Electrical Field Services Engineer/Analyst – Georgia

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Southern Company in Georgia seeks an electrical engineer to deliver technical services for fossil and hydroelectric generating facilities, including problem resolution, testing, design review, startup of new equipment, and emergency support.

The role supports multiple generation sites in the central region of Georgia with occasional overnight travel (~25%), relocation assistance possible for candidates outside the area, and a focus on safety and customer-focused service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Engineer) or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology (Analyst).
• Customer oriented work ethic.
• Broad general knowledge of power plant systems.
• Proficiency in excitation system calibration and problem resolution.
• Proficiency in low, medium, and high voltage switchgear concepts and designs.
• Proficiency in switchgear electrical control and applications.
• Working knowledge of protective relaying application and philosophy.
• Ability to communicate with plant employees at all working and management levels.
• Ability to manage time properly and handle multiple assignments simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Maintain technical proficiency in the above mentioned areas.
• Cultivate and maintain contacts and relationships within the plant.
• Establish a precedent for solving technical problems in a timely and cost effective manner.
• Be a role model both technically and in dealing with customers for other engineers.
• Maintain an awareness of the financial impact of Technical Services' support.
• Take an active role in the development of new employees.

Skills

Customer oriented

Power plant knowledge

Excitation calibration

HV/LV switchgear

Switchgear controls

Protective relaying

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Engineer) or Bachelor's in Engineering Technology (Analyst)

Job description

Job Summary

The purpose of this job is to provide technical services in the electrical discipline to fossil and hydroelectric generating facilities within the Southern Company. These services include but are not limited to problem resolution, routine testing, design review, checkout and startup of new equipment, technical consulting, and unplanned/emergency callouts (afterhours).

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS (LOCATION & TRAVEL)

• This position will support several generation sites in the central region of Georgia.
• Occasional overnight travel will be required – approximately 25%.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Engineer) ORBachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology (Analyst)
• Customer oriented work ethic
• Broad general knowledge of power plant systems
• Proficiency in excitation system calibration and problem resolution
• Proficiency in low, medium, and high voltage switchgear concepts and designs
• Proficiency in switchgear electrical control and applications
• Working knowledge of protective relaying application and philosophy
• Ability to communicate with plant employees at all working and management levels
• Ability to manage time properly and handle multiple assignments simultaneously

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain technical proficiency in the above mentioned areas
• Cultivate and maintain contacts and relationships within the plant
• Establish a precedent for solving technical problems in a timely and cost effective manner
• Be a role model both technically and in dealing with customers for other engineers
• Maintain an awareness of the financial impact of Technical Services' support
• Take an active role in the development of new employees

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrate Southern Company Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
• Safety focus and a strong personal safety record.

Additional Details

• Some relocation assistance is available if the selected candidate currently resides outside the area.

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.

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