Protection & Control Technician

Description

Job Summary

The P&C System Control Technician provides support for Remote Terminal Units (RTU's) used for real-time transmission operations using standard SCADA protocols as well as intra-substation OT device communication using standard industrial control system (ICS) protocols.

This position will be responsible for installing, troubleshooting & repairing 1) RTU's & other SCADA equipment, 2) substation ICS-based communications systems and 3) substation equipment monitor sensors. Major consumers of the real-time data provided by System Protection & Control include the MPC Transmission Control Center, the MPC Distribution Operations Center, the Power Coordination Center and the Condition-Based Maintenance & Diagnostics Center.

Job Requirements

Education Requirements

• An Associate’s Degree in Electronic Technology or equivalent is desired.
• Equivalent work experience will be considered.

Experience Requirements

• Previous experience with RTU's, microprocessor based protective relays, ICS protocols, or SCADA systems is highly recommended
• Previous field experience is desired.
• Basic understanding of electric utility control circuitry is desired.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• A good understanding of SCADA systems; RTU functionality; communication equipment; ICS protocols
• Excellent computer skills
• Proven troubleshooting skills
• Ability to perform communication protocol analysis
• Must be customer focused; self-directed and highly motivated; able to contribute in a team environment as well as work alone
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks in an ever changing environment
• Must be able to meet deadlines
• Some overnight travel and extended work days are required
• Electrical blueprint/schematic reading
• Oral & written communications

Job Responsibilities

• Configure, install, troubleshoot & repair RTU's, substation communication equipment and substation equipment monitoring systems
• Understand ICS communications protocols and have the ability to analyze
• Understand electric utility control circuitry and have the ability to troubleshoot
• Participate in the department's call-out program as required.

Mississippi Power a subsidiary of Southern Company, serves southeast Mississippi. We have a history of customer and community service, economic development leadership, environmental stewardship and employee involvement.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies 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 . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com.

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.

Job Field: Information Technology

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Mississippi-Coastal Area-Gulfport

Operating Company: Mississippi Power Company

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Union Covered: No

Work Location(s):

MPC Operations Center (16006gulfport)

16006 Vick Road

Gulfport, 39503

Req ID: MPC2002328