Supplier Quality Engineer / Coordinator (Transmission Manufacturing Focus) - Atlanta or Birmingham

Supplier Quality Engineer / Coordinator (Transmission Manufacturing Focus) - Atlanta or Birmingham

SCS, Technical Shared Services, Generation & Transmission Quality Department

WORK LOCATION & TRAVEL

• This position will be in either Birmingham, AL or Forest Park, GA (Metro Atlanta) based on candidate’s preference.
• This position will require a mix of field and office work.
• Field work can include site visits to suppliers’ shops and various project locations.
• Requires approximately 50% travel, including both domestic and international destinations.
• Ideal for candidates who enjoy traveling and working in manufacturing environments—this role offers frequent opportunities to be hands-on and on the move.

POSITION SUMMARY

Southern Company’s Supplier Quality team brings deep expertise in manufacturing processes, welding, coating inspection, and quality systems. As a Supplier Engineer, you will play a critical role in supporting Transmission projects, particularly Power Delivery Grid Modernization, by ensuring that suppliers deliver high-quality materials and equipment that meet Southern Company’s specifications.

In this role, you will work closely with suppliers of Transmission components to monitor and improve product quality. Your responsibilities will include conducting supplier site visits, performing inspections and surveillances, tracking and resolving customer issues, and verifying compliance with corrective actions. You will serve as a key liaison between suppliers and internal teams, ensuring that Engineering and Procurement are informed of supplier performance and corrective action outcomes.

This position is essential to maintaining the integrity and reliability of Transmission infrastructure through proactive supplier engagement and rigorous quality oversight.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide manufacturing Subject Matter Expertise (SME).
• Monitor supplier quality performance and form partnerships to drive continuous improvement.
• Respond to quality issues and communicate with external suppliers and internal customers.
• Conduct capability assessments and process validations to support supplier selection activities.
• Interface with Engineering and Procurement to ensure suppliers meet Southern Company quality standards.
• Track supplier quality concerns from internal customers and conduct follow-through for timely resolutions.
• Perform inspections and determine acceptability of various equipment and material such as transmission line and substation products (poles, hardware, conductor, etc.), structural steel, transformers, steam turbines, hydro turbines, gas turbines, fans, motors and pumps, and various other power delivery and generation equipment.
• Review suppliers’ Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Hire and manage 3rd party inspectors to conduct inspections at supplier facilities.
• Review Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions for defective materials and make recommendations as needed.
• Analyze non-conformance trends to evaluate effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Participate in or lead problem solving teams as assigned.
• Provide regular updates to the customer on the status of corrective actions.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related 4-year technical degree is required.

Experience & Skills:

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing and/or fabricating required.
• Experience interfacing with customers and suppliers.
• 3+ years of experience in general industry quality or related field.
• Experience developing and delivering presentations to management.
• Skilled in MS Office including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote.

Additional Requirements:

• Maintain adherence to all safety guidelines.
• Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Proactive approach to improving quality through cross functional teams, ensure participation by all team members in continual improvement, and cost reduction activities.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work in a team environment, establishing partnerships both internally and externally.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to pivot direction with changing customer needs.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits packages which includes:

+ Medical and dental coverage

+ Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan

+ Performance-sharing plan

+ 401(k) plan with a generous company match

+ Bonus opportunities

+ Tuition Reimbursement

• Please submit an updated resume with your application_

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.

Job Identification: 15376

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services