Capacity Procurement Engineer/Analyst

Southern Company • Atlanta, GA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position will be located at GPC Headquarters in Atlanta, GA. It is a hybrid role, with four days in-office and one day telecommuting. Relocation assistance may be provided. The role requires some travel (up to 25%) and the ability to work remotely. The Capacity Procurement team is central to ensuring Southern Company has reliable and affordable generation capacity for current and future needs. The team develops and administers Request for Proposals (RFPs) for Energy Storage Systems and thermal generation to meet growing load and fleet transition for Alabama Power Company, Georgia Power Company, and Mississippi Power Company. This includes evaluating, performing due diligence, and selecting proposals. The position will be filled as an Engineer/Engineering Analyst, supporting Georgia Power Company’s capacity RFP activities from design through commercial operation. It will also support the structuring and development of commercial contracts like Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Asset Purchase Agreements (APAs).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, finance or other technical/business area of study preferred
• Proven or demonstrated leadership, effective communication, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and prioritize work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Strong ability to multitask, efficiently respond to dynamic deadlines, and manage competing interests.
• Ability to build relationships and resolve conflicts within large and diverse cross-functional teams.
• Ability to interface with regulators, industry peers, suppliers and internal stakeholders with deep understanding of the utility and energy space.
• Ability to communicate complex issues in a clear and concise manner to a broad group of stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Additional consideration given for master’s degree and/or relevant industry certifications (EIT, PE, CEM, PMP, etc.)
• Prior experience in generation, renewables, analytics, project management, system planning and/or operations preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, contract development, asset management and/or regulatory programs preferred.
• Experience negotiating, developing, and / or managing procurement contracts (PPAs, APAs, BTAs, EPCs, LTSA) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the lifecycle development and administration of capacity RFPs.
• Interface with internal partner organizations (Resource Planning, Generation Planning & Development, Technical Shared Services, Accounting, Finance, and Treasury, Transmission Planning, etc.) to design, implement, and administer capacity RFPs.
• Support the development of RFP documents and pro forma contract development.
• Assist with bid evaluation efforts to ensure accurate and timely evaluation, and the selection of winning proposals.
• Work directly with the Public Service Commission Staff and 3rd Party Independent Evaluator (IE) during the design, implementation and administering of the RFP.
• Identify and implement process improvements and program enhancements utilizing internal and external feedback.
• Lead efforts to track major milestones for capacity RFPs and associated projects.
• Provide regulatory support such as witness preparation, testimony, and data request response development, as needed for the certification process of selected proposals.
• Foster and maintain strong working relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external parties.
• Provide storm support as needed and may be required to assist during storm events.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Annual incentive awards for eligible employees
• Health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being
• Relocation assistance may be provided
• Additional compensation, such as an incentive program, may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level