Southern Company

Mechanical Systems Engineering Supervisor - Plant Hatch

Southern Company • $110K — $130K *
Baxley, GA 31513In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or PE license required.
  • Minimum of 5 years nuclear experience; 10 years preferred.
  • Preferred nuclear site engineering experience.
  • Desired supervisory experience within an engineering organization.
  • Experience across multiple departments like operations and maintenance desired.
  • Solid knowledge of plant operations, generation, and nuclear systems.
  • Familiarity with Nuclear Plant Codes and Standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of engineers focused on system health and reliability.
  • Implement corporate and department policies and procedures effectively.
  • Prioritize Core Engineering activities for operational efficiency.
  • Oversee training and qualifications of personnel as per procedures.
  • Support Maintenance and Operations in troubleshooting efforts.
  • Act as department manager when necessary.
  • Respond as part of the Emergency Response Team within 90 minutes.
  • Model and promote safe work behaviors among team members.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for personnel development and technical leadership.
  • Participation in Emergency Response Team.
  • Engagement in varied engineering challenges at a nuclear facility.
  • Collaboration with multiple departments for holistic operational support.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Southern Nuclear Operating Company's Plant Hatch's Engineering organization is seeking high performing supervisors with an analytical mindset. These positions will be located at Southern Nuclear's Plant Hatch in Baxley, GA.

Summary of Position Duties

The Systems Engineering Supervisor leads a team of engineers responsible for the health, reliability, and performance of assigned plant systems. This position provides technical leadership, personnel development, and oversight of engineering activities that support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation. The supervisor ensures engineering resources are focused on identifying issues early, managing risk, and driving timely and effective resolution of equipment and system challenges.

Supervisory duties include:
  • Ensure proper implementation of corporate, plant and department policies/procedures
  • Ensure focus and prioritization for Core Engineering activities.
  • Ensure training and qualification of personnel in accordance with applicable procedures
  • Provide effective and efficient support of Maintenance and Operations in trouble shooting and problem resolution activities.
  • Function as acting department manager when necessary
  • Serve as duty Engineering Supervisor or Manager
  • Serve on an Emergency Response Team rotation and respond within 90 minutes.
  • Ensure proper industrial and radiation safe practices are followed by employees and contractors, specifically
    • Must model safe work behaviors
    • Must have the ability to initiate and encourage others to follow safe work practices
    • Must be able to hold self and others accountable for safe work behaviors
  • Ensure personnel embrace the use of Human Performance Tools (Fleet and Engineering).

Requirements
  • Candidates should hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (required) from an accredited college or university or hold a PE license.
  • A minimum of five (5) years nuclear experience is required with a preference for ten (10) years of nuclear power experience is desired for this position.
  • Nuclear site Engineering experience is preferred.
  • Supervisory experience within an engineering organization is desired
  • Experience in multiple departments (operations, maintenance, etc.) desired
  • Solid plant operations knowledge of generation and nuclear systems.
  • Knowledge of Nuclear Plant Codes and Standards.


Preferred:
  • Shift Technical Advisor or Operations (SRO) license/certification experience.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Two (2) years of supervisory experience
  • An advanced degree will be an advantage.


Behavioral Attributes

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and/or large projects with minimal supervision. This position requires strong ownership skills, proactive traits, and good client relations and interpersonal skills.

About the Team

Southern Nuclear

About Southern Company

With 4.4 million customers and more than 42,000 megawatts of generating capacity, Atlanta-based Southern Company is the premier energy company serving the Southeast. A leading U.S. producer of electricity, Southern Company owns electric utilities in four states and a growing competitive generation company, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and retail electric prices that are significantly below the national average. Southern Company has been listed the top ranking U.S. electric service provider in customer satisfaction for nine consecutive years by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

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Join the dynamic team at Southern Company, a leader in energy innovation and a champion of sustainable practices. As one of the most respected companies in the energy sector, Southern Company offers unparalleled job opportunities that promise not only professional growth but also a commitment to diversity and leadership development.

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Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Southern Company has a place for you. Our wide range of employment options ensures that every team member can find a path that best suits their career ambitions and skills.

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We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through targeted diversity training, leadership workshops, and continuous professional development. Career growth at Southern Company is not just a possibility—it is an expectation.

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Learn more about Southern Company
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$77.6 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$20.3 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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