Lead Civil Engineer III (Power Generation / Turbine Projects)

Johnson Service GroupBirmingham, AL

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Job Description

Civil Engineer III (Power Generation / Turbine Projects)Long-term contract Birmingham, AL Very competitive pay, time-and-a-half for OT, Mob/Demob, and strong per diem.Join a growing engineering team supporting large-scale gas turbine power projects, along with renewables and BESS. This role works closely with EPC partners and end clients to deliver turbine and power infrastructure supporting data centers and grid reliability.Requirements:

BS or MS in Civil Engineering*
7+ years in civil design for industrial, energy, or infrastructure projects
Experience with power generation sites, substations, or large industrial facilities
Background supporting EPC projects or working alongside EPC teams
Experience with grading, drainage, stormwater, and site development
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Navisworks (or similar)*
Knowledge of IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC
PE preferred; mentoring experience a plus

Responsibilities:

Design civil systems for gas turbine and power generation sites (grading, drainage, access, erosion control)*
Develop construction drawings and specifications aligned with equipment layouts*
Coordinate with EPC partners, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams
Review designs for code compliance and constructibility
Support permitting, field activities, and issue resolution*
Assist with MTOs, submittals, and project execution
Mentor junior engineers and support multiple project schedules

Skills & Competencies:

Strong understanding of power generation infrastructure (turbines, substations, BESS)*
Experience with site/civil design and hydrology tools (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS or similar)*
Familiar with permitting, environmental, and floodplain considerations
Ability to produce efficient, constructible designs
Comfortable working in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments

Why This Role Stands Out:

Work directly on gas turbine projects (not just site work)
Exposure to data center power demand, renewables, and BESS
High-impact role supporting OEM + EPC collaboration
Strong earning potential with OT + per diem*
High-visibility work that goes straight to construction

Additional Info:

Travel as needed for site support

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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