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Distribution Engineer/Engineering Associate/Engineering Rep.

Lawrenceville, GA
Full-Time

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

This position will be required to handle all day-to-day engineering work activities in an assigned area. Responsibilities include service design, estimating, and coordinating construction for multiple overhead and underground residential, new business and other construction projects. Candidate must provide superior customer service and be able to prepare and schedule construction of jobs to meet committed service dates. Candidate will write and execute switching orders to effectively maintain, operate, and assist in the distribution planning of the system for reliability. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for processing all documentation in accordance with Compliance requirements. Other duties will include handling customer inquiries (voltage complaints, claims, etc.) and assisting with Distribution compliance and asset management programs. Candidate will also participate in the on-call trouble supervision rotation and must be available after business hours for local, out-of-town, and out of-state trouble and storm restoration.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Engineer and Engineering Associate 

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (From ABET Accredited School)
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology 
  • Bachelor's Degree in Math or Science 

Engineering Representative 

  • Experience in Utility industry or related field
  • 2- 4 years degree from Accredited School or EUT certification a plus
  • Previous Distribution Engineering Experience is a plus
  • Distribution and or related Engineering experience with a power utility company is a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Proficient with MS office products and other related engineering Software systems highly desired.
  • Strong Technical Engineering Skills and understanding of Power Systems a plus
  • General engineering and or construction principles a plus Knowledge of electrical system operations, distribution systems, underground and overhead construction practices a plus
  • Ability to prioritize and organize work to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.
  • Excellent project management skills that lead to desired results.
  • Ability to work with customers and others as a team member.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate and build positive relationships with customers, engineers, customer service, sales, corporate partners and line crew personnel.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Good Attitude and Ability to provide excellent customer service both internally and externally
  • Must have valid driver’s license.

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 
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JOB SUMMARY

This position will be required to handle all day-to-day engineering work activities in an assigned area. Responsibilities include service design, estimating, and coordinating construction for multiple overhead and underground residential, new business and other construction projects. Candidate must provide superior customer service and be able to prepare and schedule construction of jobs to meet committed service dates. Candidate will write and execute switching orders to effectively maintain, operate, and assist in the distribution planning of the system for reliability. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for processing all documentation in accordance with Compliance requirements. Other duties will include handling customer inquiries (voltage complaints, claims, etc.) and assisting with Distribution compliance and asset management programs. Candidate will also participate in the on-call trouble supervision rotation and must be available after business hours for local, out-of-town, and out of-state trouble and storm restoration.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Engineer and Engineering Associate 

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (From ABET Accredited School)
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology 
  • Bachelor's Degree in Math or Science 

Engineering Representative 

  • Experience in Utility industry or related field
  • 2- 4 years degree from Accredited School or EUT certification a plus
  • Previous Distribution Engineering Experience is a plus
  • Distribution and or related Engineering experience with a power utility company is a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Proficient with MS office products and other related engineering Software systems highly desired.
  • Strong Technical Engineering Skills and understanding of Power Systems a plus
  • General engineering and or construction principles a plus Knowledge of electrical system operations, distribution systems, underground and overhead construction practices a plus
  • Ability to prioritize and organize work to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.
  • Excellent project management skills that lead to desired results.
  • Ability to work with customers and others as a team member.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate and build positive relationships with customers, engineers, customer service, sales, corporate partners and line crew personnel.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Good Attitude and Ability to provide excellent customer service both internally and externally
  • Must have valid driver’s license.

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 
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About Southern Company

Southern Company is one of the largest energy providers in the United States. Based in Atlanta, Southern Company owns electric utilities in four states, natural gas distribution utilities 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.

The men and women who work at Southern Company understand that we don’t simply provide a product or service. Clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy is essential to our way of life. More than 100 years ago, our company played a major role in the growth and prosperity of the South – and we continue to play a role today through our support of economic development and our philanthropic efforts. We believe the communities we serve should be better off because we’re there.

Our principal business is to make, move and sell energy. Those are the “whats” of our business. But it’s the “hows” that make us different. The actions of our employees are what truly define us and have earned us a high level of trust among our customers, shareholders and regulators.

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Distribution Engineer/Engineering Associate/Engineering Rep.
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Jun 12, 2026
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