Substation Physical Designer/Engineer (Substation Engineering) [ATL]

Mississippi Power Co; Forest Park, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Company is seeking Designers/Engineers in Forest Park, GA to design electrical transmission and distribution substations. The role emphasizes safety, quality, schedule, and cost, with travel (~25%) and relocation assistance if needed.

Responsibilities include producing CAD-based design packages, substation layouts, and coordinating across disciplines. Qualified candidates will have engineering education or equivalent experience, familiarity with industry standards, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering (Engineer).
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology (Designer).
• Associate Degree with minimum 5 years relevant industry experience (Designer).
• No Degree with minimum 8 years relevant industry experience (Designer).
• Strong understanding of electrical substation equipment preferred.
• Experience with CAD-based design of substations preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality design packages needed to construct electrical substations using CAD-based tools.
• Design physical aspects of substations (Foundation Layouts, Grounding Layouts, Conduit Layouts, etc.).
• Coordinate with other design disciplines and communicate with vendors/manufacturers.
• Transmit drawing packages into SCST Vault per procedures.
• Perform site visits, some overnight travel, and support storm restoration efforts.
• Handle multiple tasks with prioritization and time management.

Skills

CAD tools

Substation design knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering (Engineer)

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology (Designer)

Associate Degree with 5+ years relevant experience (Designer)

No Degree with 8+ years relevant experience (Designer)

Tools

SDS Inventor

AutoCAD

SCST Vault

TEAMS

MAXIMO

STOMP

Job description

This posting will serve to fill up to 5 Designer/Engineer positions within the Substation Physical Design department and be located in Forest Park, GA outside of metro-Atlanta, GA.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for the design of Electrical Transmission and Distribution Substations. The Designer/Engineer will produce engineering drawings, specifications, and material requirements for substation projects with emphasis on safety, quality, scheduling, and costs. This position will require some travel (approximately 25%). Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commute distance.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Make SAFETY our number one priority using a “Safety First” mentality and leading by example.

• Prepare high-quality design packages needed to construct (new or modify existing) electrical substations using CAD-based tools, adhering to Southern Company design standards.

• Design the physical aspects of electrical substations, including but not limited to, Foundation Layouts, Grounding Layouts, Conduit Layouts, Control House Layouts, Section Drawings, Electrical Bus Design, etc.

• Specify, order, and provide approval drawings for non-stock materials, as well as inventorying stock materials and shop fabricated materials for electrical substation design packages.

• Transmit drawing packages and supporting specifications into SCST Vault using the Physical Substation Transmittal Packages Manual.

• Coordinate and communicate with other design disciplines associated with the Substation Physical Design project.

• Interact with manufacturers, vendors, and Southern Company committee members to resolve equipment and material issues.

• Provide support to Georgia Power Company Substation Construction, Field Services, Project Management, and Substation Maintenance.

• Perform site visits for projects, including pre-construction meetings, during construction, and post-construction. Some overnight travel will be required.

• Participate in substation design review meetings.

• Support Southern Company’s design criteria and standardization effort.

• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, use effective time management, and organizational skills to achieve project team goals.

• Serve as part of a storm restoration team when requested after storm events, predominately, but not limited to the Southern Company service territory.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering (Engineer)

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology (Designer)

• Associate Degree with minimum 5 years relevant industry experience (Designer)

• No Degree with minimum 8 years relevant industry experience (Designer)

Experience:

• Strong understanding of electrical substation equipment is preferred.

• Ability to create Substation Physical Design drawings from a single line diagram is preferred.

• Strong understanding of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Standards, National Electric Safety Code, National Electric Code, and OSHA safe operating practices is preferred.

• AutoCAD training, experience, or certification is preferred.

• Experience using 3D modeling software (SDS Inventor) is preferred.

• Experience in Transmission &/or Distribution Substation Operations for an electric power utility company is preferred.

• Experience in the field of Substation Engineering, Field Services, Switchboard Wiring, Power Delivery, Substation Maintenance, or Substation Construction is preferred.

• Experience working with document management & estimating systems such as Transmission Estimating and Management System (TEAMS), STOMP, MAXIMO, SCST Vault is preferred.

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral & written) and the ability to communicate technical issues simply.

• Must be a self-starter and exhibit strong problem-solving skills.

• Must work well in a team environment and have the ability to develop and build relationships at all levels.

• Must possess effective time management and organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple projects with various priorities and competing deadlines.

• Must demonstrate a customer focus with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers and solicit feedback.

• Ability to be an effective mentor to others and teach job-related skills.

• Good understanding of utility electric grid operations is preferred.

• Knowledge of basic electrical power system theory is preferred.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Must consistently demonstrate the behavior of Our Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.

• Conduct all activities with a focus on providing value to our customers.

• Take personal responsibility for their projects and customer issues.

• Follow through on all aspects of assignments to ensure a quality product and increased value is delivered to our customers.

• Exhibit and promote a positive, "can do" attitude.

• Commitment as a team member to build and maintain an inclusive work environment.

• Must place strong emphasis on Operational Excellence (mistake-free designs).

• Must understand and practice Human Performance Concepts.

For a list of our competitive benefit offerings, please visit this link .

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: 21242

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services