Protection & Control Field Engineer – Transmission

AbilityLinks; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Company is seeking a Protection & Control Field Services Engineer/Technician for the Metro East Transmission Maintenance Center. The role covers P&C field services, project planning, and outage response with safety as a priority.

Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience and be prepared to work in a hybrid environment with potential travel. Strong communication across teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or BS in Engineering Technology or PE license or 2-year technical degree in electrical maintenance or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting protective relaying, controls, and communication equipment for substations and transmission lines.
• Complete assigned tasks without service interruptions; isolate equipment and manage clearances to meet quality, schedule, and budget targets.
• Coordinate activities with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as first responder to investigate power interruptions and equipment alarms.
• Develop and apply safe and efficient work practices; conduct job briefings to identify risks.
• Isolate hazards and damaged equipment during emergencies to restore service safely.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

BS Degree in Engineering Technology

Professional Engineering License

2-year technical degree in electrical maintenance

Equivalent applicable experience

Job description

Southern Company is seeking a Protection & Control Field Services Engineer/Technician for the Metro East Transmission Maintenance Center. The role covers P&C field services, project planning, and outage response with safety as a priority.

Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience and be prepared to work in a hybrid environment with potential travel. Strong communication across teams is essential.