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What is it like to work at Southern?

Southern Company is a utility company that values a culture of innovation, customer satisfaction, and community involvement. The company operates through various subsidiaries, including Alabama Power, Georgia Power, and Mississippi Power, with a focus on providing reliable and sustainable energy solutions to its customers. Working at Southern Company may appeal to candidates who are interested in a career in the energy industry, with opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic and customer-focused environment.

What makes Southern an attractive place to work?

Southern is a well-established company with a strong presence in the industry, known for its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. The company's workplace culture values collaboration, diversity, and employee growth, offering opportunities for professional development and skill-building through training programs and mentorship initiatives. By joining Southern, individuals can contribute to the company's mission and make a meaningful impact while advancing their careers in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Do workers at Southern Company get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
83% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Does Southern Company pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
78% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

At Southern Company, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
85% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from Southern Company affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
89% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Southern Company?

Most people get paid time off work.
87% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Only some people find out their schedule four weeks ahead of time.
  • 27% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 9% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 64% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Do workers at Southern Company worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
100% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Do Southern Company workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
40% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

How easy is it for Southern Company workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
38% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Southern Company?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
82% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do Southern Company managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
93% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Do jobs at Southern Company spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
13% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Southern Company?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
86% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Is working at Southern Company good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
40% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Southern Company feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
87% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Southern Company get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
75% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Southern Company?

Some people feel stressed here.
45% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Southern Company enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
67% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Southern Company recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
78% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Southern Company?

Most people got enough training when they started.
68% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Southern Company?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 74% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people think Southern Company’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
57% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Southern Company is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
74% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

What other companies are hiring for Electrical Engineer jobs?

What are the most popular jobs at Southern?

What are the most popular categories at Southern?

Infographic showing various Electrical Engineer job openings at Southern in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 90% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Electrical Design Engineer, Power Generation Systems - Alabama

Southern Company

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Southern Company rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


Electrical Design Engineer, Power Generation Systems - Alabama
Southern Company Services Technical Shared Services - Engineering Electrical Design
*PLEASE NOTE* This posting serves to fill multiple Engineer positions in the Electrical Design Department at the following location:
  • Birmingham, AL - The Energy Center

WORK LOCATION, SCHEDULE, & TRAVEL
  • Positions will be based out of the locations listed above. However, candidates living outside of these areas may be considered with the expectation they could successfully telework and be physically present in-office and/or field location on a routine (see below) and as-needed basis.
  • Hybrid work schedule (both in-office and telecommute); currently four (4) days in-office and one (1) day telecommute (subject to adjustment).
  • Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commute distance.
  • This position will require some travel (day and overnight, up to 25%) and the ability to work successfully in a remote/virtual environment with access to internet service.

JOB SUMMARY
These positions are responsible for leading and executing detailed design activities on electrical power systems at power generating facilities across the Southern Company fleet. This includes but is not limited to quality assurance, governance, cost control, schedule adherence, project development and scope, guidance documents, adherence to standards, best practice reviews, and project closeout. These positions will produce engineering drawings, specifications, and material requirements to facilitate construction, operation, and maintenance of electrical power systems. Activities will be executed with an emphasis on safety, quality, scheduling, and costs. The role will be responsible for providing technical direction and Quality Assurance reviews for detailed design activities. These positions require some travel (approximately 25%) and the ability to work successfully in an office environment, a remote/virtual environment with access to internet service, and an industrial/plant environment.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
  • Develop electrical design documents for power generation facilities.
  • Assist in the evaluation and purchase of electrical equipment.
  • Review vendor design documents to ensure conformance to design requirements.
  • Coordinate work with other disciplines, clients, suppliers, and contractors.
  • Provide on-site support during construction, startup, and checkout.
  • Develop scope definition documents, estimates, and provide schedule inputs.
  • Prepare material take-offs for cost estimates and material procurement.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution/program is required.
  • Advanced degree in related field is a plus.
  • Professional Registration desired but not required.

Work Experience:
  • Electrical system design and/or engineering experience is required, preferably within heavy industrial facilities or new construction projects.
  • Experience completing technical assignments with limited instructions from supervision.
  • Scope development, schedule input, material takeoffs, and fabrication drawing review.
  • Experience developing electrical power system design including single line, elementary, and wiring diagrams.
  • 3D modeling experience or ability to learn 3D software preferred.
  • Electrical Design codes and standards.
  • Proficiency in AutoDesk Suite and Microsoft Office products.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • High level of initiative and ability to effectively plan, organize, and execute assigned work.
  • Effective oral and written communication of technical topics.
  • Self-starter and strong problem-solving skills.
  • Customer focus with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers and solicit feedback.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
  • Model Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
  • Considerable interpersonal skills with a focus on providing value to customers.
  • Work proficiently as part of a team and independently.
  • Exhibit and promote a positive, "can do" attitude.
  • Commitment as a team member to building and maintaining an inclusive work environment.

***Please submit an updated resume with your application***
About Us
About Southern Company
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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