Electrical Field Services Engineer/Analyst – Georgia
Southern CompanyAbout the role
JOB SUMMARY
The purpose of this job is to provide technical services in the electrical discipline to fossil and hydroelectric generating facilities within the Southern Company. These services include but are not limited to problem resolution, routine testing, design review, checkout and startup of new equipment, technical consulting, and unplanned/emergency callouts (afterhours).
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS (LOCATION & TRAVEL)
- This position will support several generation sites in the central region of Georgia.
- Occasional overnight travel will be required – approximately 25%.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Engineer) OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology (Analyst)
- Customer oriented work ethic
- Broad general knowledge of power plant systems
- Proficiency in excitation system calibration and problem resolution
- Proficiency in low, medium, and high voltage switchgear concepts and designs
- Proficiency in switchgear electrical control and applications
- Working knowledge of protective relaying application and philosophy
- Ability to communicate with plant employees at all working and management levels
- Ability to manage time properly and handle multiple assignments simultaneously
Experience:
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain technical proficiency in the above mentioned areas
- Cultivate and maintain contacts and relationships within the plant
- Establish a precedent for solving technical problems in a timely and cost effective manner
- Be a role model both technically and in dealing with customers for other engineers
- Maintain an awareness of the financial impact of Technical Services' support
- Take an active role in the development of new employees
BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
- Demonstrate Southern Company Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
- Safety focus and a strong personal safety record.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Some relocation assistance is available if the selected candidate currently resides outside the area.
For a list of our competitive benefits, please review 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 retire
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