Power System Coordinator

3 weeks ago

Birmingham, United States Southern Company Full time
Job Description

Power System Coordinator (Transmission System Operator) - ACC

A Power System Coordinator has the ultimate responsibility and accountability for the integrity of Alabama Power Company's (APC) electrical transmission system by making critical decisions regarding system operations while keeping the Bulk Power System safe and reliable. Additional responsibilities include:
  • Manage and direct field employees in performing switching operations.
  • Monitor and operate the Network Transmission/Sub Transmission systems and other transmission lines and facilities.
  • Assess operating situations.
  • Coordinate generation resources and operate hydro resources.
Candidates with the following preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply:

Education & Experience Requirements:
  • Graduate or Undergraduate degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution OR
  • Technical certificate/Associate's degree OR
  • Extensive experience in transmission system operations including construction (lines or subs), maintenance (lines or subs), and/or protection & control.
  • Current work experience within APC Power Delivery is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Working knowledge and/or experience in the construction, maintenance, operation, or protection and control of APC's Generating and Transmission electric system.
  • Knowledge of protective relays, relaying schemes, and control systems.
  • Must be capable of managing stressful situations
  • Ability to multi-task and competently manage work with constantly changing priorities and minimal supervision.
  • Knowledge of division/district organization and distribution operations.
  • Detailed understanding of electric system operation, theory, and practices.
  • Working knowledge of hydro generation plant operations and reservoir management.
  • Adaptability to the rigors of shift work.
Required Certification(s) and Initial Training:
  • Comprehension of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards will be required for certification of APC's Power System Coordinators.
  • Successful candidate must:
    • Currently possess an active certification from NERC in the areas of Transmission Operator or Reliability Coordinator, or
    • Successfully complete the rigorous national technical examination administered by NERC in the areas of Transmission Operator or Reliability Coordinator within one year of being awarded this position.
    • Successfully complete internal new-hire training and be deemed qualified to assume operational shift within one year of being awarded this position.
Behavioral Attributes:
  • The successful candidate must exhibit a high awareness of safety, demonstrate initiative, leadership, and be creative in developing solutions to problems.
  • The successful candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to multi-task within a team environment to achieve desired results in the areas of shareholder values and customer satisfaction.
  • The successful candidate must be able to build close working relationships with other coordinators, Construction, Maintenance, Protection and Control, Distribution Operations, Marketing, Generating Plants, Transmission Planning, and Bulk Power Operations
  • Exercise effective authority to call out employees for overtime, as necessary.
Other Requirements:
  • The successful candidate will be awarded the job only after the successful completion of the NERC CIP and Insider Threat Program requirements.
  • Due to the significant investment in your training, the time it takes to become proficient, and the critical nature of this role, we request your commitment to work in the ACC for a minimum of 24 months.


About Us

Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama.

For more information, visit www.AlabamaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers' and communities' needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit 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.

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