Designer/Engineer – Substation Engineering Contractor Oversight

Southern Company; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Excellent benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Southern Company is seeking a Substation Contractor Oversight Designer/Engineer in the Forest Park area of Georgia to oversee substation control design work performed by external firms. The role emphasizes protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts with QA oversight.

Responsibilities include coordinating with design teams and other departments, mentoring contractors, and providing feedback on performance.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Bachelor’s in Engineering Technology required.
• Associate degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience required.
• No degree with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and technical guidance on substation control design to external firms.
• Perform QA reviews of substation control design packages.
• Coordinate with other departments involved in Substation Design.
• Interact with manufacturers, vendors, and Southern Company SMEs to resolve issues.
• Support Substation Construction, Field Services, Project Management, and Substation Maintenance.
• Conduct site visits for pre-engineering, pre-construction, during construction and post-construction phases.
• Participate in substation design review meetings.
• Support design criteria and standardization efforts.
• Travel overnight as required.

Skills

Substation control design

Quality assurance

Project coordination

AutoCAD Electrical

Microsoft Office

Field travel

Education

ABET Accredited Engineering

Engineering Technology Bachelor’s

Associate degree + 5 years

No degree + 8 years

Tools

TEAMS

STOMP

MAXIMO

SCST Vault

Job description

Substation Contractor Oversight Designers / Engineers are responsible for oversight of engineering, design, and coordination of substation projects completed by outside design engineering firms. This position is focused on substation control design, including protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts. Responsibilities include conducting quality assurance reviews of completed control design packages and providing ongoing guidance and performance feedback to engineering firms.

Major Job Responsibilities Include

• Make SAFETY our number one priority using a “Safety First” mentality and leading by example.
• Provide oversight and technical assistance/expertise on substation control design, standards, and tools to external engineering firms.
• Perform quality assurance reviews of substation control design packages, assist in scheduling resources, and provide developmental feedback to engineering firms.
• Coordinate and communicate with other departments associated with Substation Design.
• Interact with manufacturers, vendors, and Southern Company subject matter experts to resolve equipment and material issues.
• Provide support to Substation Construction, Field Services, Project Management, and Substation Maintenance.
• Perform site visits for projects including pre-engineering / pre-construction meetings, during construction, and post-construction as required to provide expertise on projects and to evaluate and provide feedback on contractor performance. Some overnight travel will be required.
• Participate in substation design review meetings.
• Support Southern Company’s design criteria and standardization effort.
• Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, setting priorities, and using effective time management and organizational skills to achieve project team goals.
• Provide assistance as part of a storm restoration team after major storm events in the Southern Company service territory.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (ABET Accredited) (Engineer)
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology (Designer)
• Associate Degree with minimum 5 years relevant experience (Designer)
• No Degree with minimum 8 years relevant experience (Designer)

Experience

• Substation control design or field experience is strongly preferred (e.g., protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts).
• Control design experience in other industrial or commercial settings (e.g., instrumentation and controls, plant or facility electrical controls) will also be considered if accompanied by overseeing engineering or design contractors.
• Experience in Protection & Control Design, Field Services, or Switchboard Panel QA is preferred.
• Experience providing Quality Assurance reviews on control design packages is a plus.
• Experience mentoring and providing performance feedback is a plus.
• Experience using AutoCAD Electrical is preferred.
• Experience in Transmission and/or Distribution Substation Operations for an electric power utility company is preferred.
• Project Management experience is a plus.
• Experience working with document management & estimating systems such as TEAMS, STOMP, MAXIMO, SCST Vault is a plus.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral & written) and the ability to communicate technical issues simply.
• Must be a self-starter and exhibit strong problem-solving skills.
• Must work well in a team environment and have the ability to develop and build relationships at all levels.
• Must possess effective time management and organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple projects with various priorities and competing deadlines.
• Must demonstrate a customer focus with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers and solicit feedback.
• Ability to be an effective mentor to others and teach job-related skills.
• Good understanding of utility electric grid operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical power system theory and protection and control principles is required.
• Ability to read and interpret substation control schematics and wiring diagrams is required.

WORK LOCATION

• This position will be located at the Forest Park General Services Headquarters in Atlanta, GA
• This position will require a mix of both field and office work.
• Field work can include site visits to various work locations and may require overnight travel.
• Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commuting distance.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Model Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
• Conduct all activities with a focus on providing value to our customers.
• Take personal responsibility for their projects and customer issues.
• Follow through on all aspects of assignments to ensure a quality product and increased value is delivered to our customers.
• Exhibit and promote a positive, "can do" attitude.
• Commitment as a team member to building and maintaining an Inclusive work environment.
• Must place strong emphasis on Operational Excellence.
• Must understand and practice Human Performance Concepts.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits package which includes:
• Medical and dental coverage
• Defined benefit/cash balance pension plan
• Performance-sharing plan
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement

Please submit an updated resume with your application

About Southern Company

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: 22519

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services