This position is responsible for developing, validating, and delivering Distribution Engineering training courses as a technical expert within the Power Delivery Engineering training organization. Reporting to the GPC Distribution Principal Trainer, this role partners with SMEs, instructional designers, and field leadership to build high-quality training and deliver instruction aligned with current engineering practices and operational needs.
This is a hands-on opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys mentoring others and contributing to how technical knowledge is developed and shared across the organization. The position offers strong exposure to cross-functional teams and the ability to influence training content and the overall learning experience. Strong technical expertise, communication, and collaboration skills are essential. This role provides a solid path for growth by expanding technical depth, broadening organizational insight, and building technical leadership capability within Power Delivery.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required, with an advanced degree a plus
- Professional Engineer’s license is a plus.
Experience:
- A minimum of 3 years of distribution engineering experience is required
- Previous experience as an Engineering Certification Program trainer or curriculum developer is a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and personal leadership skills.
- In-depth knowledge of the distribution system – experience with design, reliability, maintenance, operations, and/or construction.
- Experience in and technical knowledge of Power Delivery equipment including switches, transformers, relay schemes, voltage regulators, automation devices, SCADA, fault data equipment, etc.
- Knowledge of policies, procedures, & regulatory requirements related to applicable work practices including OSHA, HAZCOM, Human Resources, etc.
- General knowledge of Adult Learning Theory and evaluation procedures used to enhance the development, presentation, and maintenance of training programs is a plus.
- Strong Powerpoint and MS Office skills required
- Ideal candidate will have experience with Learning Management Systems.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Demonstrates all aspects of Our Values behaviors.
- Demonstrated personal commitment to safety excellence.
- Strong oral & written communication skills; ability to convey clear information tailored to the audience.
- Strong customer service skills and proven ability to work proactively and effectively with all levels of employees.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and proactively engage with others.
- Must lead by example and conduct self in a manner that builds trust and confidence with coworkers, stakeholders, and management.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as a Distribution Engineering technical subject matter expert (SME) for training.
- Develop and maintain high-quality training materials, partnering with SMEs, instructional designers, and field leadership to ensure alignment with current engineering standards and operational needs.
- Deliver instructor-led and blended training that is engaging, practical, and reinforces real-world application and safety-focused behaviors.
- Contribute to the development of new courses to address evolving standards, technologies, and workforce needs.
- Support the recruitment, onboarding, and preparedness of SME instructors to ensure consistent and effective training is delivered.
- Identify gaps and drive continuous improvement of the training program through feedback, evaluation, and enhancement of the learning experience.
- Conduct field visits and collaborate with operations personnel, Distribution Standards & Reliability to ensure training materials reflect current work practices and field conditions.
- Research, evaluate, and incorporate updates to company standards and engineering practices into training curriculum.
- Partner with the broader Power Delivery Training team to share resources, support system-wide training efforts, and maintain program consistency.
- Ensure training curriculum aligns with Power Delivery Safety initiatives.
- Support storm restoration efforts, as needed.
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.
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