Equipment Services Engineer [BHM or ATL]

Fayette Chamber of Commerce; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

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Job summary

Southern Company seeks an Equipment Services Engineer to support transformer assets across the footprint, with a focus on generation facilities. You will collaborate with plant personnel, project managers, and vendors to enhance reliability, procurement, sparing, and issue resolution.

The role involves field and office work, travel ~25%, and leadership in transformer-related initiatives within the fleet.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to apply safe work practices.
• Ability to build professional relationships with clients.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Strong presentation skills for technical audiences.
• Extensive problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and quality in transformer activities.
• Provide engineering support for transformer projects.
• Develop specifications for medium & large power transformers.
• Review vendor drawings and test reports for compliance.
• Witness factory inspections and acceptance testing.
• Support field and factory repairs with analysis and corrective actions.
• Lead condition-based maintenance and reliability actions.
• Conduct quarterly switchyard meetings on transformer issues.

Skills

Safety practices

Relationship building

Oral & written comms

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Professional Engineer license preferred

Job description

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Equipment Services Engineer [BHM or ATL]

Atlanta, GA

WORK LOCATION, SCHEDULE & TRAVEL

• This position is flexible to be located at either the Energy Center in Birmingham, AL or 160 Lake Mirror Road in Forest Park, GA (Metro Atlanta).
• Some relocation assistance may be available if the successful candidate does not already live within a reasonable commute distance.
• This position will require a mix of both field and office work. A moderate amount of travel will be required (approximately 25%). Travel to vendors’ locations for audits and witness testing is required.

JOB SUMMARY

This position will support the Equipment Services team by providing engineering support and technical expertise for transformer assets across the Southern Company footprint, with a primary focus on generation facilities. The successful candidate will work closely with plant personnel, project managers, system owners, supply chain management, and equipment vendors to support transformer reliability, maintenance, procurement, sparing strategy, and problem resolution initiatives.

Summary of Position Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety and quality are the top priorities in all transformer-related activities.
• Provide engineering support to site transformer engineers, system owners, and project managers for transformer projects.
• Develop and maintain technical specifications for medium & large power transformers.
• Review and approve vendor drawings, factory test reports, and documentation to ensure compliance with Southern Company standards.
• Manage and witness factory inspections and acceptance testing during manufacturing of new transformers.
• Provide technical support for field and factory repairs, including failure analysis, replacement planning, and corrective actions.
• Support condition-based maintenance programs and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Lead failure investigations and root cause analysis for transformer events.
• Conduct quarterly switchyard meetings with generation sites to address transformer issues and fleet initiatives.
• Serve as owner of the Generator Step-Up (GSU) Sparing Strategy for the generation fleet.
• Develop and maintain the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Transformer Sparing Strategy.
• Participate in Fleet Review Board switchyard activities and provide transformer expertise.
• Own and maintain the generation transformer spare parts list.
• Ensure proper storage levels and inventory management at Forest Park and Calera warehouses to support all generation sites (retail and non-retail).
• Serve as the Transformer SME supporting the Operations Monitoring & Diagnostics (M&D) Center.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Management (SCM) to ensure current and future transformer needs are aligned with project schedules and need dates.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution is required
• Professional Engineer License is preferred but not required

Experience:

• Experience with transformers is preferred
• Experience in generation switchyards is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proven ability in applying safe work practices
• Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external clients
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Presentation skills to effectively communicate technical knowledge to others
• Extensive problem-solving skills

Behavioral Attributes:

• Model Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
• Takes personal responsibility, demonstrates initiative, and is self-motivated
• Focuses on positive interactions and timely customer service
• Willing to accept challenging assignments
• Effective, team-oriented interpersonal and leadership skills

BENEFITS :

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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: 21461

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services

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