Electrical Field Services Engineer/Analyst - Georgia

Provide technical services in the electrical discipline to fossil and hydroelectric generating facilities, including problem resolution, routine testing, design review, checkout and startup of new equipment, technical consulting, and unplanned/emergency callouts (afterhours).

Location & Travel

This position supports several generation sites in the central region of Georgia. Occasional overnight travel will be required (approximately 25%).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Engineer) or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology (Analyst)
• 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

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

Benefits

Some relocation assistance is available if the selected candidate currently resides outside the area. For a list of competitive benefits, please review this link.