Engineer I – Power Systems Design
Location: Moss Point, MS Contract 6 Months
Client: Southern Company
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Engineer I to support engineering design, construction, and maintenance activities within a utility and power environment.

This role is ideal for early-career engineers who are interested in power systems, utility infrastructure, and engineering design. The Engineer I will support design development, construction package preparation, CAD updates, material estimating, and coordination with internal teams and contractors.

The ideal candidate will possess foundational engineering knowledge, CAD experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and a willingness to learn utility engineering processes and standards.

Key Responsibilities
Engineering Design & Support
Apply engineering processes, design criteria, and software applications to support power-related system design and construction.
Assist in developing:
Design solutions
Construction packages
Engineering specifications
Material estimates
Support preparation of project estimates and engineering documentation.
CAD & Drawing Management
Perform walkdowns and field verification activities.
Mark up and update:
Mechanical drawings
Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
Engineering documentation
Utilize CAD software to revise and maintain design drawings.
Construction & Project Support
Support construction and maintenance teams during project execution and daily operations.
Assist with transmitting construction packages and supporting specifications.
Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and plant personnel to ensure project accuracy and compliance.
Quality Assurance & Standards
Provide oversight and quality reviews for contractor-developed design solutions and construction packages.
Support adherence to:
Utility engineering standards
Safety requirements
Design procedures
Southern Company engineering standards
Safety & Operations
Promote a safe work environment by prioritizing safety in all activities.
Gain understanding of:
Planning processes
Design practices
Construction operations
Maintenance activities
Collaborate with cross-functional internal departments supporting utility operations.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in:
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Engineering Technology
Related Engineering discipline
Degree must be from an accredited institution.
Experience
0–5 years of related engineering experience.
Minimum 2 years of CAD experience required.
Experience walking down, marking up, and updating:
Mechanical drawings
P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams)
Technical Skills
Familiarity with:
Engineering design software
CAD applications
Construction drawings
Utility or industrial systems
Basic understanding of engineering principles and design processes.