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Substation Automation (SIA) Engineer / Technician (T)
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What they do
An Electrical Substation or Relay Repairer works at an electrical substation and operates equipment that controls the flow of electricity. Maintains and repairs relays or switches in a system that allows electricity from a power station to travel through the substation out to the distribution system and to customers.
$80,575 / year median in Georgia
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Substation Automation (SIA) Engineer / Technician (T) Southern Company - 3.9 Savannah, GA Job Details Full-time 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Customer communication Protective relaying Outdoor work experience Substation construction project experience Utility electrical systems Fiber optic network Electrical metering Driver's License Electrical protection systems Utility construction projects Networking equipment (troubleshooting support) Microsoft Teams Power system protection IP networking Managing projects Productivity software Safety procedures for high-voltage work Cross-functional communication Project management experience in construction Transmission system experience Full Job Description Substation Automation (SIA) Engineer / Technician (T ) Job Summary This posting is for the Substation Automation (SIA) Engineer & Technician positions based in the Savannah and Brunswick Transmission Maintenance Areas. This position will be filled as a Non-Exempt position in the Protection & Control Field Services Engineer/Technician (SIA) family, with the pay and level commensurate with the qualifications, education, and experience of the successful candidate. The successful candidates will be responsible for the Protection & Control (P&C) Field Services activities in either the Savannah or Brunswick areas. Safety and Quality are paramount in this position. The successful candidate will be expected to learn and apply switching procedures and safety measures. The candidate will be expected to plan and complete projects safely, efficiently, on schedule, and without service interruptions. Candidates selected to interview will be chosen from the applicants based on fit with the job requirements listed below. The Brunswick position may be supported from Savannah or other adjacent TMC provided the successful candidate is able and willing to travel to substations in the Brunswick TMC's footprint within a reasonable time (e.g., 2 hours)
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JOB REQUIREMENTS
(Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills) Education Requirements 4-year bachelor's degree in engineering, or 4-year BS Degree in Engineering Technology, or Professional Engineering License, or Equivalent experience in Protection and Control Field Services Experience P&C Field Services experience Electric power utility transmission construction, maintenance, or operations experience Related substation experience (P&C Applications, Design, Construction, Major Equipment, Project Management, etc.) Knowledge of communication protocols:SEL, DNP3, TCP/IP
Knowledge of physical communication media: EIA-232, EIA-485, Ethernet, fiber, etc. Knowledge of OSI and TCP/IP models Knowledge of ethernet switches, terminal servers, I/O devices Basic object-oriented programming skills preferred Basic knowledge of computer networks and networking equipmentSEL RTAC
Platform (SEL-3555, SEL-3505, SEL-3532)SEL-3620H/3622
Security Gateway Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of 3-phase power systems, AC/DC Protection & Control Schemes, Fault Analysis Familiar with test equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, communications instruments, and computerized relay test sets. Candidate must possess ability to solve problems and make decisions while managing projects with multiple priorities Ability to communicate across multiple work groups including customers, covered employees, and leadership Familiar with computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office products (Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Other Requirements Must possess a valid driver's license. Successful candidates shall participate in callout rotation and be available to respond to outages or other abnormal conditions outside of their normal work schedule. Participation in storm restoration efforts is expected. Overnight travel is sometimes required. Safety sensitive position subject to relevant pre-employment screening(s) to determine fitness for duty. Field position requiring the physical ability to operate manual switches and work in a substation environment. Must live in/near or be willing to relocate within reasonable distance to the office location. Must be able to pass the standard Southern Company background check, drug screen, and NERC Background check.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
Job Responsibilities Commissioning, testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting communication and control equipment associated with distribution and transmission substations. Complete assigned projects, ensuring they are completed without service interruptions. This includes managing schedules effectively to meet quality and budget targets. Coordinating substation outages and commissioning activities with multiple internal and external stakeholders. Handle trouble calls as needed. Develop and use safe and efficient work practices to prevent safety and operational incidents. Follow formal written requirements. Conduct job briefings to identify and mitigate safety and operational risks. Develop and share technical expertise in 3-phase power, relaying, SCADA, and substation testing techniques with others through daily work. Understand Cybersecurity concepts and support Power Delivery Cybersecurity Behavioral Attributes Model "Our Values": Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance Incorporate Human Performance tools into daily work practices Support GPC's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals Self-motivated to produce results without direct supervision Customer focus Desires hands-on field experience, likes working outdoors Questioning attitude Active learner seeking to expand knowledge of GPC and Southern Company maintenance practices, guidelines, and procedures for substation and line major equipment and relays. 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 (