Senior Transmission Line Design Engineer – Special Projects

Southern Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; Full time

Job description

Engineer, Special Projects – Transmission Line Design

PLEASE NOTE This posting serves to fill multiple Engineer positions on our Transmission Line Design East team.

OVERVIEW

Southern Company has been named to FORTUNE's list of the World's Most Admired Companies for 2026, earning the No. 1 spot in the electric and gas utilities industry. The company was recognized for its financial soundness, long-term investment value and commitment to the communities it serves.

If you're passionate about being at the forefront of innovation in the electric utility industry, this is the perfect moment to join us! With an accelerated growth in power demands and AI technologies reshaping our field, our teams are designing dependable transmission and distribution protection systems to maintain the highest level of reliability our customers expect. We're embracing the latest advancements in protective relaying systems, setting the stage for a new era of the electric grid. If you’re excited about helping build tomorrow’s energy infrastructure, we invite you to explore this opportunity and become part of our dynamic team!

POSITION SUMMARY

The position is responsible for supporting special project PMs who are responsible for managing high-priority, non-routine, or technically complex assignments. These projects will include accelerated, highly visible 500kV, 230kV, and 115kV projects.

The position responsibilities include engineering expertise, project management, and innovation to improve processes and execute unique Transmission projects in full compliance with all relevant corporate policies and all environmental, safety and regulatory requirements.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• BS degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil), Engineering Technology, or relevant technical degree OR significant experience in transmission line design is required
• A Professional Engineering license is preferred.

Experience:

• Experience working in or in support of transmission line design is required
• Thorough knowledge of transmission line design practices including the use of PLS CADD is required
• Experience in managing and scheduling large complex engineering projects is strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of transmission line materials, construction, maintenance, safety practices and operating procedures is highly desired.
• A working knowledge of various computer systems (LDS, TLDS, STOMP, TEAMS, etc.) and software (Word, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Enterprise Foundations and other accounting systems, Power Plant, Maximo, etc.) is required.
• A working knowledge of the gated process.
• Experience managing successful relationships and partnerships across business units
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills, as well as planning and problem-solving skills
• Effectively communicate complex ideas and concepts
• Flexible to changing business demands and priorities

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Project Managers with design projects with atypical scope or complexity, such as projects involving new technologies, significant stakeholder involvement, or challenging environmental factors. Examples: C7 Conductor Projects, 500kV Design, 115kV/230kV Underground Transmission Projects (In collaboration with the standards team).
• Coordinate with internal departments (e.g., environmental, permitting, construction, procurement) and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
• Identify potential technical, environmental, or regulatory risks unique to special projects and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Track timelines and budgets, ensuring project completion within agreed-upon constraints.
• Provide advanced engineering support to critical, high-visibility projects that demand specialized knowledge or unique problem-solving approaches.
• Evaluate, select, and implement new design tools, software, or methodologies that enhance the design team’s capabilities.
• Communicate project progress, technical details, and solutions to stakeholders, both internal and external. Act as subject matter experts when interacting with stakeholders like environmental specialists, civil engineers, or financial analysts. Participate in court proceedings and public information meetings.
• Collect and analyze project performance data, including costs, time, and efficiency metrics, to refine future designs.

BENEFITS

To review our benefit offerings, please review this link: https://www.southerncompany.com/content/dam/southerncompany/sustainability/pdfs/total-rewards-benefits-overview.pdf

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Relocation assistance may be available (upon Manager approval)

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.