Designer/Engineer - Substation Engineering Contractor Oversight

Substation Contractor Oversight Designers / Engineers are responsible for oversight of engineering, design, and coordination of substation projects completed by outside design engineering firms. This position is focused on substation control design, including protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts. Responsibilities include conducting quality assurance reviews of completed control design packages and providing ongoing guidance and performance feedback to engineering firms.  

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Make SAFETY our number one priority using a “Safety First” mentality and leading by example.
• Provide oversight and technical assistance/expertise on substation control design, standards, and tools to external engineering firms.  
• Perform quality assurance reviews of substation control design packages, assist in scheduling resources, and provide developmental feedback to engineering firms.  
• Coordinate and communicate with other departments associated with Substation Design.
• Interact with manufacturers, vendors, and Southern Company subject matter experts to resolve equipment and material issues.  
• Provide support to Substation Construction, Field Services, Project Management, and Substation Maintenance.  
• Perform site visits for projects including pre-engineering / pre-construction meetings, during construction, and post-construction as required to provide expertise on projects and to evaluate and provide feedback on contractor performance. Some overnight travel will be required.
• Participate in substation design review meetings.
• Support Southern Company’s design criteria and standardization effort.  
• Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, setting priorities, and using effective time management and organizational skills to achieve project team goals.
• Provide assistance as part of a storm restoration team after major storm events in the Southern Company service territory.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (ABET Accredited) (Engineer)
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology (Designer)
• Associate Degree with minimum 5 years relevant experience (Designer)
• No Degree with minimum 8 years relevant experience (Designer)

Experience:

• Substation control design or field experience is strongly preferred (e.g., protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts).
• Control design experience in other industrial or commercial settings (e.g., instrumentation and controls, plant or facility electrical controls) will also be considered if accompanied by overseeing engineering or design contractors.
• Experience in Protection & Control Design, Field Services, or Switchboard Panel QA is preferred.
• Experience providing Quality Assurance reviews on control design packages is a plus.  
• Experience mentoring and providing performance feedback is a plus.
• Experience using AutoCAD Electrical is preferred.
• Experience in Transmission and/or Distribution Substation Operations for an electric power utility company is preferred.  
• Project Management experience is a plus.
• Experience working with document management & estimating systems such as TEAMS, STOMP, MAXIMO, SCST Vault is a plus.  
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral & written) and the ability to communicate technical issues simply.
• Must be a self-starter and exhibit strong problem-solving skills.
• Must work well in a team environment and have the ability to develop and build relationships at all levels.
• Must possess effective time management and organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple projects with various priorities and competing deadlines.
• Must demonstrate a customer focus with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers and solicit feedback.
• Ability to be an effective mentor to others and teach job-related skills.
• Good understanding of utility electric grid operations is preferred.  
• Knowledge of electrical power system theory and protection and control principles is required.
• Ability to read and interpret substation control schematics and wiring diagrams is required.

WORK LOCATION

• This position will be located at the Forest Park General Services Headquarters in Atlanta, GA  
• This position will require a mix of both field and office work.
• Field work can include site visits to various work locations and may require overnight travel.
• Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commuting distance.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES  

• Model Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
• Conduct all activities with a focus on providing value to our customers.
• Take personal responsibility for their projects and customer issues.
• Follow through on all aspects of assignments to ensure a quality product and increased value is delivered to our customers.
• Exhibit and promote a positive, "can do" attitude.
• Commitment as a team member to building and maintaining an Inclusive work environment.
• Must place strong emphasis on Operational Excellence.
• Must understand and practice Human Performance Concepts.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits package which includes:  
• Medical and dental coverage
• Defined benefit/cash balance pension plan
• Performance-sharing plan
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement

***Please submit an updated resume with your application***