Engineer / Engineering Analyst (SPC Project Development & Execution)

Project Development & Execution Engineer/Engineering Analyst

This position will support the PD&E Project Manager in various engineering, construction, and project management activities related to the development and implementation of renewable and gas generation assets. The role will include various activities related to project execution, contract management, risk management, budgeting and scheduling. Additionally, this position supports the project delivery processes and strategies for various SPC-developed or acquired greenfield, early, mid- or late-stage generation projects to build and deliver safe, reliable, high-quality assets for long-term operation.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the development and execution of greenfield, self-developed projects or projects that may be acquired as part of a single project acquisition or a portfolio of projects or sites.
• Supports project management efforts including engineering, procurement, construction, and start up; maintains project controls and supports contract management activities (invoicing, change management, design quality) throughout the project.
• Supports the project implementation and the internal interfaces with SPC functional teams, as well as external interfaces with contractors, equipment suppliers, service providers and technical subject-matter experts.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• A four-year degree is required with a preference for engineering, engineering technology, or construction management. PE, PMP certification or other advanced degree or relevant certification is a plus.

Experience

• Experience in some or all of the following areas: developing/executing (EPC) utility scale generation projects, electric system operations, generation O&M, generation engineering or project analysis and evaluation.
• Experience in construction and/or contract management is a plus, but aptitude and attitude are of primary importance.
• Experience in development and execution of solar, wind or gas-fired projects is desired.
• Experience in, and/or interacting with the following groups and disciplines: engineering & construction, business development, project development, operations & maintenance, finance, accounting, procurement, environmental compliance, permitting, and transmission, is desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Project management skills are required. These skills include the ability to work across multiple organizations, facilitate team meetings and discussion toward a common objective, resolve problems and demonstrate clear, effective communication skills.
• Ability to identify project risks and develop mitigations to preserve the project's goals and expected business case outcomes.
• Familiarity and proficiency in utilizing office tools and software resources.
• Self-starter that works with a sense of urgency; works well in a team environment; maintains a positive attitude despite constantly changing priorities.

As part of our hybrid work environment, this position requires employees to be in the office four days a week.

About Us

Southern Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, is a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider meeting the electricity needs of municipalities, electric cooperatives, investor-owned utilities, and other energy customers. Southern Power and its subsidiaries own 55 facilities operating or under construction in 14 states with more than 12,500 MW of generating capacity.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond. 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.

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 and health, welfare and retirement benefits.

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.