Substation Protection & Control Field Engineer

AbilityLinks; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Power, a Georgia-based electric utility, seeks a Protection & Control Field Services Engineer/Technician for the Athens area. You will perform protective relaying tasks, oversee switching procedures, and ensure safe, reliable service of transmission systems.

Ideal candidates have a P&C background, engineering degree or PE license, and strong problem-solving abilities. Travel and after-hours support may be required as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or related technical degree or PE license.
• Experience in P&C field services and transmission ops.
• Substation experience in protection and control environments.

Responsibilities

• Commission, test, maintain, and troubleshoot protective relaying and controls.
• Coordinate outages and commissioning with stakeholders.
• Develop safe, efficient work practices and risk mitigation.
• Share expertise in 3-phase power, relaying, SCADA, and testing.
• Isolate hazards and restore service quickly during emergencies.
• Assist in project planning and execution with safety focus.

Skills

3-phase power systems

AC/DC Protection & Control

Fault Analysis

Project management

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Engineering Technology degree

Professional Engineering License

2-year electrical maintenance degree

Tools

Voltmeter

Ammeter

Ohmmeter

Relay test sets

Microsoft Office

Job description

Georgia Power, a Georgia-based electric utility, seeks a Protection & Control Field Services Engineer/Technician for the Athens area. You will perform protective relaying tasks, oversee switching procedures, and ensure safe, reliable service of transmission systems.

Ideal candidates have a P&C background, engineering degree or PE license, and strong problem-solving abilities. Travel and after-hours support may be required as part of the role.