Job Description

Controls Engineer I

Experience Level: 0–3 Years
Location: Hueytown AL, 35023

Contract- 1 Year

Client- Alabama Power

The Controls Engineer I supports the installation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of protection and control systems used in power substations. This entry-level engineering role is ideal for candidates with a strong electrical engineering foundation who are seeking hands-on experience in utility protection and control systems.

The position requires a solid understanding of electrical principles, relay logic, PLC systems, and the ability to work both independently and under the guidance of senior engineers or project leads.

Key Responsibilities

Protection & Control Systems

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot protection and control relaying systems and associated devices
• Install, program, and maintain microprocessor relays and related equipment
• Perform calibration of protection and control relays and devices
• Support monitoring systems for substation protection

Field & Project Support

• Assist assigned project leads with field assignments
• Support documentation development and updates for protection and control systems
• Participate in process hazard analyses (PHA)
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory requirements

Technical Systems & Equipment

Work with equipment including:

• Microprocessor relays
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
• Sensors
• Pumps and motors
• AC and DC systems

Continuous Learning

• Maintain knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in protection and control

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred)
• 0–3 years of engineering or related experience
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Working knowledge of PLCs and HMIs
• Experience with AC and DC systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Must reside within reasonable commuting distance to assigned APC office location