Protection And Control Field Services Test Engineer or Technician (Montgomery, AL)
JOB SUMMARY
The APC Power Delivery Protection & Control (P&C) Field Services department is seeking a Test Engineer or Technician for the Southern Region. This position’s location is in Montgomery, Alabama at the Southern Division Complex. This position is responsible for the commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of transmission and distribution substation protective relay and control systems. This position will be filled as a non-exempt level 6-9 based upon education, experience, and ability of the selected individual.
The major job responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Know and follow safe behaviors including all rules and procedures
- Perform operational checks and tests on various substation equipment including but not limited to - microprocessor and electromechanical relays and controls, current transformers, potential transformers, power circuit breakers, transformers, regulators, power line carrier radio, traps and tuners
- Troubleshoot and perform preventive and emergent maintenance on previously listed substation equipment
- Operate and interpret readings from test equipment such as digital multi-meters, digital oscilloscopes, insulation testers, relay test sets, and radio frequency measurement equipment
- Verify that wiring construction work is performed in accordance to detailed design print documentation
- Document all completed work in accordance with policies and procedures
- Provide technical guidance and direction to other groups on protection and control issues
- Respond to system problems during after hours on-call rotations
- Provide top level customer service to internal and external customers
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION
- Engineers: 4-year BS Engineering Degree from an ABET accredited school (Electrical preferred however other disciplines may be considered with sufficient relevant experience)
- Technicians: 2 or 4 year AS/BS/BET Degree in Electronics, Engineering Technology, or equivalent military electronics training
EXPERIENCE
- Electromechanical or microprocessor protection relay installation and testing is desired
- Microprocessor IED and/or PLC technology installation and testing is desired
- Field experience commissioning and/or maintaining electrical equipment is desired
- Basic understanding of electrical protection and/or control circuitry is desired
- Current work experience within APC Power Delivery is preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Excellent computer skills
- Proven troubleshooting skills
- Knowledge of safe work practices
- Familiarity with substation equipment is preferred
- Exercise clear judgment in critical situations
- Make timely, rational decisions where errors can result in negative results
- Able to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines
- Ability to read electrical blueprint/schematic drawings is desirable
- Good writing and communication skills
BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
- Safety minded
- Dependable, reliable, thorough
- Self-starter, independent and team member
- High attention to detail
- Committed, timely
- Innovative, student, always learning
- Customer focused, spirit of excellence
Other Requirements
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must pass background investigation and requirements for access at Southern Nuclear and Transmission facilities
- Must become certified for the Official Clearance list within one year of hire date, required for employment
- Must be available to work outside normal business hours and occasionally stay out of town for periods of time
- Must work outdoors in inclement weather and frequently travel (75%) away from office within the coverage area
- Must live in or be willing to relocate to commutable distance of the Montgomery, Alabama office location.
- Relocation package is not available.
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: 13103
Job Category: Power Line Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Alabama Power
