Job Description

Reliability Engineer

Description

Reliability Engineer Power Delivery

Summary of Position Duties:

This position is responsible for developing and providing oversight for MPCs system reliability strategy and working closely with both the Northern and Coast Divisions to ensure its successful implementation. Furthermore, this position is responsible for working with various workgroups within CSO to analyze and review system outages to accurately report both PEP and SOCO reliability results on a monthly basis, along with any ad-hoc reliability data requests. This position is responsible for providing responses to regulatory requests and developing presentations and supporting reliability information as requested. The successful candidate will chair the MPC Reliability Committee and provide oversight and direction for company reliability projects based on the projected capital spend for each calendar year while also representing the company on other committees such as the SOCO Reliability Committee and SEE Power Quality and Reliability Committee.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

* Responsible for developing and providing oversight and direction for MPCs Distribution system reliability strategy.

* Provide direction for Division operations personnel to implement the reliability strategy and support improving system reliability performance.

* Daily monitoring of trouble reports and interaction with the division and customer operations on TCMS corrections and/or updates

* Work with divisions/operations to find methods to enhance the review of outages, TCMS corrections, Consistent Coding, Recurring Trouble, etc

* Prepare timely, thorough, accurate, reports and presentations for PEP and SOCO reliability results

* Chair the MPC Reliability Council to provide oversight and direction for company reliability projects

* Represent MPC on various internal and external committees (SOCO Benchmarking Steering Committee, SOCO Reliability Committee, MPC Reliability Committee, SEE Power Quality and Reliability Committee, etc.)

* Provide engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of reliability problems in the Distribution design area.

* Ensure accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, reporting, and monitoring of the distribution system.

* Strive to continually improve job-related, engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance.

* Develop positive working relationships to effectively communicate company reliability metrics.

* Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.

* Maintain accurate records and files.

* Support the company's goals and represent the company positively and professionally.

* Must be available after hours as required to provide leadership and assist in emergency restoration.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

* Bachelor of Science in the following Engineering disciplines from an ABET accredited program: Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil.

* Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.

* Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.

Desired Qualifications

* Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

* Demonstrated good understanding of electric utility and facility design standards, specifications and requirements for electrical projects, and the ability to produce construction documents.

* Demonstrated understanding of construction management skills and practices.

* Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid changes in priorities, and remain calm and effective in stressful situations.

* Demonstrated ability to meet required deadlines while simultaneously completing other tasks.

* Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, partners, customers, and the public by adapting to various personality styles in a professional manner.

* Experience and demonstrated written and oral communications skills, including the ability to present information, facilitate meetings, and provide direction to others.

* Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

* Understanding of basic principles of project management

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Familiarization with TCMS, JETS, DistGIS, CSS, and Microsoft Works Suite

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

* Strong technical writing skills preferred.

* Strong project management and organizational skills

* Ability to maintain attention to details in written and spoken communication is required.

* Ability to utilize excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong, positive relationships with employees and customers.

* Ability to work in a team environment

* Ability to prioritize work activities and manage time effectively

Behavioral Attributes:

* Demonstrates Our Values and Principle Centered Leadership

Mississippi Power a subsidiary of Southern Company, serves southeast Mississippi. We have a history of customer and community service, economic development leadership, environmental stewardship and employee involvement.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com.

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.

Job Field: Engineering

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Mississippi-Coastal Area-Gulfport

Operating Company: Mississippi Power Company

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

MPC Operations Center (16006gulfport)

16006 Vick Road

Gulfport, 39503

Req ID: MPC2001972