Development Engineer/Engineering Analyst

Development Engineer/Engineering Analyst

This position will support the Development Project Manager in various commercial activities related to project development, evaluation, implementation, budget and schedule. Additionally, the position supports the project development siting strategy and the process to ascertain regional power market fundamentals and addressable market. The position will also assist in strategic corporate initiatives (e.g., new technology, asset divestment, etc.)

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the development of greenfield self-developed projects or projects that may be acquired as part of single project acquisition or a portfolio of projects or sites
• Supports project development efforts including due diligence, business case development, risk assessment, contract negotiation and supports any and all activities up until handoff to EPC
• Supports the project development siting strategy and the identification of prioritized areas for project development based on technology application and expected addressable market

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; An MBA or other advanced degree is preferred.

Experience

• Experience in asset acquisitions and contract negotiations is a plus but aptitude and attitude is of primary importance.
• Experience in development, evaluation/ due diligence, and implementation of solar, wind or gas-fired projects is desired.
• Experience and interaction in regional power markets is desired.
• 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

• Thorough understanding of engineering and economics related to power generation including concepts such as: megawatt, megawatt hour, solar resource assessment/energy prediction, wind resource assessment, capacity pricing, energy pricing, investment tax credits and production tax credits.
• Project management skills are required. These skills include the ability to work across multiple organizations, lead a team toward a common objective, resolve problems and demonstrate clear, effective communication skills.
• Ability to identify project risks and mitigations, development of business cases for capital investment decisions (including forecasting of cost, revenues, and returns), and financial statements is highly desired.
• Familiarity with EPC, Power Equipment, and long-term service and maintenance contracts and contract negotiations.
• Self-starter that works with a sense of urgency; works well in a team environment; maintains a positive attitude despite constantly 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 residential and commercial 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 infrastructure company 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 our customers and communities needs while advancing our commitment to net zero 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 and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

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: 7426

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Power