Engineer I -4P/561

Position Overview

The Engineer I position is an entry-level engineering role responsible for applying engineering processes, design criteria, and software applications to support the design and construction of power-related systems.

This role supports project estimation, design development, contractor oversight, and construction documentation while ensuring alignment with Southern Company design standards and industry requirements. The Engineer I will work closely with internal departments and contractors to support planning, design, construction, and maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Design Support

• Apply engineering processes and design criteria to develop power system solutions
• Support estimate preparation and develop design options
• Prepare construction specifications and transmit construction packages
• Utilize discipline-specific software applications used in system design
• Support development and maintenance of design standards and criteria

Contractor Oversight & Quality Assurance

• Provide guidance and oversight to approved contractors
• Review contractor-developed design solutions, cost estimates, and construction packages
• Perform quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with company standards

Field & Documentation Support

• Pull mechanical and electrical drawings from drawing repository
• Conduct field walkdowns and mark up drawings for updates
• Sketch system P&IDs for missing drawings and components
• Assign drawing asset/component numbers per company standards
• Develop naming spreadsheets for system components and assets
• Install physical asset tags as required
• Track project progress and provide status updates

Operations & Cross-Functional Support

• Support construction and maintenance teams during day-to-day operations
• Understand planning, design, operation, construction, and maintenance processes
• Collaborate with internal departments involved in system lifecycle management
• Estimate materials required for projects

Safety & Compliance

• Create and maintain a safe work environment by putting safety first
• Ensure designs comply with industry and Southern Company standards

Required Qualifications

• 0–5 years of related engineering experience
• Accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Introductory engineering knowledge
• Basic understanding of discipline-specific design software
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to make limited independent decisions under supervision
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Ability to build effective relationships with plant staff, engineering teams, and vendors