LTSA Principal Engineer / Project Manager – Combustion Turbine & Generators
TSS - Technical Services – Mechanical Field Services
WORK LOCATION, SCHEDULE, & TRAVEL
- This position will be based out of The Energy Center in Birmingham, AL
- Work schedule; Minimum (4) days in-office with one (1) day of telecommute currently allowed (subject to adjustment at management discretion). Telecommute work requires the ability to work successfully in a remote/virtual environment with access to high-speed internet services and functional cell phone service.
- This position will require some travel (day and overnight, up to ~25%) to support fleet sites, OEM engagements, and outage-related activities.
- Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commuting distance.
POSITION SUMMARY
Experienced engineer responsible for providing technical and contractual expertise related to Long Term Service Agreements (LTSAs) supporting combustion turbine and generator assets across the fleet. This role requires strong professional judgment and accountability in evaluating OEM recommendations, interpreting contract provisions, and developing technically sound, decision enabling analyses that inform maintenance strategies, outage planning, and commercial positions. The LTSA Engineer serves as a key technical authority for CTG maintenance strategies, LTSA administration, and OEM service agreements, with responsibilities spanning contract development, contract interpretation, and scope evaluation, related to planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Engineering degree strongly preferred; other disciplines considered with relevant CTG experience.
Experience:
- Demonstrated experience with combustion turbine and generator maintenance, including planned inspections, outage execution, and evaluation of unplanned maintenance events.
- Strong understanding of CTG maintenance schedules, inspection intervals, and methodologies, including borescope inspections, combustor inspections, hot gas path inspections, major inspections, and generator inspections.
- Experience developing, administering, interpreting, or supporting Long Term Service Agreements (LTSAs) for CTG assets, including:
+ Planned and unplanned maintenance provisions
+ Covered parts definitions and exclusions
+ Cost caps, risk allocation, and collateral damage concepts
+ OEM service scope and performance obligations
- Experience supporting or participating in LTSA negotiations, amendments, or commercial discussions is preferred, but not required if accompanied by strong CTG technical expertise.
- Experience working directly with OEMs and service providers (e.g., GE, Siemens, Mitsubishi, or equivalent) in maintenance planning, outage execution, or contract administration.
- Ability to lead cross‑functional teams including engineering, legal, supply chain, finance, and plant operations.
- Fleet‑level SME experience supporting multiple units or sites is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong technical understanding of combustion turbine and generator systems, failure mechanisms, and maintenance best practices.
- Ability to translate technical maintenance requirements into contractual and commercial implications within LTSA frameworks.
- Working knowledge of risk allocation concepts related to planned maintenance, unplanned maintenance, discovery work, and collateral damage.
- Ability to apply professional judgment in evaluating OEM positions, maintenance scope, and LTSA interpretations, balancing technical risk, contract terms, and business impact.
- Demonstrated accountability for the quality, accuracy, and clarity of technical and contractual analyses provided to stakeholders.
- Ability to develop and communicate decision‑enabling recommendations to engineering, operations, legal, supply chain, and leadership teams.
- Proficient in MS Office applications; ability to review, interpret, and develop technical and contractual documentation.
Behavioral Attributes:
- Model Southern Company’s Our Values : Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
- Demonstrate sound professional judgment, integrity, and accountability when evaluating technical positions, OEM recommendations, and contract interpretations involving cost, risk, and fleet impact.
- Be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
- Self‑motivated with the ability to manage multiple, complex work assignments.
- Conduct all activities with a focus on providing long‑term value to the business and customers.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive technical and commercial information.
BENEFITS
- Competitive Pay
- Excellent benefits package which includes:
+ Medical and dental coverage
+ Defined Pension / Cash Balance Benefit Plan
+ Performance Pay Program
+ 401(k) plan with a generous company match
+ Bonus opportunities
+ Tuition Reimbursement
*Please submit an updated resume with your application_
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: 17784
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
