Distribution Engineer, Distribution Engineering Rep.

Southern Company•Gainesville, GA

About The Position

This position will be required to handle all day-to-day engineering work activities in an assigned area. This job can be located in Gainesville, Clayton or Cornelia, Ga. Responsibilities include service design, estimating, and coordinating construction for multiple overhead and underground residential, new business and other construction projects. Candidate must provide superior customer service and be able to prepare and schedule construction of jobs to meet committed service dates. Candidate will write and execute switching orders to effectively maintain, operate, and assist in the distribution planning of the system for reliability. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for processing all documentation in accordance with Compliance requirements. Other duties will include handling customer inquiries (voltage complaints, claims, etc.) and assisting with Distribution compliance and asset management programs. Candidate will also participate in the on-call trouble supervision rotation and must be available after business hours for local, out-of-town, and out-of-state trouble and storm restoration. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience for an Engineer or Engineering Associate position: - Required - Bachelor’s degree in engineering OR - Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology OR - Bachelor's Degree in Math or Science OR - 2-year accredited Technical Degree - Professional Engineer's License (PE) in lieu of the above bachelor's degree - Previous Distribution Engineering Experience is a plus - Distribution and or related Engineering experience with a power utility company is a plus Education and Experience for an Engineering Representative Position: - Preferred not Required - Bachelor’s degree in engineering OR - Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology OR - Bachelor's Degree in Math or Science OR - 2-year accredited Technical Degree - Professional Engineer's License (PE) in lieu of the above bachelor's degree - Previous Distribution Engineering Experience is a plus - Distribution and or related Engineering experience with a power utility company is a plus

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering OR Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology OR Bachelor's Degree in Math or Science OR 2-year accredited Technical Degree
Professional Engineer's License (PE) in lieu of the above bachelor's degree
Proficient with MS office products and other related engineering Software systems highly desired.
Strong Technical Engineering Skills and understanding of Power Systems are highly desired
Candidate should possess knowledge of general engineering and construction principles.
Knowledge of electrical system operations, distribution systems, underground and overhead construction practices.
Prior experience in writing and executing switching orders preferred.
Working knowledge of NESC.
Must have valid driver’s license.
Must have a safe work record and successfully follow safe work practices & policies for a Safety Excellence environment.
Must demonstrate the "Our Values" behaviors: defined as Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment.
Pursue high standards for safety and customer service.
Self-motivated and directed.
Take personal responsibility for distribution projects and problems. Follow through on all aspects of assignments to ensure quality completion.
Must be able to build positive relationships and work well with diverse groups, tailoring communication methods appropriately for customers, covered employees, supervision, and management.
Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of Georgia Power and Southern Company distribution construction practices, guidelines, and procedures.
Hold a valid driver’s license with at least one year of verifiable driving experience.
Have no revoked driving privileges within the past 36 months.
Have no major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the past 12 months and no pending major violations at the time of application.
Consent to continuous monitoring of their Motor Vehicle Record.

Nice To Haves

Previous Distribution Engineering Experience is a plus
Distribution and or related Engineering experience with a power utility company is a plus
Working knowledge of ARMS, JETS/JETS Scheduling, Designer/GIS, CSS, Socket, DistView, TCMS Web, NJUNS, EDEN, and DisIntel preferred
Knowledge of the Franchise Manual, Distribution Bulletins, Engineering Handbook/Specifications, Distribution Operating Procedures, ARC Flash Requirements, Metering Blue Book, Consistency Manual and the Financial and Business goals preferred
Ability to prioritize and organize work to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.
Excellent project management skills that lead to desired results.
Ability to work with customers and others as a team member.
Must be able to effectively communicate and build positive relationships with customers, engineers, customer service, sales, corporate partners and line crew personnel.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Good Attitude and Ability to provide excellent customer service both internally and externally

Responsibilities

Service design
Estimating
Coordinating construction for multiple overhead and underground residential, new business and other construction projects
Prepare and schedule construction of jobs to meet committed service dates
Write and execute switching orders to effectively maintain, operate, and assist in the distribution planning of the system for reliability
Processing all documentation in accordance with Compliance requirements
Handling customer inquiries (voltage complaints, claims, etc.)
Assisting with Distribution compliance and asset management programs
Participate in the on-call trouble supervision rotation
Available after business hours for local, out-of-town, and out-of-state trouble and storm restoration