Engineer, Engineering Associate, Engineering Rep at Southern Company

Canton, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Distribution Engineering, Project Management, Power Systems, Switching Orders, Electrical System Operations, Customer Service, Overhead and Underground Construction, NESC Knowledge, MS Office, Technical Communication

Industry

Utilities

Description

Georgia Power Employer Description Job Description Engineer, Engineer Associate, or Engineer Representative - Distribution Engineering (Work location: Canton, GA) - 1 Vacancy Georgia Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, is currently seeking an Engineer, Engineering Associate or Engineering Representative for the Canton distribution team (one position). The positions listed below is to be filled as an Engineer, Engineering Associate or Engineering Representative depending on the skills, education and experience qualifications of the successful candidate.  Work Location: Engineer, Engineer Associate or Engineering Rep is to be assigned to projects supporting the Canton headquarters.   Candidate must currently live within a reasonable, daily commuting distance to the selected area OR be willing to immediately relocate to be within commuting distance. Relocation assistance may be available if needed. JOB SUMMARY This position will be required to engineering work activities supporting the headquarters. Responsibilities include design, estimating, and coordinating construction for multiple overhead and underground construction projects. Candidate must provide superior customer service and Project Management skills and be able to prepare and schedule construction of jobs to meet committed service dates. Candidate will write and execute switching orders to effectively maintain, operate, and assist in the distribution planning of the system for reliability. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for processing all documentation in accordance with Compliance requirements. Candidate will also participate in the on-call trouble supervision rotation and must be available after business hours for local, out-of-town, and out-of-state trouble and storm restoration. JOB QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience for an Engineer, Engineer Associate, or Engineer Representative - position: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (From ABET Accredited School) OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology OR Bachelor's Degree in Math or Science OR Professional Engineer's License (PE) in lieu of the above bachelor's degree Previous Distribution Engineering Experience is a plus Distribution and or related Engineering experience with a power utility company is a plus Education and Experience for an Engineer Representative position: A two-year technical degree, OR four-year degree in a non-technical field, OR EUT Certificate with two years of utility experience is preferred but not required. Previous Distribution Engineering Experience is a plus Distribution and or related Engineering experience with a power utility company is a plus Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: • Proficient with MS office products and other related engineering Software systems highly desired. • Strong Technical Engineering Skills and understanding of Power Systems are highly desired • Candidate should possess knowledge of general engineering and construction principles. • Knowledge of electrical system operations, distribution systems, underground and overhead construction practices. • Prior experience in writing and executing switching orders preferred. • Working knowledge of ARMS, JETS, GIS, Socket, DistView, TCMS Web, NJUNS is preferred • Knowledge of the Distribution Bulletins, Engineering Handbook/Specifications, Distribution Operating Procedures, ARC Flash Requirements, Metering Blue Book, Consistency Manual and the Financial and Business goals preferred • Ability to prioritize and organize work to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines. • Excellent project management skills that lead to desired results. • Ability to work with customers and others as a team-member. • Must be able to effectively communicate and build positive relationships with customers (governing authority representatives), engineers, corporate partners and line crew personnel. • Effective oral and written communication skills. • Effective project management skills • Good Attitude and Ability to provide excellent customer service both internally and externally • Working knowledge of NESC. • Must have valid driver’s license. Other Requirements • Must have a safe work record and successfully follow safe work practices & policies for a Safety Excellence environment. • Must demonstrate the "Our Values" behaviors: defined as Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment. • Pursue high standards for safety and customer service. • Self-motivated and directed. • Take personal responsibility for distribution projects and challenges. Follow through on all aspects of assignments to ensure quality completion. • Must be able to build positive relationships and work well with diverse groups, tailoring communication methods appropriately for customers, covered employees, supervision, and management. • Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of Georgia Power and Southern Company distribution construction practices, guidelines, and procedures. This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle. The following will be required if you are selected for this position: •Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver’s license). •Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application. •Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record 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 [https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/southern-company-first-quarter-earnings-to-be-released-may-1-302406019.html#financial-modal]) 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 [https://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 [https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fseo.nlx.org%2Fsouthernco%2Fpdf%2FSOCO-Benefits.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Csipricke%40southernco.COM%7C235679ee89374ff2a68f08dd1485ddd6%7Cc0a02e2d1186410a88950a4a252ebf17%7C0%7C0%7C638689287367618503%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pS%2FbwHQsZU6%2BJWmcyrcb0OIy7tbDDbozXe9o11R7Hqg%3D&reserved=0]. 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. Georgia Power

Responsibilities

Responsible for the design, estimating, and coordination of overhead and underground distribution construction projects. The role involves writing switching orders to maintain system reliability and participating in on-call trouble supervision for storm restoration.