Reliability Engineer - Asset Management

Reliability Engineer – Asset Management Locations : State of Georgia. Not required to report to a specific Operating Headquarters location.

Reliability Engineering - Asset Management will primarily be responsible for supporting Asset Management projects throughout the state. This position main purpose is to help gain efficiencies and support the additional workload created by our transition to vacuum interrupting programmable protective equipment. This new functionalized portion of our Distribution Reliability team will enable us to better support annual Asset Management replacement programs for hydraulic reclosers, cubicles and SF6 devices. These positions will also assist with the programming of non-SCADA protective equipment associated with the statewide Grid Investment initiative. The successful candidates must be a champion of Safety Excellence. Safety and attention to detail are paramount in this position. Therefore, the successful candidate will be expected to incorporate appropriate safety measures into all aspects of their job. He or she will also be expected to engineer and manage their projects efficiently, to keep Asset Management projects, and Grid Investment projects, on schedule.

The Reliability Engineering position supporting Asset Management will also assist with and coordinate all work needed to program and commission electronic devices installed on the distribution system. Duties include working with and around low voltage. Similar to the Area Reliability Engineer position, the successful candidates will work closely with area engineering, operating personnel, and Asset Management, providing them with technical expertise, breaker relay settings and protective device relay settings in support of Asset Management equipment replacements. This will require interaction with multiple work groups including P&C Applications, Operations Support and P&C Field Services &/or Distribution Automation. To be effective, the successful candidate must be capable of communicating, building rapport, and establishing professional working relationships with all their peers and these cross-functional teams across Power Delivery. As with all Distribution Reliability Engineering positions, he or she will be responsible for proper implementation of Company reliability strategies and ensuring proper coordination of protective schemes. This position will also assist with other corporate reliability projects and initiatives as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a degree in a related field (i.e. Mathematics, Science); 4-year ABET accredited degree is required

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification is a plus

• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years operations experience required in one or more of the following areas: Electric Power Distribution Operations, Electric Power Transmission Operations, Protection & Control (P&C) Field Services, P&C Applications.

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 for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered 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

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Candidate must have knowledge of Section 0 and demonstrate Safety Excellence at all times.

• Candidate must model all aspects of Our Values - Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment.

• Candidate should possess knowledge of Southern Company engineering and construction best practices.

• Candidate must possess knowledge of Southern Company distribution operating procedures.

• Must be a self-starter, able to work independently, and capable of prioritizing multiple work assignments

• Knowledge of electric utility distribution system operations, overhead and underground distribution design, distribution automation, and coordination of protective devices is preferred.

• Must be capable of producing designs that will enhance system reliability performance.

• Must be able to articulate and enforce applicable Company policies while providing excellent service for internal & external customers.

• Must have working knowledge of the NESC.

• Must be capable of creating quality distribution work orders, estimates and construction prints.

• Knowledge of Microsoft office products and other related engineering software systems is preferred.

• Working knowledge of CymTCC and CymDist is preferred.

• Proven experience in writing and executing switching orders.

• Must possess effective project management and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.

• Ability to work well with internal and external customers.

• Effective communication skills.

• Capable of working in a team environment that supports multiple organizations such as Sales, Customer Service, Area & Distribution Planning and Renewables.

• Knowledge of Georgia Power Company Distribution Bulletins, the Engineering Handbook & other relevant Company guidelines is preferred.

• Must be capable of meeting the Official Transmission and Distribution Switching & Clearance List criteria.

Other Requirements:

• Candidate must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Position requires walking through rough and uneven terrain.

• Candidate must be able to lift or move approximately 25 pounds of equipment and materials.

• Familiarity with hand tools and test equipment to repair mechanical and/or electrical equipment is desired.

• Must be willing to serve in the supervisor on-call rotation at the assigned work location.

• Availability for local area emergency assistance after hours, nights, weekends and holidays is required.

• Ability to support restoration efforts in state and out of state is required.

• Must be available to travel overnight and provide statewide support while working alone and driving to remote locations.

• Candidate must currently hold a valid Driver's License.

• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills

Behavioral Attributes:

• Candidate must be committed to Safety Excellence as a core value

• Demonstrates “Our Values”: Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment

• Maintains a “Questioning Attitude” continuously seeking opportunities for improvement

• Demonstrates a genuine interest to understand and respect different perspectives

• Supports continual learning and Human Performance principles

• Takes full ownership and proactively takes the initiative to resolve issues in a timely manner

• Ability to function and contribute in an inclusive team environment

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

• Looks for opportunities to develop themselves and others

Power Delivery’s Vision for Equity

• Represent all individuals in the communities we serve

• Expand belonging and inclusion among all teams

• Value all teammates for their contributions

• Treat all teammates equitably in compensation, development, and opportunities

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 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: 5320

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power