Desired Qualifications
Basic Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution
- 3–6 years of relevant electrical engineering experience
- Experience in detailed design of:
- Battery systems
- Chargers and inverters
- UPS systems
- DC fuse panels
- Proficiency with:
- AutoCAD
- AutoCAD Electrical
- CAD Overlay (7+ years preferred)
- Ability to independently prepare:
- Single-line diagrams
- Elementary diagrams
- Wiring diagrams
- Strong knowledge of:
- Electrical power system design principles
- Applicable codes and standards
- QA requirements and regulatory compliance (federal, state, and local)
- Support and assist in electrical power system design, including:
- Scope development
- Schedules and budgets
- Layout and circuitry design
- Develop and review:
- Single-line, elementary, and wiring diagrams
- Provide technical guidance to engineers, designers, and drafters
- Assist with system checkout, startup, and commissioning activities
- Support DC system design including:
- Wiring and physical layout
- Equipment specifications
- Inspections and acceptance testing
- Coordinate across disciplines to ensure project efficiency and effectiveness
Preferred Experience
- Power plant electrical system design (especially fossil-fueled plants)
- Experience leading design efforts, including drawings and calculations
- Project scheduling and coordination to meet cost and timeline goals
- Ability to manage design scope on large projects with limited supervision
Soft Skills & Competencies
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- High level of initiative and self-direction
- Effective planning, organization, and execution abilities
- Ability to build relationships with:
- Plant staff
- Engineering teams
- Vendors
- Ability to work both:
- Independently and within a team environment
- Willingness to travel for:
- Plant visits
- Meetings
- Field inspections
EEO Statement
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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.
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About The Planet Group
The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
