Protection & Control Field Services Engineer – Hybrid

Georgia Power Company; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Power Company in the Atlanta region seeks a Protection & Control Field Services Engineer, Engineering Associate, or Technician for the Metro East Transmission Maintenance Center. The position is non-exempt, with pay and level commensurate to qualifications and experience, and focuses on field services across the Northern Transmission Maintenance Area.

You will commission, test, maintain, and troubleshoot protective relays and related controls and communications equipment, coordinate

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• Engineering license or practical electrical maintenance background considered
• Relevant field services experience preferred
• Open to multiple roles (Engineer, Engineering Associate, Technician) with compensation aligned to qualifications

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting protective relaying, controls, and communication equipment.
• Complete tasks without service interruptions and manage clearances to meet safety, quality, and schedule targets.
• Coordinate activities with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as first responder to investigate power interruptions and equipment alarms.
• Develop and implement safe work practices and conduct job briefings to mitigate risks.
• Isolate hazards and damaged equipment during emergencies to restore service safely.

Skills

P&C field services

Power system protection knowledge

Communication skills

Abnormal condition response

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Engineering technology degree

Professional Engineering license

2-year technical degree in electrical maintenance

Equivalent experience

Tools

Voltmeters

Ammeters

Ohmmeters

Communications instruments

Relay test sets

Job description

Georgia Power Company in the Atlanta region seeks a Protection & Control Field Services Engineer, Engineering Associate, or Technician for the Metro East Transmission Maintenance Center. The position is non-exempt, with pay and level commensurate to qualifications and experience, and focuses on field services across the Northern Transmission Maintenance Area.

You will commission, test, maintain, and troubleshoot protective relays and related controls and communications equipment, coordinate