Protection & Control Field Services Engineer/Technician

Southern Company • Macon, GA

89d

About The Position

This posting is for Protection & Control Field Services Engineer or Technician position based in the Macon Transmission Maintenance Center. This position will be filled as Non-Exempt positions in the Protection & Control Field Services Engineer family, with the pay and level commensurate with the qualifications, education, and experience of the successful candidate. The successful candidate will be responsible for the Protection & Control (P&C) Field Services activities in their respective area. Safety and Quality are paramount in this position. The successful candidate will be expected to learn and apply switching procedures and safety measures. The candidate will be expected to plan and complete projects safely, efficiently, on schedule, and without service interruptions.

Requirements

• 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or 4-year BS Degree in Engineering Technology, or Professional Engineering License, or 2-year technical degree in electrical maintenance, or Equivalent applicable experience.
• P&C Field Services experience.
• Electric power utility transmission construction, maintenance, or operations experience.
• Related substation experience (P&C Applications, Design, Construction, Major Equipment, Project Management, etc.).
• Knowledge of 3-phase power systems, AC/DC Protection & Control Schemes, Fault Analysis.
• Familiar with test equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, communications instruments, and computerized relay test sets.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions while managing projects with multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate across multiple work groups including customers, covered employees, and leadership.
• Familiar with computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office products (Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass the standard Southern Company background check, drug screen, and NERC Background check.

Nice To Haves

• Desires hands-on field experience and likes working outdoors.
• Active learner seeking to expand knowledge of GPC and Southern Company maintenance practices, guidelines, and procedures for substation and line major equipment and relays.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting protective relaying, controls, and communication equipment associated with substation and transmission power lines.
• Complete construction projects and substation routines as assigned, ensuring they are completed without service interruptions.
• Coordinating substation outages and commissioning activities with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and use safe and efficient work practices to prevent safety and operational incidents.
• Develop and share technical expertise in 3-phase power, relaying, SCADA, and substation testing techniques with others through daily work.
• Isolate hazards and damaged equipment during emergencies to safely and efficiently restore service.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees