Instrumentation Designer – Power Generation

About Us
QISG leverages Quanta's comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About This Role
3500 Colonnade Pkwy Suite 550, Birmingham, AL 35243

We are looking for a
detail-oriented Instrumentation Designer
to support EPC projects in the power sector, including gas turbines, renewables, BESS, substations, and transmission systems. You will develop accurate instrumentation design deliverables and construction packages, ensuring reliable performance and full integration with electrical and civil systems.

What You'll Do

  • Produce control panel layouts, instrumentation diagrams, connection diagrams, loop sheets, P&ID, and system plans.
  • Interpret project scope, specifications, and design criteria for instrumentation systems.
  • Perform sizing calculations for instrumentation wiring, conduit, and signal routing.
  • Route conduit and cable tray systems for instrumentation components.
  • Create accurate installation documents from vendor equipment drawings.
  • Collaborate with electrical and civil teams to ensure coordinated design efforts.
  • Provide on-site support during construction and startup phases.
  • Support cost estimation, material take-offs, and project scheduling.

What You'll Bring

  • Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting.
  • Minimum 7 years of instrumentation design and drafting experience.
  • EPC and power sector experience preferred.
  • Familiarity with instrumentation materials, construction practices, and drafting standards.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D required, 3D desirable), Revit, Navisworks, ElecDes and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or across virtual teams.

What You'll Get
Join QISG and grow your career

  • Competitive base salary + annual bonus potential
  • Generous PTO & paid holidays to maintain work-life balance
  • 401(k) with a generous match to plan for your future
  • Comprehensive benefits – medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Weekly pay for consistent, reliable compensation
  • Great mentoring & career growth opportunities – we invest in your development

At QISG, we don't just offer a job—we offer a career where you can grow, learn, and be rewarded for your contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.

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