Protection & Control Fld Svc Supv (SIA)

Protection & Control Field Services Supervisor (SIA) DESCRIPTIONThe APC Power Delivery Protection and Control Field Services (P&CFS) department is seeking a Field Services Supervisor for the Substation Integration & Automation (SIA) group. This position is located in Birmingham, Alabama. Must be willing to live within a commutable distance to assigned office location. This position is responsible for leading and supervising engineers and technicians that perform substation RTU commissioning and maintenance work statewide. This position may be required to perform field work at times as resource requirements dictate, to serve an on-call rotation, and be available to work outside normal business hours. This position will be filled as an exempt level 7.The major job responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:Provide overall leadership and direction to the SIA P&C Field Services work groupEnsure employees know and follow safe behaviors including all rules and proceduresPromote and model safety as a core value using “Safety First” principlesEnsure employees know and follow applicable protection and control policies and proceduresPromote and model Human Performance principles to ensure a culture of operational excellenceEnsure employees are trained/developed and receive timely, meaningful, and constructive performance feedbackManage the SIA work plan which includes construction, preventive maintenance, and emergent workProvide technical guidance and direction for issues related to substation remote terminal units (RTUs)Ensure all compliance requirements are achieved and cybersecurity expectations observedEnsure work is performed and documented as prescribed by SIA policies and procedures Ensure top level customer service is provided to internal and external customersRespond to system problems during normal hours as well as after-hours’ on-call rotationsMotivate the work group in a way to promote a great place to work atmosphereJOB REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT4-year BS Engineering Degree from an ABET accredited institution (Electrical Preferred) and 4 years P&C FS field work experience required OR 2 or 4-year BS/BET Degree in Engineering Technology and 8 years P&C FS field work experience required Eight (8) years of combined experience in P&C Field Services (Protection or SIA), P&C Substation Design, SIA Applications, TMC Substations Maintenance, or System Operations is highly preferredExperience in field testing and commissioning RTUs (DAQ and/or microprocessor based) is requiredExperience in establishing communications between intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) is requiredExperience in testing and commissioning microprocessor field devices is preferredExperience with applicable NERC CIP requirements for substation environments is highly preferredExperience with cybersecurity technology in a substation environment is a plusFormal performance management experience is highly preferredExtensive knowledge of protective relays, relaying schemes and control systems is a plusActive Professional Engineers (PE) License is a plusKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESExtensive knowledge of RTUs and digital communications between intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) is requiredKnowledge of transmission and distribution control schemes and how those schemes interface with SCADAAbility to analyze transmission and distribution system SCADA events as related to customer outages Project management of transmission and distribution substation projectsInteracting with internal customers and external entities on technical and/or compliance issues Performance management, ability to address adverse behaviors and demanding situationsTransmission and distribution protection and control system commissioning and maintenance proceduresTransmission and distribution system operations as related to protection and control issuesKnowledgeable NERC CIP, and other applicable compliance standardsKnowledgeable of industry trends and new technologyAbility to deal with heavy workloads, multiple tasks, and conflicting demandsCommunicates effectively through written reports, well-organized presentations, and oral discussionsBEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTESSafety First principles and a leader in safetyOperational Excellence - strong adherence to Human Performance principlesModels “Our Values” behaviors with emphasis on leadership, teamwork, planning, problem solving, customer service, initiative, and personal responsibilityDevelop and maintain professional relationships at all levelsProactively identifies and resolves issues and challengesFollows through on commitments with timely and quality resultsTechnical coach that promotes the development of othersMotivating others through leadership and communication skillsLifelong learner, looking for opportunities to grow and develop in knowledge and understandingAbility to influence others, deal with heavy workloads, multiple tasks, and conflicting demandsOTHER REQUIREMENTSMust have a valid driver's licenseMust pass background investigation and requirements for access at Southern Nuclear and CIP Medium Transmission facilities.Must serve an on-call rotation and be available to work outside normal business hours.Travel overnight 25% of timeMust live in or be willing to relocate to commutable distance of the Birmingham, Alabama office location. Partial relocation assistance may be available Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama. For more information, visit and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower). Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit . Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process. 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. Alabama PowerFull timePosting Date: 2026-10-02