Southern Company

Team Leader, Engineering - Metro South

Southern Company • $95K — $115K *
Newnan, GA 30263In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Engineering degree preferred
  • Professional Engineering license is a plus
  • MBA or Master's degree is a plus
  • Three or more years of Distribution Engineering experience in a power utility company required
  • Proven time management experience involving multiple projects and customer requests
  • Experience in storm restoration efforts required
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering projects in the Distribution Area
  • Provide safety leadership and budget management
  • Manage construction scheduling and compliance
  • Support, develop, and train new talent
  • Participate in storm restoration efforts and local initiatives
  • Demonstrate exceptional customer service
  • Contribute to strategic planning and reliability improvements

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance available
  • Opportunity for professional growth and development
  • Participation in impactful projects
  • Involvement in a leadership role within a supportive team
  • Opportunity to contribute to safety excellence initiatives
Full Job Description
Job Description

Engineering Team Leader - Metro South Distribution Area

Description

Engineering Team Leader - Newnan

Location - 291 Greenville Street, Newnan, GA 30043. Candidate must live in or be willing to relocate to a 30-45-mile radius within the headquarters. Relocation assistance will be available if needed.

Grade Level: Exempt 6

Job Summary: The Engineering Team Leader will be responsible for providing leadership, direction and performance management for distribution activities to direct reports within the Newnan Operating Headquarters. They will provide safety leadership, budget management, construction scheduling, and compliance measures where needed and contribute to reliability and capital improvement strategy in the Distribution Area. The Engineering Team Leader will be a Team Leader with primary responsibilities of supporting, developing, and training new talent for the Distribution Area. In addition to performance management opportunities, the successful candidate will be expected to support engineering co-ops and promote strategic thinking about the overall workforce. The successful candidate will also be a technical expert, leading engineering on a large scale, high impact projects in the area, while demonstrating world class customer service. In addition, they will be expected to participate in and lead Distribution Area wide initiatives, projects and committees. This role will participate in the Supervisor on-call rotation and lead local storm restoration efforts, as well as on system and off system storm events.

Education Requirements
  • Engineering degree preferred
  • Professional Engineering license a plus
  • MBA or Master's degree is a plus


Experience
  • Excellent safety record and knowledge of Section "0"
  • Three or more years of Distribution Engineering experience in a power utility company is required
  • Must have proven Time Management experience involving multiple projects and customer requests.
  • Experience in SERP restoration efforts required
  • Storm team leadership experience preferred
  • Experience with engineering design, construction and maintenance, compliance, managing manpower, reviewing job estimates, and asset management in a power utility company
  • Experience with IBEW covered personnel, system design experience, and serving on committees at a statewide level is preferred
  • Previous experience designing and presenting large and complex projects in a power utility company to higher level management for approval is preferred.


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • The position requires an in-depth knowledge of electrical distribution systems as well as distribution requirements, practices and procedures
  • Ability to act as a technical specialist is required
  • Customer service focused with the ability to negotiate to match customer needs with company requirements
  • Broad understanding of the company's operations, policies, and procedures
  • Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Working knowledge of TCMS, ARCOS, C2M, JETS, and strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office products
  • Must be able to lead and develop a diverse workforce, maximizing team effectiveness, set high expectations of those around them and hold employees accountable for those expectations
  • Must have the ability to work through customer concerns and communicate resolution to all parties

Behavioral Attributes
  • Demonstrates all aspects of Our Values behaviors
  • Demonstrated personal commitments to Safety Excellence and management of critical risks
  • Self-Directed with strong initiative
  • Desire and ability for continued career growth and upward potential
  • Ability to be a change agent for the organization


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 as a licensed driver (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.
  • Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record


About the Team

Georgia Power

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.

Southern Company Careers

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.

Work You’ll Do

At Southern Company, we are not just about power generation; we are about empowering our team to innovate and lead the industry. By joining our team, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field, using your skills to solve complex problems and drive meaningful change.

Explore a World of Opportunities

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.

Innovate and Lead

Southern Company is at the forefront of technological innovation in the energy sector. Our team members are encouraged to lead projects and initiatives that push the boundaries of what is possible in energy production and management.

Grow and Develop

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.

Be Part of Our Culture

Southern Company’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and inclusion. We celebrate diversity and believe that it drives innovation. Our team is our family, and we support each other in achieving personal and professional goals.

Benefits That Go Beyond

Choosing a career at Southern Company means enjoying a range of benefits designed to enrich your life and support your lifestyle. From health and wellness programs to retirement plans, we ensure our team members are taken care of.

Join Our Team

Ready to power up your career? Explore the job opportunities at Southern Company today. We are actively hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven individuals. Enhance your skills, join a community of innovators, and work towards a sustainable future.

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Networking and Career Advancement

At Southern Company, networking and internal mobility are key components of career advancement. Connect with leaders, engage in cross-departmental projects, and take your professional journey to new heights.

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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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