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Actalent

Substation Designer

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$25 - $70/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Designer must provide support to the OPCO's Substation Construction, Field Services, Project Management and Substation Maintenance. This position will require site visits for projects, including ...

Actalent

Substation Designer

Birmingham, AL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Develop and maintain detailed 2D engineering drawings and 3D models for transmission and distribution electrical substations. * Create and modify physical substation design packages from engineering ...

Actalent

Substation Designer

Birmingham, AL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Develop and maintain detailed 2D engineering drawings and 3D models for transmission and distribution electrical substations. * Create and modify physical substation design packages from engineering ...

Quanta Services

Designer - Substation

Birmingham, AL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

... conduct maintenance on and construct projects. Our turnkey service capabilities provide our ... The Designer - Substation is responsible for supporting substation design projects across the QISG ...

Quanta Services

Project Engineer - Substation

Birmingham, AL

$92K - $117K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Prepare and maintain detailed project status reports, engineering documentation, and records ... Design physical substation components, including yard layouts, grounding, lightning protection ...

Quanta Services

Design Engineer - Substation

Birmingham, AL

$92K - $117K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Design Engineer - Substation will perform substation design assignments including physical ... Maintain detailed project documentation and support engineering calculations. * Bring potential ...

ISG

Substation Project Manager

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$105K - $135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Substation Project Manager Department: Power Employment Type: Full Time Location: Birmingham, AL ... Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with team members, clients, and ...

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How much do substation maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for substation maintenance in Alabama is $36.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.62 and $40.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in substation maintenance, and why are they important?

To excel in Substation Maintenance, you should have a solid understanding of electrical systems, troubleshooting skills, and a background in electrical or power technology, often supported by a relevant technical diploma or certification. Familiarity with relay testing equipment, SCADA systems, and OSHA safety standards is typically required, along with certifications such as NETA or relevant journeyman licenses. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork skills are also valuable in this role. These skills ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency in maintaining critical power infrastructure.

What is substation maintenance?

A Substation Maintenance job involves inspecting, testing, repairing, and maintaining electrical substations to ensure reliable power distribution. Workers in this role handle equipment like transformers, circuit breakers, and switchgear, performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting faults. They follow safety protocols to minimize risks and often work in various weather conditions. Strong electrical knowledge and technical skills are essential for this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in substation maintenance?

Substation Maintenance professionals are responsible for inspecting, testing, and repairing electrical equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, and protective relays within power substations. Their daily activities often include performing preventive maintenance, ensuring all safety protocols are followed, documenting inspection results, and responding to any reported faults or outages. They may work independently or as part of a small team, collaborating closely with engineers and system operators to ensure uninterrupted power delivery. This hands-on role often involves both indoor and outdoor work, sometimes requiring shift or on-call duties to address emergencies promptly.

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Infographic showing various Substation Maintenance job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 89% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,391 per year, or $36.2 per hour.

Substation Physical Design - Designer/Engineer (Birmingham, AL)

Southern Company

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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Job description


Substation Physical Design - Designer/Engineer (Birmingham, AL) **multiple positions**
Southern Company Services Technical Shared Services - Substation Engineering
Openings located in Birmingham, AL
PLEASE NOTE: This posting is to fill multiple Physical Designer/Engineer positions within our Substation Physical Design group. The Designer/Engineer can be filled as an exempt level 3-6, based on background experience and education of the successful candidate.
WORK LOCATION, SCHEDULE, & TRAVEL
  • This position will be based out of Birmingham, AL, however candidates living outside of the area may be considered with the expectation that they could successfully telework and be physically present in-office (The Energy Center) and/or field location on a routine (see below) and as-needed basis.
  • Hybrid work schedule (both in-office and telecommute); currently four (4) days in-office/in-the-field and one (1) day telecommute (subject to future adjustment)
  • Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commute distance.
  • This position will require some travel (day and overnight, up to 25%) and the ability to work successfully in a remote/virtual environment with access to internet service.

JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for the design of Southern Company's Transmission and Distribution Substations. The Designer/Engineer will produce engineering drawings, specifications, and material requirements for substation projects with emphasis on safety, quality, scheduling, and costs.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering (Engineer)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology (Designer)
  • Associate Degree with minimum 3 years relevant industry experience (Designer)
  • No Degree with minimum 5 years relevant industry experience (Designer)

Experience:
  • Strong understanding of substation equipment is preferred.
  • Southern Company design experience preferred.
  • Ability to create Substation Physical Design drawings from a single line diagram is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Standards, National Electric Safety Code, National Electric Code, and OSHA safe operating practices are preferred.
  • AutoCAD training, experience, or certification is required.
  • Experience using 3D modeling software (SDS Inventor, Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk 3D or P4A) is preferred.
  • Experience in Transmission &/or Distribution Substation Operations for an electric power utility company is preferred.
  • Experience in the field of Substation Engineering, Field Services, Switchboard Wiring, Power Delivery, Substation Maintenance, or Substation Construction is preferred.
  • Experience working with document management & estimating systems such as Transmission Estimating and Management System (TEAMS), STOMP, MAXIMO, SCST Vault is preferred.
  • Experience providing Quality Assurance reviews for design packages is a plus.
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Office products is required.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
  • Prepare high quality design packages needed to construct (new or modify existing) substations using CAD-based tools based on Southern Company design standards.
  • Design the physical aspects of substations, including but not limited to, Foundation Layouts, Grounding Layouts, Conduit Layouts, Control House Layouts, Section Drawings, Electrical Bus Design, etc. Specify, order, and provide approval drawings for non-stock materials, as well as inventorying stock materials and shop fabricated materials for substation design packages. Transmit drawing packages and supporting specifications into SCST Vault using the Physical Substation Transmittal Packages Manual.
  • Make SAFETY our number one priority using a "Safety First" mentality and leading by example.
  • Coordinate and communicate with other design disciplines associated with the Substation Physical Design project.
  • Provide Quality Assurance reviews as required, technical training and provide developmental feedback to internal designer/engineers
  • Interact with manufacturers, vendors, and Southern Company committee members to resolve equipment and material issues.
  • Provide support to Substation Construction, Field Services, Project Management and Substation Maintenance.
  • Perform site visits for projects, including pre-construction meetings, during construction and post-construction. Some overnight travel will be required.
  • Participate in substation design review meetings.
  • Support Southern Company's design criteria and standardization effort.
  • Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, setting priorities, and using effective time management and organizational skills to achieve project team goals.
  • Serve as part of a storm restoration team when requested after storm events, predominately, but not limited to the Southern Company service territory.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral & written) and the ability to communicate technical issues simply.
  • Must be a self-starter and exhibit strong problem-solving skills.
  • Must work well in a team environment and have the ability to develop and build relationships at all levels.
  • Must possess effective time management and organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple projects with various priorities and competing deadlines.
  • Must demonstrate a customer focus with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers and solicit feedback.
  • Ability to be an effective mentor to others and teach job-related skills.
  • Good understanding of utility electric grid operations is preferred.
  • Knowledge of basic electrical power system theory is preferred.

Behavioral Attributes:
  • Model Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
  • Conduct all activities with a focus on providing value to our customers.
  • Take personal responsibility for their projects and customer issues.
  • Follow through on all aspects of assignments to ensure a quality product and increased value is delivered to our customers.
  • Exhibit and promote a positive, "can do" attitude.
  • Commitment as a team member to building and maintaining an Inclusive work environment.
  • Must place strong emphasis on Operational Excellence (mistake free designs).
  • Must understand and practice Human Performance Concepts.

BENEFITS
  • To review a comprehensive list of benefits, please review this link.

***Please submit an updated resume with your application***
About Us
About Southern Company
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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