Engineering Associate (Civil) II, III or Sr. (In Ofc 4 Days/Wk)

Southern Company • Atlanta, GA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for various civil engineering, project management, and construction
support activities associated with Georgia Power Transmission infrastructure
projects. Performs or manages civil sitework design for electric substation and
transmission line projects, typically including components of grading and
drainage, stormwater management, erosion control, etc. Provides project
leadership and subject matter expertise for civil site development projects for
various clients within Georgia Power.

The position will be filled at Engineering Associate II, Engineering Associate
III, or Engineering Associate Sr. based on work experience, skills, education,
and professional certifications.

The position is located at the Georgia Power Corporate Headquarters in Atlanta,
GA with an in-office requirement four days a week (Monday through Thursday).
Remote working on Friday is an option, provided the individual has reliable
internet access.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a closely related field from ABET accredited university. A BS in Civil Engineering is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of the Georgia Erosion and Sedimentation Control Act, NPDES construction stormwater permit requirements, the Georgia Stormwater Management Manual and Manual for Erosion and Sediment Control in Georgia, and other regulations related to site development and land disturbance activities.
• Ability to interpret and utilize data (boundary and topographical surveys, environmental surveys and delineations, geotechnical studies, etc.) for civil site design activities.
• Working knowledge of land surveying, land records, and land acquisition related to site development projects.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects at once.
• Strong interpersonal, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) tools.
• Ability and willingness to hold oneself, peers, and external partners accountable to schedule and quality expectations.
• Ability to travel statewide and perform outdoor walkdowns and inspections of construction projects.
• Valid driver’s license is required
• Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver’s license).
• Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application.
• Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record
• 2 years of progressive engineering experience in design, project management, project engineering, or construction management of civil site development projects.
• 4 years of progressive engineering experience in design, project management, project engineering, or construction management of civil site development projects.
• 7 years of progressive engineering experience in design, project management, project engineering, or construction management of civil site development projects.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification is preferred.
• Design experience in the areas of grading and drainage, storm water management, and erosion/sediment control is strongly preferred.
• A Professional Engineers license (PE) in the State of Georgia, or the ability to obtain one within 12 months of hire, is preferred.
• GSWCC Level II Design Professional Certification, or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, is required.
• A Professional Engineers license (PE) in the State of Georgia, or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, is strongly preferred.
• Design experience as engineer of record on civil site development projects is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce civil sitework design packages for the construction of electric substations, transmission lines, corporate facilities, and other projects across the Georgia Power system. These design packages typically include grading and drainage, stormwater, erosion and sediment control, etc.
• Manage the production of civil sitework design packages and other civil engineering services being produced by contract engineering consultants for Georgia Power. Provide oversight and direction, coordinate with the project team, and conduct quality control reviews on deliverables.
• Participate in the site selection/evaluation of new facilities by studying and providing professional opinion to the project team. Conduct due diligence on selected sites during land acquisition.
• Provide general civil engineering support to various internal Georgia Power customers. This may include activities such as diagnosing and solving stormwater/drainage issues at company sites, meeting with external parties to discuss and resolve civil/site related issues.
• Utilize CAD tools, specifically Civil 3D, to perform design and provide civil sitework support mentioned above.
• Perform quality control and quality assurance of design deliverables produced both internally and by contract engineering consultants.
• Conduct site visits for projects statewide for site evaluation, design meetings, construction meetings, construction quality assurance, resolution of construction challenges, etc.
• Evaluate and provide input on scopes, schedules, and budgets for civil activities. Manage and regularly communicate on all assigned, scheduled civil activities. Establish and hold scheduling expectations.
• Regularly coordinate with Land Engineering colleagues, other engineering disciplines, project management, and construction partners. Build and maintain relationships with internal customers and peers.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of procedures, standards, and guidelines associates with civil/site development at Georgia Power.
• Provide technical direction to project team members. Participate in the development of teammates and other staff.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level