P&C Field Services Engineer/Associate/Technician – Athens, GA
Job Summary
This posting is for a Protection & Control Field Services Engineer position based in the Central Transmission Maintenance Area of Athens, GA, covering the northeast Georgia region bordered by Lake Lanier and I-20.
This role will be filled as a non-exempt position within the Protection & Control Field Services Engineer family, with compensation and level based on the candidate's qualifications, education, and experience.
The successful candidate will manage Protection & Control (P&C) Field Services activities, including substation equipment and relay commissioning, troubleshooting, work coordination for greenfield and brownfield projects, and periodic weekly on-call response.
Due to the nature of the job, safety and quality are paramount. The candidate must be a self-starter and effective communicator, capable of learning and applying safety measures, and coordinating and obtaining clearances to de-energize equipment before executing major work. The candidate will plan and complete projects safely, efficiently, on schedule, and without service interruptions.
Candidates selected for interviews will be chosen based on their fit with the job requirements listed below and prior experience.
Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)
Education Requirements
- 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or
- 4-year BS Degree in Engineering Technology, or
- 4-year BS Degree in Science, or
- 2-year technical degree in electrical maintenance, or
- Equivalent applicable experience (e.g., Test Engineer, Substation Electrician, Technician, Wireman, Electrician)
Experience (preferred)
- P&C Field Services experience
- Electric power utility experience
- Related substation experience (P&C Applications, Design, Construction, Major Equipment, Project Management)
- Electrical equipment experience
- Troubleshooting and commissioning experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of 3-phase power systems, AC/DC Protection & Control Schemes, Fault Analysis
- Familiarity with test equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, communication instruments, and computerized relay test sets
- Ability to troubleshoot, solve problems, and make decisions while managing projects with multiple priorities safely
- Effective communication skills across multiple work groups, including customers, covered employees, and leadership
- Proficiency with computer programs, including Microsoft Office products (Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Capacity to keep up with emerging technology and appropriate testing procedures and philosophy
Other Requirements
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Participation in callout rotation and availability to respond to outages or other abnormal conditions outside of the normal work schedule
- Occasional overnight travel required
- Safety-sensitive position subject to relevant pre-employment screening(s) to determine fitness for duty
- Field position requiring the physical ability to operate manual switches and work in a substation environment
- Must live in/near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable distance to the office location
- Must pass the standard Southern Company background check, drug screen, and NERC background check
Job Responsibilities
- Commission, test, maintain, and troubleshoot protective relaying, controls, and communication equipment associated with substation and transmission power lines. (NERC PRC-005 Compliance)
- Complete construction projects and substation routines as assigned, ensuring they are completed without service interruptions, including managing clearances to meet quality, schedule, and budget targets
- Coordinate substation outages and commissioning activities with multiple internal and external stakeholders; handle trouble calls as needed
- Develop and use safe and efficient work practices to prevent safety and operational incidents; follow formal written requirements and conduct job briefings to identify and mitigate risks
- Develop and share technical expertise in 3-phase power, relaying, SCADA, and substation testing techniques with others
- Isolate hazards and damaged equipment during emergencies to safely and efficiently restore service
Behavioral Attributes
- Model “Our Values”: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance
- Incorporate Human Performance tools into daily work practices
- Support GPC’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals
- Maintain psychological safety
- Self-motivated to produce results without direct supervision
- Customer and quality focus
- Desire hands-on field experience and enjoy working outdoors
- Possess a questioning attitude
- Active learner seeking to expand knowledge of GPC and Southern Company maintenance practices, guidelines, and procedures for substation and line major equipment and relays
Fleet Vehicle Notice:*
- This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle. The following will be required if you are selected for this position:
- Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license.
- Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application.
- Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record.
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
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 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: 12042
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
