I&C Specialist/Engineer

Plant Gaston This position will be filled as either a I&C Specialist or an Engineer.

This position is responsible for providing technical direction for the design of control systems, program configurations, installation of systems, and troubleshooting system problems on distributed/process control systems. The incumbent will be responsible for providing ongoing inspection and evaluation of control systems and for determining the appropriate direction on design and performance improvements, upgrades, and other modifications to plant instrumentation and control systems. The incumbent will work closely with the Operations Department to identify and correct shortcomings in the plant control systems. They are to be the expert on issues surrounding control systems and will represent the plant on various internal and external teams such as applicable controls user groups and at various internal and external meetings such as I&C Technical Forums.

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)

- Four-year degree, two-year technical certification, and/or an associate degree in electronics preferred or equivalent experience required.

- An ABET accredited degree is required for Engineer candidates.

- Experience with electronics, instrumentation, program configuration, and plant electrical maintenance is preferred.

- Experience with Distributed Control System (DCS), Turbine Control System (TCS), or Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) is required.

- Ability to understand plant systems and boiler controls required.

- Possession of strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions with limited information required.

- Must demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain good relationships with customers and support personnel.

- Must exhibit strong leadership skills and be willing to challenge the status quo.

- Must be willing and available for call-out responsibilities on a rotating weekly basis to include holidays and weekends as needed.

Job Responsibilities

- Provide technical direction for the maintenance, preventive maintenance, and tuning activities necessary to ensure that the control systems function properly.

- Lead the design and installation of new equipment and the retrofit of existing equipment related to the control system. Work with other maintenance departments to troubleshoot plant instrumentation and field equipment as needed.

- Communicate daily with the Operations Department to determine the status of the generating units and to mitigate any control system problems.

- Respond to after-hour, off-day, and holiday callouts for customer/plant support, where one I&C team member is responsible for providing on-call support on a rotating weekly schedule throughout the year (24 hours/day, 365 days/year).

- Stay abreast of the state-of-the-art technology, electrical equipment innovations, unit operations, and maintenance procedures. Direct modifications, specifications, installations, and configuration of control systems as required.

- Provide feedback to management regarding problems associated with plant and system controls. Conduct investigations to determine causes of trips and similar events and, when appropriate, develops measures to avoid reoccurrence.

Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama.

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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: 14381

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Alabama Power