May 13, 2026
Electric Energy Jobs

Power System Coordinator (Transmission System Operator)

Organization:
Southern Company
Region:
Canada, Alabama, Birmingham
End of contest:
July 12, 2026
Type:
Full time
Category:
Coordinator
Description

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.

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.

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Contact

Southern Company

30 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW

Atlanta

Georgia États-Unis

www.southerncompany.com