Engineer - Mechanical Design *multiple locations* (Alabama, Georgia, Coastal)

Southern Company • Gulfport, MS

117d • Remote

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing mechanical engineering design on environmental projects, new generation projects, and retrofit projects at generating plants for Southern Company Generation. This position routinely takes on the lead role for detailed design activities associated with large projects or multiple retrofit projects with an emphasis on safety, quality, scheduling, costs, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Engineering from an ABET accredited program is required.
• Experience in the design of mechanical systems for new construction and retrofitting power generation facilities or other similar heavy industrial facilities.
• Detailed knowledge of mechanical engineering design (preferably power plant mechanical system design).
• Ability to work proficiently either independently or as a team member.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, QA, federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in problem solving, analytical, and interpersonal communications skills.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree desired.
• PE preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of cost estimating and quantity takeoffs.
• Ability to assess risk at multiple levels and understand the impacts to all stakeholders.
• Exhibit and promote a positive, 'can do' attitude.
• Commitment as a team member to building and maintaining an Inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• 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) mechanical systems and facilities using CAD-based tools, based on Southern Company design standards.
• Perform individually, as a member of, or as the leader of a team in preparing and overseeing mechanical power system design including scope documents, schedules, budgets, P&IDs, piping isometrics, general arrangement drawings, and equipment or commodity specifications.
• Provide design oversight to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and standards, QA requirements, federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Provide oversight and technical direction managing other engineers, designers, and drafters.
• Effectively communicate with other groups and disciplines to ensure maximum effectiveness.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines, clients, suppliers, and contractors.
• Interact with manufacturers, vendors, and Southern Company personnel to resolve standards and material issues.
• Review and coordinate vendor design document reviews to ensure conformance to design requirements.
• Provide support to Discipline Leads, Construction Services, Field Services, Project Management, Startup and Site Personnel and assist with system checkout and startup when necessary.
• Perform site visits for projects, including pre-construction meetings, during construction and post-construction.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously, setting priorities, and using effective time management and organizational skills to achieve project team goals.
• Adapt to changing project requirements and customer needs.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits packages which includes: Medical and dental coverage
• Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
• Performance-sharing plan
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree