Generation Development Engineer/Analyst - Asset Implementation

SCS Generation Planning & Development

This position will be primarily located at APC Headquarters in Birmingham, AL or GPC Headquarters in Atlanta, GA and will require moderate overnight travel; relocation will be considered.

POSITION SUMMARY

Generation Development is primarily responsible for assisting Southern Company’s retail operating companies with the siting, development, deployment and acquisition of power generation and energy storage resources. This position will support the project team associated with the deployment of new generation resources through commercial operation.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist asset implementation project manager on all aspects of project implementation including:

  • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation

  • Project budget forecasting and actuals reporting

  • Contract Management

  • Engineering design review

  • Construction monitoring

  • Performance of economic evaluations and profitability analysis using spreadsheets, production simulation software and financial models

  • Preparation and presentation of project status and results to all levels of enterprise-wide management and peer groups

  • Supporting the electrical interconnection process integrating new generation resources into the Southern Company transmission system

• Support development and implementation of appropriate solutions addressing project challenges through identification and response to all circumstances that affect the revenue requirements of the project.

  • These affects include changes to the project's performance, cost or schedule encompassing the timeframe from project award through some defined period post commercial operation

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, applied science, mathematics, accounting, economics or finance required

• Advanced degree is desirable

Skills, Abilities & Experience:

• Demonstrated analytical, interpersonal, and creative problem-solving skills

• Experienced in the development and tracking of budgets and/or financial reporting

• Proven written and oral communication skills presenting complex information

• Knowledge and experience in the development, implementation and operation of power generation and/or storage technologies highly desired

• Understanding of electrical interconnection process high desired

• Experience in construction and/or contract management highly desired

• Proficiency with standard analytical and business software such as Microsoft Office applications is required

• Exhibits high proficiency in the development and delivery of information using PowerPoint and other visual messaging software

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Role model of Southern Company Values at all times

• Self-starter with a confirmed work ethic and personal accountability

• Performs work in an organized, detail-oriented manner

• Ability to develop, maintain and rely on close, constructive working relationships with customers, business partners, and all internal and external stakeholders

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• This position will require 25%+ travel (day-trip & overnight), primarily within the Southern Company retail footprint

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*

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial 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 infrastructure company 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 our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero 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 and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

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: 7825

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services