Distribution Planning Engineer III/Senior Engineer

Job Title: Distribution Planning Engineer III/Senior Engineer

Work Location(s): Athens, GA, Valdosta/Tifton, GA, Metro Atlanta, GA.

Note: This position will be required to report a Georgia Power Company office four days per week (M-Thur). It is not a requirement to live in either the Valdosta/Tifton or Athens areas to successfully do this job.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking engineer to join our team as a Distribution Planning Engineer supporting the Athens, GA or Valdosta, GA distribution areas.

In this role, you will conduct and evaluate planning studies that are essential to meeting our customers' needs while driving innovation and efficiency in our grid.

Key Responsibilities Develop medium (2-5 year) and long (5+ year) range distribution plans

Conduct comprehensive feeder analysis studies using CYME to ensure optimal capacity and voltage levels.

Collaborate with departments such as Distribution Engineering, Area Planning, Reliability and Customer Choice to present innovative solutions to all levels of management as appropriate.

Oversee capital projects, including feeder additions and reconductors, within a designated distribution area.

Evaluate large load projects to assess their impact on the distribution system.

Support special projects aimed at enhancing Grid Investment and DER integration.

Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline is required. Electrical Engineering or Electric Power Systems is preferred, but other relevant fields will be considered with appropriate experience.

Experience 5+ years of engineering experience in planning, design, maintenance, or operation of distribution/transmission systems is required.

Skills And Abilities

Proficiency in computer programming, with knowledge of Python, Power BI, Visual Basic, and Microsoft Office applications, is advantageous.

Working knowledge of power flow analysis software and distribution or transmission planning analysis (e.g., CYME, Synergi, PSSE) is essential.

Familiarity with emerging technologies such as photovoltaic solar, electric vehicles, and battery storage is a plus.

Demonstrated interpersonal, analytical, communication, teamwork, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Strong technical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Proven track record of building relationships with cross-functional teams and maintaining a customer-centric focus.

Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings and preparing detailed reports.

Georgia Power

is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

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.

Job Identification: 12514

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power