Substation Engineer

Job Summary

This position is responsible for managing, engineering guidance, and coordinating substations approved projects for Mississippi Power as well as performing activities in support of substation preventive maintenance. The substation engineer will be responsible for issue resolution and project communication throughout the lifecycle of capital projects. In addition, the substation engineer will be expected to work with system peers to provide maintenance support for the MPC service area. This position will report to the MPC Substation Construction group in MPC Operations Center in Gulfport, MS.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate assigned substation engineering capital projects (scope development, design development, manage project cost, interdepartmental coordination, et cetera).
• Create work orders for substation projects.
• Coordinate substation engineering activities with Southern Company Services Design (T&PS) organization.
• Review substation designs by SCS and/or contract engineering firms.
• Provide regular updates/communication on the project status. Provide proactive communication and recommend solutions when problems arise that will impact costs, schedule, or external public.
• Help monitor and provide budget variance on department capital actuals.
• Provide input on development of 5-year capital construction budget and schedule.
• Provide assistance to others related to substation engineering issues – Both Capital and O&M.
• Support other areas with development of conceptual projects (provide estimates, preliminary designs, equipment investigations, et cetera).
  
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS ( Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills )

Education

Engineering Degree from an ABET accredited school is required, Electrical Engineering preferred.

Professional Engineer (PE) certification is a plus

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of Power Utility experience required.
• Experience in Distribution or Transmission required.
• Substation construction, design or maintenance or Protection & Control Field Services experience is a plus
  
  

Knowledge

• General knowledge of power systems and substation equipment, transmission planning, operations, maintenance and/or construction.
• Knowledge of the Southern Company transmission system, distribution system and/or protective relaying is a plus
• Strong knowledge of electrical and civil engineering principles
• Project Management Processes
• Transmission Construction Practices and Standards (a plus)
• Budgeting and Accounting Processes and Policies (desirable)
  
  

Skills

• Ability to use good judgment to make sound decisions
• Ability to adapt to changing demands and reprioritize as necessary
• Ability to manage multiple projects or tasks on a routine basis. Excellent project management skills and organization skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills, and ability to interact with all levels of management are necessary along with good interpersonal and business skills.
• Excellent safety record and adherence to the company’s safety philosophy
• Broad knowledge of PCs and other technology used in engineering and design.
• Ability to learn different computer applications – STOMP, TEAMS, ORACLE, PRIMAVERA, MAXIMO, et cetera.
  
  

Mississippi Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, provides clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy to more than 192,000 customers and communities in 23 southeast Mississippi counties. For over 100 years, Mississippi Power is a leader in customer service, workforce development and education, environmental stewardship, and employee volunteerism. The company is an industry leader when it comes to working safely, providing around-the-clock reliable service and its expert storm response. Mississippi Power has been at the forefront of innovation in the state through strategic partnerships in electric transportation and solar energy. The company has worked with the Coast Transit Authority to put the state’s first electric public transportation bus in operation and with Forrest County Agriculture High School on the state’s first electric school bus. It also partnered with the Hattiesburg Zoo on a new electric train and worked with the country’s largest Domino’s franchise to electrify its delivery fleet. Also, a leader in renewable energy, Mississippi Power partnered with the Naval Construction Battalion Center to install the first microgrid at a Navy facility. The company was among the first to introduce utility scale solar in the state with nearly 160 MW of renewable energy produced, enough to power 23,000 homes for a year. Mississippi Power’s mission is to provide world-class value to our customers and communities every day.

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: 16815

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Mississippi Power