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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Engineer or Engineering Associate -Strategic... - **Company:** Southern Company - **Location:** Fairburn, GA, United States - **Contract:** Franchise - **Skills:** Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Software Tools - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gm58n4 ## About the Role Education and Experience for an Engineer or Engineering Rep. position: - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering OR - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology OR - Bachelor's Degree in Math or Science OR - Professional Engineer's License (PE) in lieu of the above bachelor's degree - Previous Distribution Engineering Experience is a plus - Distribution and or related Engineering experience with a power utility company is a plus Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - Proficient with MS office products and other related engineering Software systems highly desired. - Strong Technical Engineering Skills and understanding of Power Systems are highly desired - Candidate should possess knowledge of general engineering and construction principles. - Knowledge of electrical system operations, distribution systems, underground and overhead construction practices. - Prior experience in writing and executing switching orders preferred. - Working knowledge of OFS, JETS/JETS Scheduling, Designer/GIS, CSS, Socket, DistView, NMS, NJUNS, EDEN, and DisIntel preferred - Knowledge of the Franchise Manual, Distribution Bulletins, Engineering Handbook/Specifications, Distribution Operating Procedures, ARC Flash Requirements, Metering Blue Book, Consistency Manual and the Financial and Business goals preferred - Ability to prioritize and organize work to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines. - Excellent project management skills that lead to desired results. - Ability to work with customers and others as a team member. - Must be able to effectively communicate and build positive relationships with customers, engineers, customer service, sales, corporate partners and line crew personnel. - Effective oral and written communication skills. - Good Attitude and Ability to provide excellent customer service both internally and externally - Working knowledge of NESC. - Must have valid driver's license. Other Requirements - Must have a safe work record and successfully follow safe work practices & policies for a Safety Excellence environment. - Must demonstrate the "Our Values" behaviors: defined as Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment. - Pursue high standards for safety and customer service. - Self-motivated and directed. - Take personal responsibility for distribution projects and problems. Follow through on all aspects of assignments to ensure quality completion. - Must be able to build positive relationships and work well with diverse groups, tailoring communication methods appropriately for customers, covered employees, supervision, and management. - Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of Georgia Power and Southern Company distribution construction practices, guidelines, and procedures. This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle. The following will be required if you are selected for this position: + **Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver's license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver's license).** + **Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application.** ## Description This position will be required to handle all of the day-to-day engineering work activities within the SPP large projects. Responsibilities include project designs, estimating, and coordinating construction for multiple overhead and underground partners, and coordinating with other construction projects. Candidates must provide superior customer service and be able to prepare and schedule construction of jobs to meet committed project in service dates. Candidate will write and execute switching orders to effectively maintain, operate, and assist in the distribution planning of the system for reliability. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for processing all documentation in accordance with Compliance requirements. 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