This position supports the Fleet Performance & Reliability PI/Historian team by integrating new Generation and Transmission assets into the enterprise AVEVA PI system. The role collaborates with plant operations, engineering personnel, and substation support teams to organize, validate, and visualize time‑series data that informs equipment performance and reliability. This is not an IT/Technology Organization or coding-focused position; the PI platform is a configurable tool that can be learned, and a background in equipment, power plant operations, or system operations is strongly beneficial. Responsibilities include developing clear, practical dashboards and analytics used across Generation, Power Delivery, and the Operations Monitoring & Diagnostics Center. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and a commitment to supporting operational excellence across the fleet.
WORK LOCATION:
This position will be based in Birmingham, AL and require a mix of in-person work at the Energy Center Office in Birmingham as well as minimal travel (up to 10%) to sites across the Southern Company service territory in Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia.
JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, or a related technical field, or extensive experience in power plant operations or equipment support.
- Understanding of industrial equipment, plant operations, controls, or power system operations; ability to relate data to real-world equipment behavior.
- Ability to learn and effectively use the AVEVA PI System and related visualization tools (e.g., PI Vision, Tableau, Power BI).
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret time‑series data and support data quality efforts.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with plant personnel, engineering groups, and Power Delivery teams.
- Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple data integration tasks across diverse generating units and transmission assets.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Integrate new Generation and Transmission assets into the AVEVA PI System, ensuring accurate and consistent data flow across the fleet.
- Collaborate with plant operations, engineering teams, and substation support personnel to understand equipment behavior and translate operational needs into effective data structures and visualizations.
- Develop and maintain dashboards, displays, and analytics using PI Vision, Tableau, Power BI, and related tools to support performance monitoring and reliability analysis.
- Monitor data quality, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to ensure reliable time‑series data for decision‑making across Generation and Power Delivery.
- Provide user support, training, and technical guidance to stakeholders to enhance their effective use of the PI System and its associated visualization tools.
BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
- Collaborative: Works effectively with plant personnel, engineers, and cross-functional teams.
- Analytical: Approaches problems logically and makes decisions based on data and evidence.
- Adaptable: Learns new tools and adjusts to evolving fleet and technology needs.
- Detail‑oriented: Ensures accuracy in data integration, configuration, and visualization.
- Proactive: Anticipates issues, takes initiative, and seeks opportunities to improve system performance and user experience.
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: 17296
Job Category: Data Analytics
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
