Electrical & (I&C) Central Design Engineer - Plant Farley

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Electrical & (I&C) Central Design Engineer - Plant Farley

Columbia, AL, United States

Job Description

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Plant Farley & Southern Nuclear

Plant Farley, located near Dothan, Alabama, is a key part of Southern Nuclear’s fleet, providing safe, reliable, carbon‑free nuclear energy to the Southeast. Engineers supporting Farley work in a collaborative, safety‑focused environment where design excellence, operational rigor, and continuous improvement are core expectations. The Farley site offers a strong sense of community, access to outdoor recreation, and a high quality of life while supporting work of critical national importance.

Key Responsibilities

The Central Design Electrical / I&C Engineer is responsible for the following:

• Lead and develop engineering analyses, calculations, and design packages for electrical power and I&C systems
• Design and implement fleet‑wide and site‑specific plant modifications supporting major capital and modernization projects
• Perform and oversee power system studies, including load flow, short‑circuit, motor starting, and dynamic response analyses
• Support digital control systems, including PLC‑based platforms, industrial networks, and plant software systems
• Provide engineering support for real‑time plant issues, troubleshooting, and emergent problem resolution
• Develop technical specifications, evaluate vendor proposals, and support procurement and vendor oversight
• Ensure design integrity through configuration management, setpoint control, and design basis maintenance
• Support regulatory‑driven design processes in accordance with Southern Nuclear engineering standards

Technical Environment

Engineers in this role work within a highly technical and regulated design environment that includes:

• Electrical power system modeling tools (e.g., ETAP or equivalent)
• Industrial Control Systems (ICS), PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and digital plant platforms
• Software‑based engineering tools supporting nuclear design and configuration control
• Rigorous nuclear quality, documentation, and change‑management processes

This position provides exposure across the entire Southern Nuclear fleet, not just a single site.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program

Background / Experience Requirements

Preferred qualifications include

• 3+ years of experience in electrical, digital, or I&C engineering
• Experience developing engineering design modifications in industrial or power generation environments
• Working knowledge of power system behavior, including fault analysis and dynamic response
• Experience using ETAP or similar electrical modeling tools
• Familiarity with industrial control systems or digital plant infrastructure
• Exposure to nuclear, power generation, or other highly regulated industries

Other Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex technical issues
• Ability to lead small technical efforts or engineering initiatives
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines, including operations, digital, cyber, and project teams
• Curiosity and initiative to evaluate and implement emerging technologies

Location & Travel

• Primary location: Birmingham Energy Center
• Alternate Southern Nuclear locations may be considered based on candidate
• Travel up to 25% to support Plant Farley and fleet implementation activities

Southern Nuclear Culture

Southern Nuclear engineers operate with a safety‑first mindset while delivering high‑reliability solutions. The organization values:

• Technical excellence
• Accountability and ownership
• Collaboration across the fleet
• Continuous improvement and innovation

About Us

Southern Nuclear, a subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), is a leader among the nation’s nuclear energy facility operators and an innovator in advanced nuclear technologies. Southern Nuclear is an essential part of Southern Company’s energy portfolio, operating over 8,200 MW across eight nuclear energy units in Alabama and Georgia at the Joseph M. Farley Nuclear Plant near Dothan, Ala., the Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant near Baxley, Ga., and the Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant near Waynesboro, Ga.

The company recently achieved commercial operation on Vogtle Units 3&4, representing an historic achievement for the nuclear industry and the country. Vogtle Units 3&4 are the first new nuclear units to reach commercial operation and be built in the United States in the last three decades. Southern Nuclear is a recognized leader in the industry in nuclear and fuel innovation, having been the first to deploy Accident Tolerant Fuels and winning over 10 consecutive Top Innovative Practice (TIP) Awards and eight EPRI awards.

For more than 40 years, Southern Nuclear has operated nuclear energy facilities at the highest levels of safety and reliability, generating carbon-free electricity for millions of homes and businesses. The company’s headquarters is in Birmingham, Ala.

Twitter: @SouthernNuclear; Facebook: facebook.com/southernnuclear; www.southernnuclear.com

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 www.southerncompany.com.

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 https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. 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.

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Job Info

• Job Identification19269
• Job CategoryEngineering
• Posting Date07/06/2026, 11:20 AM
• LocationsPlant Farley
• Apply Before07/19/2026, 11:55 PM
• Job ScheduleFull time

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