Thermal Generation Development – Engineer/Analyst

POSITION SUMMARY

Generation Planning and Development is primarily responsible for supporting Southern Company’s retail operating companies with the siting, development, and deployment of power generation and energy storage resources. The successful candidate for this position will serve as a key project development team member focused primarily on the development of new thermal assets by participating on cross functional project team(s) in pre-development, development, and approval of new, fossil-fired resources.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leading and serving on cross-functional teams of internal stakeholder groups including, but not limited to, Technical Shared Services (TSS), Accounting Finance and Treasury (AFT), Environmental Affairs (EA), Power Delivery (PD), Fuels, Legal, Plant Operations, and Supply Chain (SCM)
• Lead role in the development, negotiation, and execution of major capital project contracts (e.g. OEM CT/ST/HRSG equipment, external EPC, etc.)
• Performing market intelligence efforts (technology development, pricing, and commercial viability)
• Preparation of comprehensive project costs and the associated business case(s)
• Performance of Lifecycle Cost Analysis (LCA) including economic evaluations and profitability analysis using spreadsheets, production simulation software and financial models
• Preparation and presentation of project details and decision points to all levels of enterprise-wide management and peer groups

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, applied science, mathematics, economics or finance required
• Advanced degree is desirable; MBA preferred

Experience:

• Proven and demonstrated success leading and/or serving on cross-company, multi-function enterprise teams
• In-depth knowledge and demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and/or operation of major capital projects (power generation technologies is highly desired)
• Experience in or exposure to System Planning, Technical Shared Services, Power Delivery (Transmission and/or Distribution), Fuel Services, 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 is a plus
• Proven and demonstrated analytic skills including the ability to communicate complex topics verbally and in written form

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

+ Exhibited high proficiency in the development and delivery of information using Excel and PowerPoint and other visual messaging software

+ Experience with fundamental production cost models such as Aurora is preferred

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated analytical, interpersonal, and creative problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to consensus build, appropriately balance competing functional drivers and effectively communicate complex topics
• Demonstrated project management capabilities with proven ability to prioritize multiple projects and/or issues with conflicting deadlines and/or business unit drivers
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills presenting complex information to management

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Self-starter with a confirmed work ethic and personal accountability
• Ability to efficiently and successfully work and navigate in a high stress environment sometimes with a lack of specific direction to solve priority strategic and/or tactical goals
• Proven ability to develop, maintain and rely on close, constructive working relationships with customers, business partners, and all internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated team player with a focus on elevating and improving others
• Role model of Southern Company Values at all times

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• This position will require up to 25% travel (day-trip & overnight), primarily within the Southern Company retail footprint
• Some relocation assistance is available if the selected candidate currently resides outside the Birmingham area

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: 15371

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services