I&C Design Engineer - Farley

Central Design – Electrical/I C Design Engineer

Job Summary:

The Southern Nuclear Operating Company (SNC) Fleet Central Design Organization is responsible for production of capital project designs, either in-house or with the assistance of the Architect Engineers (AEs). The organization has four discipline‑oriented groups (Mechanical/Civil, Electrical/I C/Digital, Cyber Security Engineering, and Procurement Engineering) that support technical oversight, interface coordination, and design activities across the fleet.

• Provide technical oversight and approval of design products generated by the Central Design Organization, AEs, and other outside engineering resources.
• Ensure appropriate design interface controls are in place between organizations performing engineering work affecting plant design.
• Provide support and perform activities for I C design activities, EMI/RFI evaluations, and Digital and Software design activities.
• Provide ownership and oversight responsibility for the Setpoint Control Program.
• Promote fleet common design processes and implementation.
• Monitor the maintenance of design basis and configuration management control.
• Monitor the technical adequacy of design within the fleet and from vendors.

• Development of Engineering Analysis to support Electrical Solutions.
• Development of equipment/system specifications and requirements and perform bid evaluations and reviews for conformance.
• Developing site specific or fleet wide design change packages to support capital projects.
• Supporting design implementation of modifications.
• Monitoring of new technology advances for application and incorporation into Fleet Strategic planning.
• Remote or onsite emergent equipment troubleshooting support.
• Provide oversight for the development and implementation of power system analysis products, including ensuring those products are properly used at the sites.
• Managing and controlling I C plant design software and products.
• Promote standard approaches and innovation for Electrical / I C Design and analysis processes for the SNC Fleet.
• Participate in industry initiatives to develop and maintain analysis methodologies for organizational proficiencies.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university is required.
• PE license is preferred but not required.

• Minimum 3 years of Electrical or Digital/I C engineering experience is preferred.
• Design Modifications experience is preferred.
• Experience in commercial nuclear power is preferred.
• An understanding of power flow concepts and distribution system impacts regarding motor‑starting, short‑circuit, and dynamic responses is preferred. Experience with ETAP is also preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with network infrastructure, modern operating systems, database applications, web applications and other computing technologies is preferred.
• An understanding of industrial control system networks (e.g., PLC, DPC, SCADA) is preferred.
• Experience leading small teams or initiatives.

• Positive, optimistic, team player and solution‑oriented attitude.
• Agility/Adaptability to manage changing work scopes or emergent support needs.
• Maintains mutual respect for fellow teammates and stakeholders.
• Strong application of Southern Company Values:
  Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Acts with Integrity, and Superior Performance.

Location:

Birmingham Energy Center, Alabama. Up to 25% travel required. Alternate SNC locations available based on needs.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants' 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.