Southern Company

Protection & Control Field Service Engineer

LocationAugusta, GA
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


P&C Field Services Engineer


Job Summary

This posting is for Protection & Control Field Services Engineer positions based in the Nuclear Transmission Maintenance Area of Augusta. These positions will be filled as Non-Exempt positions in the Protection & Control Field Services Engineer family, with the pay and level commensurate with the qualifications, education, and experience of the successful candidate.

The successful candidates will be responsible for the Protection & Control (P&C) Field Services activities in their respective area. This includes testing, commissioning, and maintenance of protective relaying and substation equipment. The successful candidate will also be expected to learn and apply switching procedures and safety measures.


JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)


Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology
Professional Engineering License or Engineer-in-Training Certificate is a plus


Experience

P&C Field Services experience preferred
Related substation experience (P&C Applications, Design, Construction, Major Equipment, Project Management, etc.) preferred


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of 3-phase power systems, AC/DC Protection & Control Schemes, Fault Analysis
Familiar with test equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, communications instruments, and computerized relay test sets.
Candidate must possess ability to solve problems and make decisions while managing projects with multiple priorities
Ability to communicate across multiple work groups including customers, covered employees, and leadership
Familiar with computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office products (Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).


Other Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Successful candidates shall participate in callout rotation and be available to respond to outages or other abnormal conditions outside of their normal work schedule.
Overnight travel is sometimes required.
Safety sensitive position subject to relevant pre-employment screening(s) to determine fitness for duty.
Field position requiring the physical ability to operate manual switches and work in a substation environment.
Must live in/near or be willing to relocate within reasonable distance to the office location.
Must be able to pass the standard Southern Company background check, drug screen, and NERC Background check.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES


Job Responsibilities

Commissioning, testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting protective relaying, controls, and communication equipment associated with substation and transmission power lines.
Complete construction projects and substation routines as assigned, ensuring they are completed without service interruptions. This includes managing clearances effectively to meet quality, schedule, and budget targets.
Coordinating substation outages and commissioning activities with multiple internal and external stakeholders. Handle trouble calls as needed.
Develop and use safe and efficient work practices to prevent safety and operational incidents. Follow formal written requirements. Conduct job briefings to identify and mitigate safety and operational risks.
Develop and share technical expertise in 3-phase power, relaying, SCADA, and substation testing techniques with others through daily work.
Isolate hazards and damaged equipment during emergencies to safely and efficiently restore service


Behavioral Attributes

Model “Our Values”: Safety Excellence, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
Incorporate Human Performance tools into daily work practices
Support GPC’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals
Self-motivated to produce results without direct supervision
Customer focus
Desires hands-on field experience likes working outdoors
Questioning attitude
Active learner seeking to expand knowledge of GPC and Southern Company maintenance practices, guidelines, and procedures for substation and line major equipment and relays.

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: 12917


Job Category: Engineering


Job Schedule: Full time


Company: Georgia Power

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