Electrical Field Services Engineer - Plant Gaston
TSS Technical Services - Electrical Systems & Field Support
This position will be located at Plant Gaston in Wilsonville, AL
JOB SUMMARY
The purpose of this job is to provide technical services in the electrical discipline to fossil, gas and renewable generating facilities within the Southern Company. These services include but are not limited to problem resolution, routine testing, design review, checkout and startup of new equipment, technical consulting, and unplanned/emergency callouts (afterhours).
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS (LOCATION & TRAVEL)
This position will be under TSS within the Technical Services - Electrical Systems & Field Support department.
This position will be based at Plant Gaston and will support multiple generation site locations to include: Gaston, Central Alabama, Harris CC, and hydro dams on the Lower Coosa and Tallapoosa rivers
Occasional overnight travel will be required - approximately 25%.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required
Experience:
Customer oriented work ethic
Broad general knowledge of power plant systems
Proficiency in excitation system calibration and problem resolution
Proficiency in low, medium, and high voltage switchgear concepts and designs
Proficiency in switchgear electrical control and applications
Working knowledge of protective relaying application and philosophy
Ability to communicate with plant employees at all working and management levels
Ability to manage time properly and handle multiple assignments simultaneously
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain technical proficiency in the above-mentioned areas
Cultivate and maintain contacts and relationships within the plant
Establish a precedent for solving technical problems in a timely and cost-effective manner
Be a role model both technically and in dealing with customers for other engineers
Maintain an awareness of the financial impact of Technical Services' support
Take an active role in the development of new employees
BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
Demonstrate Southern Company Values - Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
Safety focus and a strong personal safety record.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Some relocation assistance may be available if the selected candidate currently resides outside the area.
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
Please submit an updated resume with your application
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers' and communities' needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
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. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and bene?ts will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 11784
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
