Protection & Control Technician
Southern CompanyGulfport, Mississippi, United States
Posted December 17, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Southern Company is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies.
Job Description
The P&C System Control Technician provides support for Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) 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 role also provides comprehensive support for Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) equipment and sensors to ensure accurate monitoring and diagnostics of critical substation assets.
Requirements
- An Associate’s Degree in Electronic Technology or equivalent is desired.
- Previous experience with RTU's, condition-based equipment and sensors, 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.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Annual incentive awards for eligible employees
- Health, welfare and retirement benefits
- Additional compensation, such as an incentive program