Protection & Control Applications Engineer I
Location- Forest Park GA 30297 HYBRID

Client- Southern Company Services

Contract- 6 Months

Experience Level: 0–5 Years
Industry: Utilities / Power Distribution / Substations
Education: Accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Required)

Position Summary
The Protection & Control (P&C) Applications Engineer I supports distribution substation capital and reliability projects by applying standard protection philosophies, relay settings, and engineering principles. This entry-level role focuses on developing technical expertise under guidance while contributing to individual project deliverables.

The Engineer I will assist in reviewing protection schemes, performing fault studies, maintaining relay asset data, and ensuring compliance with applicable industry standards.

Key Responsibilities
Protection & Control Engineering Support
Apply standard protection philosophies and relay settings to distribution substation capital projects

Implement requested settings changes from Distribution Reliability work groups

Review substation prints and protection schemes to evaluate:

Dependability

Reliability

Security

Protection zones

P&C equipment applications

Power System Studies & Modeling
Perform power system modeling and fault studies in support of:

Customer requests

Capital projects

Reliability initiatives

Asset & Data Management
Manage relay asset information within:

CAPE

STOMP

Vault

Maintain accurate documentation and repository records

Compliance & Standards
Complete deliverables that comply with:

NERC

SERC

Other applicable industry standards

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline

0–5 years of related engineering experience

Basic understanding of power systems and protection concepts

Introductory knowledge of engineering principles and procedures

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to follow established procedures and work under supervision

Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset

Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with:

CAPE

STOMP

Vault

Exposure to distribution substations or protection schemes

Understanding of industry compliance standards (NERC, SERC)

Work Environment
Office-based engineering role supporting distribution operations

Collaboration with:

Field staff

Design engineering teams

Vendors and reliability teams

Focused on individual projects with mentorship from senior engineers