Distribution Engineer: Design, Lead & Improve the Grid

Southern Company

Columbus (GA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Georgia Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, seeks a Distribution Engineering Representative, Distribution Engineer Associate, or Distribution Engineer for the Columbus Area Headquarters in Columbus, GA. The role involves engineering, design, construction coordination, project management, and customer support across the electric distribution system.

The candidate must balance safety, reliability, and customer service, with on-call storm restoration and possible relocation assistance.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited university.
  • Two-year accredited technical degree or four-year non-engineering degree acceptable for Rep level.
  • EUT Certification considered.
  • Equivalent utility experience may qualify for Rep level.

Responsibilities

  • Design and coordinate overhead and underground distribution facilities.
  • Prepare engineering designs, estimates, construction packages and work orders.
  • Manage assigned customer and company projects from initiation through completion.
  • Schedule work to meet committed customer service dates.
  • Support distribution planning and system improvement initiatives.
  • Investigate customer concerns including voltage issues and reliability concerns.

Skills

Engineering principles
Power systems
Construction coordination
Project management
Customer service
GIS experience
Design software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited)
Two-year technical degree or non-engineering degree
EUT Certificate

Tools

GIS tools
Engineering software

Job description

Georgia Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, seeks a Distribution Engineering Representative, Distribution Engineer Associate, or Distribution Engineer for the Columbus Area Headquarters in Columbus, GA. The role involves engineering, design, construction coordination, project management, and customer support across the electric distribution system.

The candidate must balance safety, reliability, and customer service, with on-call storm restoration and possible relocation assistance.

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