Development Engineer/Engineering Analyst
DESCRIPTION
This position will support the Project Development Manager (Gas) in various commercial and technical activities related to project development, evaluation, execution, budget and schedule. Additionally, the position supports the Southern Power project development strategy for new gas opportunities, both in the Southeast and in other markets. While the focus for this role will be gas project development, this role could support the project execution phase as well. This role might also be utilized for other technologies (e.g. BESS, solar, etc.) depending on project workload.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supports the development of greenfield or brownfield gas projects and evaluation of projects that may be acquired as part of a project acquisition.
- Supports all phases of project development, including technical due diligence, business case development, risk assessment, and contract negotiations.
- Coordinates with internal teams and external partners, including business development, technical services, financial evaluation, transmission, environmental, operations, and third-party partners.
Candidates with the following preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply:
Education
- A four-year degree is required with a preference for an engineering, finance, economics or accounting (or equivalent) discipline
Experience
- At least five (5) years’ 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 management is preferred.
- Experience in gas development, evaluation, due diligence, or project execution is a plus, but aptitude, attitude, and agility are of primary importance.
- Experience in, and/or interacting with the following 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, lead a team toward a common objective with schedule deadlines, resolve problems and demonstrate clear, effective communication skills.
- Ability to identify project risks and mitigations, development of business cases for capital investment decisions
- Familiarity with EPC, power equipment, long-term service and maintenance contracts and contract negotiations.
- Self-starter that works with a sense of urgency; works well in a team environment and maintains a positive attitude amid changing priorities.
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 in Alabama, California, Delaware, Georgia, Kansas, Maine, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, and Washington.
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: 15979
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Power
