PowerSouth Energy Cooperative
Engineering Assistant III (Telecom Services Department)
PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, Andalusia, Alabama, United States, 36420
Overview
Engineering Assistant III (Telecom Services Department) at
PowerSouth Energy Cooperative . Responsibilities
Assists with the preparation of detailed designs in the areas of Transmission and Substation Engineering, Operations, Construction, System Protection and Control, and Telecommunications according to all applicable specifications and standards; assists with the development of detailed design drawings of substation structures and assemblies, engineering and operations one-line diagrams, foundation plans, site plans, transmission structures and assemblies, revenue metering schemes, system protection relaying and control schemes, AC and DC load centers, and/or conduit and cable sizing; assists with monitoring and troubleshooting communications networks and computer systems, for example the Network Operations Center (NOC), billing support, tower/building/rack topology drawings; assists with the development of design templates to be utilized in each application. Assists with the preparation of hardware and software configurations for electric utility processes and systems such as SCADA, and/or other engineering software; assists with the development of RTU (Remote Terminal Unit) configurations, HMI (Human Machine Interface) configurations, NMS (Network Management System) configuration and design, design templates for structure and assembly configurations and application of engineering software to support Transmission, Distribution and/or Industry Compliance. Ensures materials and assets are captured accurately within PowerSouth's database in the areas of substations, transmission lines, and communications structures; updating of system records such as as-built drawings and configuration files for transmission lines, substations, communications structures and other PowerSouth assets; assists with the development of the overall bill of materials and compiling a complete and specific list of all materials and equipment to facilitate timely acquisition for construction of projects. Performs occasional field work including assisting with material inspection, equipment commissioning, and documentation of existing facilities, field surveys and measurements. Promotes teamwork and accountability by communicating effectively within PowerSouth and with member systems, upholding standards of respect, integrity, and trustworthiness. Minimum Qualifications
The purpose of this position is to provide engineering and design support and application of equipment to support the areas of Telecommunications, Transmission and Substation Engineering, Operations, Construction, System Protection and Control, and SCADA systems. This position requires an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Industrial Electronics, Computer-Aided Drafting or a closely related field. In lieu of a degree, two (2) years of related experience in telecommunications, substation operations, transmission lines, system protection, power plant operations, or drafting design will be considered. Benefits
Medical and Dental Insurance Pension Plan funded 100% by the company 401(k) Plan with up to 5% employer match Group Life Benefits Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Paid Holidays Paid Personal and Sick Leave Educational Assistance Application and Other Details
Employment is subject to a negative drug screen, background check, and completion of a comprehensive application for employment. Interested persons who meet the above qualifications may apply on PowerSouth's website at www.powersouth.com/careers by September 11, 2025. EOE, including disability/vets
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Engineering Assistant III (Telecom Services Department) at
PowerSouth Energy Cooperative . Responsibilities
Assists with the preparation of detailed designs in the areas of Transmission and Substation Engineering, Operations, Construction, System Protection and Control, and Telecommunications according to all applicable specifications and standards; assists with the development of detailed design drawings of substation structures and assemblies, engineering and operations one-line diagrams, foundation plans, site plans, transmission structures and assemblies, revenue metering schemes, system protection relaying and control schemes, AC and DC load centers, and/or conduit and cable sizing; assists with monitoring and troubleshooting communications networks and computer systems, for example the Network Operations Center (NOC), billing support, tower/building/rack topology drawings; assists with the development of design templates to be utilized in each application. Assists with the preparation of hardware and software configurations for electric utility processes and systems such as SCADA, and/or other engineering software; assists with the development of RTU (Remote Terminal Unit) configurations, HMI (Human Machine Interface) configurations, NMS (Network Management System) configuration and design, design templates for structure and assembly configurations and application of engineering software to support Transmission, Distribution and/or Industry Compliance. Ensures materials and assets are captured accurately within PowerSouth's database in the areas of substations, transmission lines, and communications structures; updating of system records such as as-built drawings and configuration files for transmission lines, substations, communications structures and other PowerSouth assets; assists with the development of the overall bill of materials and compiling a complete and specific list of all materials and equipment to facilitate timely acquisition for construction of projects. Performs occasional field work including assisting with material inspection, equipment commissioning, and documentation of existing facilities, field surveys and measurements. Promotes teamwork and accountability by communicating effectively within PowerSouth and with member systems, upholding standards of respect, integrity, and trustworthiness. Minimum Qualifications
The purpose of this position is to provide engineering and design support and application of equipment to support the areas of Telecommunications, Transmission and Substation Engineering, Operations, Construction, System Protection and Control, and SCADA systems. This position requires an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Industrial Electronics, Computer-Aided Drafting or a closely related field. In lieu of a degree, two (2) years of related experience in telecommunications, substation operations, transmission lines, system protection, power plant operations, or drafting design will be considered. Benefits
Medical and Dental Insurance Pension Plan funded 100% by the company 401(k) Plan with up to 5% employer match Group Life Benefits Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Paid Holidays Paid Personal and Sick Leave Educational Assistance Application and Other Details
Employment is subject to a negative drug screen, background check, and completion of a comprehensive application for employment. Interested persons who meet the above qualifications may apply on PowerSouth's website at www.powersouth.com/careers by September 11, 2025. EOE, including disability/vets
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