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Electrical Field Services Engineer – Georgia (Plant McIntosh)

Southern Company

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GA, GA
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Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Electrical Field Services Engineer provides technical services in the electrical discipline to Southern Company fossil, gas, and renewable generating facilities. Based at Plant McIntosh in Rincon, Georgia, the role supports multiple coastal Georgia generation sites through problem resolution, testing, design review, equipment checkout and startup, technical consulting, and emergency callouts. Occasional overnight travel of approximately 25% is required.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Power Plant SystemsExcitation System CalibrationProblem ResolutionSwitchgear Concepts and DesignsSwitchgear Electrical ControlSwitchgear ApplicationsProtective RelayingCommunicationTime ManagementMultitaskingCustomer Orientation

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Full job description

Electrical Field Services Engineer – Georgia

Technical Shared Services (TSS) - Electrical Systems & Field Support

This position will be located at Plant McIntosh in Rincon, GA

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this job is to provide technical services in the electrical discipline to fossil, gas and renewable 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 be based at Plant McIntosh and will support multiple generation sites in coastal Georgia.

  • Occasional overnight travel will be required – approximately 25%.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.

Experience:

  • 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.

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 may be available if the selected candidate currently resides outside the area.

BENEFITS

To review a list of our benefits and employee perks, please review our Total Rewards.

Please submit an updated resume with your application

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: 21952

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services

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