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Substation Physical Designer Consultant – SPDC
Birmingham, Alabama
Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
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Brooksource
-$80/hr
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Job Description:
Substation Physical Designer Consultant
Birmingham, AL
Hybrid role (Onsite/Hybrid as required)
Compensation: $70 per hour
Assignment Duration: February 2026 – February 2029
PPE Required: Yes
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our client is seeking a Substation Physical Designer Consultant to join their Substation Engineering department in Birmingham, AL. This consultant will play a critical role in designing, analyzing, and reviewing substation grounding and lightning protection systems for both transmission and distribution environments. The position is responsible for delivering technical studies, developing and maintaining design standards, conducting quality assurance reviews, and providing technical guidance to less experienced staff. The role requires strong collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams, interfacing with vendors and manufacturers, and presenting technical findings to leadership and stakeholders. A strong focus on safety, quality, and standardization is essential. The assignment runs from February 2026 to February 2029, and appropriate PPE is required.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Design and analyze substation grounding systems, direct stroke shielding, and overhead ground wire sizing
- Develop and optimize grounding and lightning protection studies for substations
- Perform ground grid integrity testing and investigate lightning events
- Create and maintain general physical standards, drawings, and design details
- Conduct Quality Assurance reviews and provide technical training and developmental feedback to less experienced engineers and designers
- Support engineering design criteria and standardization efforts
- Provide technical guidance on grounding materials and design practices
- Coordinate with construction, field services, project management, maintenance, transmission planning, and protection & control teams
- Interface with vendors and manufacturers to resolve equipment and material issues
- Present technical study results to leadership and internal/external stakeholders
- Lead with a strong “Safety First” mindset and promote safe engineering practices
WHAT YOU BRING
- 4-year Engineering Technology degree, or 2-year technical degree with 10+ years of related experience, or 20+ years of directly related experience
- Experience in substation grounding and lightning protection system design and analysis
- Ability to develop and review technical studies, design standards, and engineering support documents
- Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with Quality Assurance reviews and technical training
- Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and interface with vendors and manufacturers
- Commitment to safety and promoting safe engineering practices
Disclaimer: Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.
EEO:
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Benefits & Perks:
Eight Eleven Group offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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