Meter Engineer / Assoc. Meter Engineer / Meter Specialist - Forest Park, GA

DESCRIPTION

Primary job location is at the General Services Headquarters in Forest Park, GA. This position will be filled as a Meter Engineer, Meter Analyst or Meter Specialist depending on the skills, education, and experience qualifications of the successful candidate.

NOTE: Relocation assistance may be provided.

JOB SUMMARY

This position reports to the Manager, Metering Services and is primarily responsible for engineering projects.  These projects may include design and development, product testing, quality assurance or special projects. This position will also cross-train with Field Personnel including Interchange Meter Specialists responsible for interchange metering, intra-tie metering, Georgia Integrated Transmission System (ITS) load metering, substation metering, and generation/IPP metering.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for application engineering, specifications and testing of meters/meter systems including electronic meters, instrument transformers, data communications interfaces including AMI, Ethernet LAN/WAN or wireless radios on meter products ranging from residential customers up through commercial, industrial, generation and bulk power systems.
• Advanced meter data analysis and verification including AMI data, pulse data, SCADA, energy logs and MV90. - Software quality, performance and compatibility testing including electricity meter vendor application software, meter firmware and related configuration files for correct operation and billing accuracy.
• Product testing of revenue meters and systems and associated software.
• Understand and interpret relevant industry standards and specifications including ANSI C12, UL, NEMA, IEEE, etc.
• Coordinate work with various organizations and stakeholders.
• Project manage engineering projects.
• Provide support to all Metering Services customers, both internal and external.
• Must communicate to other departments and work well with personnel at all levels to be effective in this position.
• Maintain documentation files and records for all projects relating to electricity metering product approvals including design, development, and testing activities.
• This position will provide support to the annual Sample Test Program requirements / results that are reported to the Georgia Public Service Commission.
• This position will also provide support to the meter inventory management system (WattNet Plus).
• This position will provide support to customer facing meter data programs (Energy Direct).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering discipline (electrical, mechanical, or industrial) from an accredited college or university is strongly preferred.
• In lieu of technical degree, the candidate may qualify with a minimum of five (5) years of specific electric metering experience including meter programming, calibration/testing, application of instrument transformers and intimate knowledge of electric metering products.

Preferred Experience Requirements:

• Prior experience working with electric utility high-end metering including meter calibration/testing and substation equipment.
• Experience with a broad range of electricity meters and vendor software packages including AMI smart meters and high-end meters such as Sensus iConA, Honeywell (Elster) A3, Aclara I-210+c, Schneider ION 8300/8500/8600, Landis + Gyr Focus/Elite, etc.
• Experience with associated meter software packages including Maxcom, ION Enterprise, 1132COM, 1132PROG, Metercat, Metermate, FlexNet Utility or Spotlight.
• Experience with electric utility system components such as revenue meters, SCADA/RTU, transducers, instrument transformers, generating plant systems, substation systems, RS-232/RS-485/DNP3/IP communications preferred.
• Able to demonstrate excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to develop and analyze drawings, blueprints, one-lines, schematics, specifications, proposals, and any other necessary project documentation.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Broad knowledge of electricity meters, meter software packages and meter systems.
• Must be able to perform accurate engineering calculations of power system quantities and metering values.
• Ability to schedule and prioritize work.
• Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. - Detail oriented.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems to make sound and timely engineering decisions based on experience and appropriate industry practices.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Must be able to work safely.
• Exhibit a high degree of initiative, personal responsibility, and professionalism.
• Detailed, dependable, flexible, and innovative.
• Effective communications with stakeholders, team and management.
• Must be a team player.
• Must be customer focused.

Other:

• Travel which may include overnight trips (based on business needs) - could be up to 25% of time.
• Valid driver's license required and a safe driving record.
• Must be comfortable working alone and able to lift 70 lbs.

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.

•Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record 
 

Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million 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 solutions provider 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 customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas 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 has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com. 

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

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.