Engineer Representative - Centralized Engineering Services (CES)
Description
ENGINEERING REPRESENTATIVE - Centralized Engineering Services (CES) - 1 vacancy
Georgia Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, is currently seeking an Engineering Representative for the Centralized Engineering Services (CES) team (one position). CES is a statewide organization responsible for engineering, design, estimating and coordination of governmental work (e.g., GDOT road relocations and city/ county road projects).
The positions listed below is to be filled as an Engineering Representative commensurate with the skills, education, and experience qualifications of the successful candidate.
Reports to: CES Engineering Team Leader
Work Location: E ngineering Rep is to be assigned to projects (generally) within and supporting City of Atlanta and related or adjacent municipalities and governing authorities. Some local travel to support CES team and GDOT project activity will be required. Physical office location will be dependent upon the successful candidate's current living situation and the needs of the company.
Candidate must currently live within a reasonable, daily commuting distance to the selected area OR be willing to immediately relocate to be within commuting distance. Relocation assistance may be available if needed.
JOB SUMMARY
This position will be required to handle all engineering work activities in an assigned area or assigned projects. Responsibilities include design, estimating, and coordinating construction for multiple overhead and underground construction projects. Candidate must provide superior customer service and Project Management skills and be able to prepare and schedule construction of jobs to meet committed service dates. Candidate will write and execute switching orders to effectively maintain, operate, and assist in the distribution planning of the system for reliability. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for processing all documentation in accordance with Compliance requirements. Candidate will also participate in the on-call trouble supervision rotation and must be available after business hours for local, out-of-town, and out-of-state trouble and storm restoration.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience for an Engineering Representative position :
- 2-year accredited Technical Degree, OR
- 4-year accredited degree in a non-technical field, OR
- EUT Certificate
- Distribution and or related Engineering experience with a power utility company is a plus
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Proficient with MS office products and other related engineering Software systems highly desired.
- Strong Technical Engineering Skills and understanding of Power Systems are highly desired
- Candidate should possess knowledge of general engineering and construction principles.
- Knowledge of electrical system operations, distribution systems, underground and overhead construction practices.
- Prior experience in writing and executing switching orders preferred.
- Working knowledge of ARMS, JETS, GIS, Socket, DistView, TCMS Web, NJUNS is preferred
- Knowledge of the Distribution Bulletins, Engineering Handbook/Specifications, Distribution Operating Procedures, ARC Flash Requirements, Metering Blue Book, Consistency Manual and the Financial and Business goals preferred
- Ability to prioritize and organize work to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.
- Excellent project management skills that lead to desired results.
- Ability to work with customers and others as a team member.
- Must be able to effectively communicate and build positive relationships with customers (governing authority representatives), engineers, corporate partners and line crew personnel.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Effective project management skills
- Good Attitude and Ability to provide excellent customer service both internally and externally
- Working knowledge of NESC.
- Must have valid driver's license.
Other Requirements
- Must have a safe work record and successfully follow safe work practices & policies for a Safety Excellence environment.
- Must demonstrate the "Our Values" behaviors: defined as Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment.
- Pursue high standards for safety and customer service.
- Self-motivated and directed.
- Take personal responsibility for distribution projects and challenges. Follow through on all aspects of assignments to ensure quality completion.
- Must be able to build positive relationships and work well with diverse groups, tailoring communication methods appropriately for customers, covered employees, supervision, and management.
- Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of Georgia Power and Southern Company distribution construction practices, guidelines, and procedures.
To Apply: All candidates must submit an updated resume (preferably as a PDF document) and complete a series of job-related questions in order to be considered for this position.
Disclaimer:
This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities
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 consistently recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeorgiaPower.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 America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at 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 Field: Engineering
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta
Operating Company: Georgia Power Company
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time
Work Location(s):
Jefferson Street Office - 829 Jefferson Street (829ATLANTA)
829 Jefferson Street
Atlanta, 30318
Req ID: GPC2008589
