Department Overview
This a transformational time for Southern Company and the power industry as we plan for the future of energy for the benefit of our customers and communities. Transmission planning plays a critical role in Southern Company’s success by continuously developing a reliable, strategic, and resilient transmission grid that meets the needs of our future.
At Southern Company, our transmission planning organization encompasses all aspects of planning the transmission system for our subsidiary retail electric utilities in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi over a 10-year planning horizon and beyond. While each group within transmission planning has a targeted function, we foster an environment of cross-functional teamwork and collaboration and are committed to providing our employees opportunities for career growth and personal development. In Transmission Planning, we work closely with teams from across the company in all the major business sectors, as well as external utilities and industry committees.
Position Details
We currently have an engineer position available in the TP-Regional Planning and Support team.
The Regional Planning and Support team is responsible for numerous activities in Transmission Planning, including
- Evaluating and improving the transmission interfaces with neighboring utilities (e.g., Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina),
- Providing leadership and influence through a variety of industry committees,
- Performing OATT delivery service studies for third-party customer requests, including large loads and data centers,
- Performing interface analysis for OATT generator interconnections requests,
- Performing OATT affected system studies for generator interconnection requests on neighboring utilities that could potentially impact the Southern Company transmission system,
- Developing power-flow models of the Southern Company transmission system and external models of neighboring transmission systems,
- Ensuring compliance for NERC standards and FERC regulations,
- Supporting compliance filings with FERC Order 1920 and its subsequent orders, and
- Development of transmission planning related software and scripts.
In this role, you will gain a broad understanding of the power system including transmission system topology, generation dispatch, regional processes, transmission policy and will work with an energetic and high-performing team.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform power system modeling and analysis using industry standard software (e.g. PSSE, TARA).
- Develop and coordinate reliable, innovative, and cost-effective transmission solutions.
- Lead and participate on solution teams and other initiatives to determine transmission project feasibility, scope, and timing.
- Develop engineering reports, guidelines, or other technical documents.
- Effectively present informative reports and presentations to internal and external customers at various management levels related to system constraints and required improvement projects.
- Coordinate with multiple groups and internal customers within Southern Company and the Operating Companies.
- Coordinate studies with neighboring transmission systems.
- Provide technical expertise and leadership in industry committees and initiatives.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution is required. Electrical is preferred.
- Master’s degree in engineering or business is desirable.
Work Experience
- Experience in electric utility transmission (e.g. Transmission Planning, Transmission Operations, Transmission Design) is preferred.
- Experience in electrical power system modeling and analysis is a plus.
Skills and Knowledge
- Prior exposure to PSS/E and computer modeling of electrical power systems is preferred, but not required
- Strong time management and organizational skills required to balance multiple projects simultaneously and adhere to deadlines
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to effectively present complex topics
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and databases
Behavioral Attributes
- Self-motivated, results-oriented, and innovative
- Analytical and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
- Works well in a team environment (both in person and virtual)
- Proactive in training and onboarding in a hybrid environment
- Focus on process improvement, training, and mentoring others
- Adaptable to change
- Strong customer focus
- Exhibits Southern Company’s “Our Values” (Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance).
+ Safety First - We actively care about the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and communities. Safely approaching every job, every day, always comes first.
+ Intentional Inclusion – We are One Team, working to foster a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse team feels valued. Investing in an equitable culture benefits employees, customers, communities, and shareholders.
+ Act with Integrity – We act with honesty, respect, and fairness, demonstrating trustworthiness in all we do. We are true to our word and follow through on our commitments.
+ Superior Performance - We keep customers at the center of everything we do, with a focus on continuous improvement. We provide exceptional service, delivering innovative solutions that benefit our customers, communities, investors, and the environment.
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: 13082
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
