Protection & Control Test Engineer/Technician

Protection and Control Test Engineer/Technician Responsibilities This position is responsible for the Protection & Control (P&C) Field Services Substation Integration and Automation (SIA) activities for the Northern Region of Alabama Power. The office is in Birmingham, Alabama. This position may be filled by an engineer or technician. Major responsibilities include: Create, maintain, and error check configuration files for substation integration equipmentCommission and maintain software on substation integration equipmentCommission, test, and troubleshoot substation integration and SCADA equipmentPlan and complete projects safely, efficiently, accurately and on scheduleRespond to abnormal conditionsrelated to substation integration equipmentProvide technical support to design, operations, maintenance, and construction personnel Job Requirements Education Requirements Engineer: 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering is preferredTechnician: 2-year Associates Degree in Electrical Technology is preferred Experience Requirements Experience commissioning and testing substation SCADA is highly preferredExperience or training in microprocessor (IED) technology is highly preferredExperience or training in serial and ethernet network communications is requiredExperience performing power system power calculations and measurements is preferredExperience with substation protection and control design or application is a plus Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of safe work practices in substation or industrial environmentsKnowledge of control schemes and SCADA system operationKnowledge of serial and ethernet communication software and protocolsKnowledge of 3-phase power calculations and measurementsAbility to use a computer to communicate with other microprocessor devicesAbility to use spreadsheets and other computer productivity toolsAbility to use a multimeter and hand tools in an electrical environmentAbility to make decisions in stressful situationsAbility to communicate effectively with diverse groupsAbility to work with others as a team member and leaderProject management and organization skillsTroubleshooting and problem-solving skills Behavioral Attributes Committed to doing the job safely and to performing error-free workCommitted to maintaining a culture of compliance to policies and regulationsCan work independently or in a team environmentSelf-motivated, results-oriented, flexible, and cooperativeDesires hands-on field experience, and willing to work outdoors and travelMaintains a positive attitude in demanding situationsCommitted to providing excellent customer serviceMust have a valid driver's licenseMust pass background investigation for access at Transmission facilitiesMust be available to work outside of normal duty hours for trouble responseMust work outdoors frequently and travel (75% of time) within the coverage areaMust live or relocate within a commutable (less than 1 hour of travel time) distance of the Birmingham SIA office Other Relocation assistance will not be provided. Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama. For more information, visit www.AlabamaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower). Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million 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 solutions provider 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 customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas 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 has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. 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 benefits 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: 22202 Job Category: Instrumentation & Controls Job Schedule: Full time Company: Alabama Power