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Southern Company Electrical Field Services Engineer – Alabama in Mobile, Alabama
Electrical Field Services Engineer – Alabama
Technical Shared Services (TSS) - Electrical Systems & Field Support
This position will be located at Plant Barry, Bucks Alabama
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 Barry and will support multiple generation site locations to include: Barry, Theodore, Washington County.
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 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: 6368
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
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