JOB DESCRIPTION
Location: 241 Ralph McGill Blvd., Atlanta GA – GPC Corporate Office. Work location flexible for alternate locations around GA**
JOB SUMMARY
The GPC Area Planning team is looking for a forward-thinking and skilled teammate who is excited to shape the future of energy in Georgia! This position has a variety of key responsibilities that produce real-world impacts, such as developing effective solutions for new and existing customers, maintaining the reliability of Georgia Power's transmission and substation facilities, and providing area planning services for Georgia Integrated Transmission System (ITS) participants. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience towards understanding how our system works from both technical and business perspectives, while also deepening communication and presentation skills with peers and leaders.
The successful candidate will support one of the following GPC areas: Metro (Atlanta) North, Northwest (Rome), or Northeast (Athens), primarily based on demonstrated experience and operational familiarity. This posting may be used to select multiple qualified candidates.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop innovative and cost-effective solutions for electric service to new and existing customers, maintaining the reliability of Georgia Power's transmission and substation facilities.
- Forecast, plan, and develop transmission and/or substation addition and improvement projects for a 5-year budget period.
- Perform normal and contingency loading studies for substation and sub-transmission lines, voltage drop, flicker, transformer capability and other technical studies. Develop innovative and cost-effective solutions for resolving these problems.
- Proactively build and maintain relationships with associates in Transmission, Distribution, Sales, ITS, and other organizations.
- Provide Area Planning services for the Georgia Integrated Transmission System (ITS) Participants including peak load and forecast data.
- Facilitate and execute both virtual and in person (field locations, substations, and line rights of way) solution team meetings.
RELATIONSHIPS
Key Interfaces
- Transmission Maintenance organization
- Assigned Region organization
- Executives and managers for project presentation and approval
- Project Development organization
- Design and Construction organizations
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Educational/Certification Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Engineering Technology or significant utility experience (10+years) required.
- Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree/discipline preferred.
- Professional Engineer's License a plus.
Technical Experience Requirements:
- A minimum of 3 years Transmission and/or Distribution experience is required.
- Technical knowledge in Distribution Reliability, Distribution Planning, Distribution Engineering, Substation Design or Protective Equipment Applications, Transmission Construction, Transmission Line Design, Substation P&C Field Services, Transmission Maintenance (Line or Sub), Transmission Project Management or System Operations.
Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities
- Knowledge of the Transmission and/or Distribution system
- Self-Motivated and able to work in a team environment.
- Customer-focused with strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external clients.
- Effective communication skills at all levels: executives, management, peers, covered employees, contract employees, business leaders, and all customers
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize, develop, and manage multiple concurrent projects
- Experience with Southern Company internally-developed software (particularly TEAMS and STOMP) preferred
- Experience with PSS/E or other System Modeling software is a plus.
- Experience using the Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Access, is a plus.
Behavioral Attributes:
- Demonstrate Our Values
- Models ethical conduct
- Exhibits strong initiative and ability to make difficult decisions
- Adaptable to internal and external demands
- Ability to develop creative solutions to solve problems and balance the needs of the company and external public
- Ability to resolve conflict between individuals and functional areas
- Ability to cultivate an inclusive team environment for project success
- Attention to detail and following processes and procedures
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 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: 17623
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
