Electrical Designer 3
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Country: United States
Category: Engineering
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Posted Date: April 3, 2026
Job ID: 646012
Job Description
Title Electrical Designer 3
Location Birmingham AL
Pay range $ 50-55 per hour (DOE)
3 year contract
The Planet Group is seeking an Electrical Designer III that is responsible for developing and executing electrical designs for heavy industrial projects. This role requires strong 3D modeling capabilities, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with project teams to understand design requirements and project objectives
- Develop physical electrical designs, including 3D models, system layouts, and detailed design drawings
- Utilize CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) to create, modify, and maintain electrical drawings
- Maintain proficiency in design tools and stay current with software updates and enhancements
- Ensure all designs comply with applicable industry standards, electrical codes, and regulatory requirements
- Conduct code reviews and implement updates as needed
- Partner with engineers, architects, and other stakeholders to integrate electrical systems into overall project designs
- Identify and resolve design-related issues; provide practical and efficient design solutions
- Prepare and maintain organized documentation, including drawings, specifications, and bills of materials (BOMs)
- Develop technical reports and documentation for project deliverables
- Perform site walk-downs for field verification and constructability assessments
- Conduct quality checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project goals
Required Qualifications:
- 7+ years of experience as an Electrical Designer, preferably in heavy industrial environments
- Strong proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD); extensive 3D modeling experience strongly preferred
- Solid knowledge of electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE)
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality design output
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Ability to build strong working relationships with plant staff, engineering teams, and vendors
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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.
