P&C Field Services Test Engineer or Technician
Description
Protection and Control Field Services Test Engineer or Technician
JOB SUMMARY
The APC Power Delivery Protection & Control (P&C) Field Services department is seeking a Test Engineer or Technician for the Western Region. This position is located in Hueytown, Alabama at the West Jefferson Office. This position is responsible for the commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of transmission and distribution substation protective relay and control systems. This position will be filled as a non-exempt level 6-10 based upon education, experience, and ability of the selected individual.
The major job responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Know and follow safe behaviors including all rules and procedures
Perform operational checks and tests on various substation equipment including but not limited to: microprocessor and electromechanical relays and controls, current transformers, potential transformers, power circuit breakers, transformers, regulators, power line carrier radio, traps and tuners
Troubleshoot and perform preventive and emergent maintenance on previously listed substation equipment
Operate and interpret readings from test equipment such as digital multi-meters, digital oscilloscopes, insulation testers, relay test sets, and radio frequency measurement equipment
Verify that wiring construction work is performed in accordance to detailed design print documentation
Document all completed work in accordance with policies and procedures
Provide technical guidance and direction to other groups on protection and control issues
Respond to system problems during after hours on-call rotations
Provide top level customer service to internal and external customers
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION
Engineers: 4-year BS Engineering Degree, Electrical preferred from an ABET accredited institution
Technicians: 2 or 4 year AS or BS/BET Degree in Electronics or Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution Equivalent work experience may be considered as qualifications for technicians
EXPERIENCE
Electromechanical or microprocessor protection relay installation and testing is desired
Microprocessor IED and/or PLC technology installation and testing is desired
Field experience commissioning and/or maintaining electrical equipment is desired
Basic understanding of electrical protection and/or control circuitry is desired
Current work experience within APC Power Delivery is preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Excellent computer skills
Proven troubleshooting skills
Knowledge of safe work practices
Familiarity with substation equipment is preferred
Exercise clear judgment in critical situations
Make timely, rational decisions where errors can result in negative results
Able to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines
Ability to read electrical blueprint/schematic drawings is desirable
Good writing and communication skills
BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
Safety minded
Dependable, reliable, thorough
Self-starter, independent and team member
High attention to detail
Committed, timely
Innovative, student, always learning
Customer focused, spirit of excellence
Other Requirements
Must have a valid driver's license
Must pass background investigation and requirements for access at Southern Nuclear and Transmission facilities
Must become certified for the Official Clearance list within one year of hire date, required for employment
Must be available to work outside normal business hours and occasionally stay out of town for periods of time
Must work outdoors in inclement weather and frequently travel (75%) away from office within the coverage area
Must live in or be willing to relocate to commutable distance of the Hueytown, Alabama office location
Relocation package is not available.
Alabama Power provides the valuable combination of competitive prices, reliable electricity supply and unparalleled service to 1.4 million homes, businesses and industries in the southern two-thirds of Alabama.
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: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Hueytown
Operating Company: Alabama Power Company
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): No
Union Covered: No
Work Location(s):
Hueytown Local Office - 2901 Allison Bonnet Memorial Parkway (2901HUEYTOWN)
2901 Allison Bonnet Memorial Parkway
Hueytown, 35023
Req ID: APC2007463