Engineer/Analyst – Thermal Generation Development

This position will be located at the Energy Center in Birmingham, AL

Relocation will be considered; Travel required: up to 25%

Position Summary

Thermal Generation within Generation Planning and Development has responsibility for assisting Southern Company’s retail operating companies with the siting, development, and deployment of fossil-fueled power generation.

Responsibilities Include

• Serving on project teams performing detailed siting studies and development activities for new thermal generating units at existing plant sites and greenfield locations from initial identification of need through regulatory certification
• Negotiation, development, and/or management of large contracts with major equipment manufacturers and third-party engineering firms
• Conducting economic evaluations and profitability analysis on proposed new generating units to support decision making around new generating units, with heavy use of spreadsheet-based financial models
• Coordinating inputs from diverse business units and functions across the enterprise to drive complex development projects toward goals
• Performing market intelligence efforts (technology development, pricing, commercial viability)
• Preparing and presenting project evaluation results and/or project business cases to all levels of enterprise-wide management and peer groups
  
  

Position Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in engineering, applied science, mathematics, economics or finance required. An advanced degree is highly desirable, particularly an MBA
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: project management, financial analysis, generation, environmental assessment, production cost modeling is beneficial
• Experience working in or in support of Generation Development and Technology Application (GDTA) is a plus
• Knowledge of thermal generation technologies
• Experience in or exposure to System Planning, Technical & Project Solutions, Transmission and Environmental Affairs is preferred
• Experience in project development, project management and/or leadership, large capital projects, contract development, contract negotiation and contract management/administration are a plus
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proven analytical, interpersonal, and creative problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with standard analytical and business software such as Microsoft Office applications is required; experience with VBA, MATLAB and fundamental production cost models is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus and effectively communicate complex topics in verbal and written form
• Project management abilities with proficiency in prioritizing multiple projects with conflicting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional registrations and/or certifications in applicable areas of project management and engineering are a plus
  
  

Behavioral Attributes

• Role model of Southern Company Values at all times
• Must be a self-starter and possess a strong work ethic and personal accountability
• Desire for continuous improvement / learning and innovating
• Customer-focused
• Focused on being a great team member and teammate
• The ability to work effectively in a team setting
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits packages which include:
• Medical and dental coverage
• Defined Benefit Cash Balance Pension plan
• Performance-sharing plan
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Please submit an updated resume along 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 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: 10077

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services