Engineer, Electrical Engineering

Engineer 1 – Utilities Industry

The Engineer 1 role is an entry-level position within the electric utility and power generation industry, supporting the design, construction, and maintenance of power delivery systems. The position applies engineering processes, utility-specific design standards, and industry software tools to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective infrastructure solutions. The Engineer 1 collaborates with internal departments, contractors, and vendors to ensure projects meet Southern Company and regulatory standards.

• Apply utility engineering principles and NESC-compliant design criteria to support new construction, system upgrades, and maintenance activities.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates, design packages, and construction specifications for transmission, distribution, and generation facilities.
• Conduct design reviews and provide quality assurance oversight for contractors to ensure compliance with Southern Company Standards and federal regulations.
• Maintain a safety-first approach, ensuring all work meets OSHA requirements and industry best practices.
• Understand and support the full project lifecycle for power systems, including planning, permitting, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Utilize industry-standard engineering software (e.g., CAD/GIS, modeling tools) to produce and update project documentation.
• Support construction and maintenance crews during field work and outage response activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in design processes, standards, and project delivery methods.

Education & Certifications

• Required:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Preferred:
  Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering;
  Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification.

Experience

• Preferred:
  Internship or co-op experience in utilities, power generation, or energy infrastructure design.

Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to read and interpret utility engineering plans, schematics, and system diagrams.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with field crews, plant personnel, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Preferred:
  Experience with CAD/GIS tools. Knowledge of hydraulic analysis for utility systems. Exposure to utility project management processes.