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Project Support Substation Control Estimating/Oversight – Engineer/Designer

_Southern Company Services, Technical Shared Services (TSS) – Substation Engineering_

_This position will located in Forest Park, GA (Metro Atlanta)_

**_PLEASE NOTE:_** _This posting serves to fill a Substation Control Estimator position within our Project Support team. We are open to considering all levels of experience, provided you meet the basic qualifications outlined below._

Position: Location:

Substation Control Estimator Engineer/Designer Forest Park, GA

WORK LOCATION, SCHEDULE, & TRAVEL

+ These positions will be based out of Forest Park, GA (Metro Atlanta) _._ Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commuting distance.

+ Hybrid work schedule (both in-office and telecommute); currently four (4) days in-office and one (1) day telecommute (subject to adjustment).

+ This position will require some travel (day and overnight, up to 25%).

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing guidance, oversight, and quality assurance reviews for Southern Company-approved external engineering firms and internal estimators as they develop project scoping, cost estimating (material and labor, and conceptual design services in support of Southern Company’s Transmission and Distribution Substations.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

**_Education_** _:_

+ Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering **(Engineer)**

+ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology **(Designer)**

+ Bachelor’s Degree (non-engineering) with min. 5 years relevant industry experience **(Designer)**

+ Associate Degree with min. 5 years relevant industry experience **(Designer)**

+ No Degree with min. of 8 years relevant industry experience **(Designer)**

+ Professional Engineering (P.E.) license is a plus.

_Experience:_

+ Experience in Transmission and/or Distribution Substation Operations for an electric power utility company is required.

+ Experience in the field of Substation Control Engineering required.

+ Experience in Substation Control Engineering project development and cost estimating required.

+ Experience working with document management & estimating systems such as Transmission Estimating and Management System (TEAMS), STOMP, MAXIMO, SCST Vault is required.

+ AutoCAD training, experience, or certification is preferred.

+ Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products is required.

+ Provide guidance, oversight, and technical assistance/expertise on Substation Control Engineering design/standards/tools to external engineering firms.

+ Provide Quality Assurance reviews on Substation Control Engineering cost estimates and conceptual design packages.

+ Participate in regular Substation Control Engineering scheduling and resource assignment meetings.

+ Provide evaluations / feedback on external engineering firm’s performance.

+ Participate and lead in Substation Control Lead Estimator training in support of new processes, procedures and design standards.

_Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:_

+ General knowledge of Substation Control, Design, Construction, Operation and Maintenance.

+ Knowledge of operating company’s processes, procedures and tools used in the development of transmission substation projects.

+ Knowledge of the SCS Transmission Engineering design standards, processes, procedures, and tools (AutoCAD, Vault, and TEAMS) used to scope, estimate, and design substation projects.

+ Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral & written) and the ability to communicate technical issues simply.

+ Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations governing the design and construction of substation projects.

+ Detailed knowledge of Substation Control cost estimating.

+ Understanding of substation construction methods, equipment, techniques, and associated costs.

+ A good understanding of utility electric grid operations is preferred.

+ Knowledge of basic electrical power system theory is preferred.

+ Must be a self-starter and exhibit strong problem-solving skills.

+ Must work well in a team environment and can develop and build relationships at all levels.

+ Must possess effective time management and organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, setting priorities, and using effective time management and organizational skills to achieve project team goals.

+ Must demonstrate a customer focus with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers and solicit feedback.

+ The ability to be an effective mentor to others and teach job-related skills.

+ Proven ability to build consensus and achieve results through effective use of persuasive communication and formal presentation skills.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

+ Make SAFETY our number one priority using a “Safety First” mentality and leading by example.

+ Apply substation engineering expertise to accurately evaluate projects and provide conceptual design layouts for stakeholder site evaluations using CAD-based tools, based on Southern Company design standards.

+ Apply substation control engineering expertise to accurately scope projects and to provide quality cost and duration estimates in a timely fashion

+ Understands the development of detailed project scopes and conceptual design packages to produce accurate cost estimates and project schedules as the basis for detailed design activities.

+ Provide timely and accurate cost estimates to customers including Project Management, Transmission Planning, and Transmission Maintenance Support to facilitate budget development and management.

+ Serve as the Substation Control engineering representative on related project site meetings (scoping, status updates, preliminary outage coordination, solution team, site selection committees etc.) and prepare conceptual designs as required to support the process.

+ Provide input on the development and refinement of Substation Control Engineering estimating units used in the estimating system (TEAMS) to ensure accurate estimates of equipment, material, labor duration, and total costs.

+ Provide input on the development and refinement of Substation Control Engineering estimating practices, guidelines, and training.

+ Apply Substation Control Engineering expertise to support and/or perform QA/QC of peer or external engineering firm’s deliverables.

+ Participate in and support Southern Company Transmission activities and initiatives.

+ Coordinate and communicate with other design disciplines associated with the Substation scopes and conceptual designs.

+ Serve as part of a storm restoration team when requested after storm events, predominately, but not limited to the Southern Company service territory.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

+ Model **Our Values** : _Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance_

+ Passionate commitment to personal safety and well-being as well as for others.

+ Unwavering adherence to the Southern Company code of ethics.

+ Delivers top performance and achieve business results.

+ Proactively identifies and shares best practices and pursues consistency and standardization among the Operating Companies where possible.

+ Exhibit strong relationship-building skills with colleagues and stakeholders across the organization, thrive in team-based settings, and consistently support team decisions and collaborative initiatives.

+ Demonstrates a commitment to Human Performance principles – a questioning attitude and a pursuit of continuous improvement.

+ Shows dedication to innovation by finding ways to enhance products and services and partnering with leadership to deliver results.

+ Pursues ambitions standards for quality craftsmanship, proficiency, job knowledge, personal development and seeks continual improvement.

+ Involved in career planning and performance management.

+ Maintains a customer-focused mindset, takes personal responsibility to complete all assignments and resolve all issues, and achieves excellence in customer satisfaction.

+ Participates and encourages others to participate in efforts designed to contribute to the success of our internal and external communities.

+ Promote and support a diverse, inclusive workplace through personal initiative.

BENEFITS

+ Competitive Pay

+ Excellent benefits packages which include:

+ 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***_

About Southern Company

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: 15731

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services