Bulk Power Operations Planning Engineer/Analyst
Description
Bulk Power Operations Planning Engineer/Analyst
Job Summary
This position performs transmission studies on the Southern Company bulk power system and provides engineering support for the months, weeks and days leading up to real time conditions. These studies could range from analyzing the impacts of planned transmission and generator maintenance outages to transmission service requests and assessing Southern Company's transfer capability (interface analysis) to support requirements under the Open Access Transmission Tariff. Studies often include a high degree of coordination within Southern Company and with neighboring utilities. Operations planning engineers are expected to analyze issues, develop solutions and work with the necessary individuals (internal and external) to create favorable system conditions for the real-time operators of the Southern Company bulk power system to reliably operate the system 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Education Requirements
BS degree or higher in Electrical or Computer Engineering
Specialization in Power Systems desired
Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering a plus
Experience Requirements
Experience with computer modeling, simulations, and data analysis a plus
Experience with computer modeling and/or analyses of electrical power systems preferred
Experience with PSS/E and/or real-time power flow tools a plus
Experience with engineering studies that support Open Access Transmission Tariff requests a plus
Experience with computer programming a plus
Experience with operating a high or low voltage power system a plus
Experience with an electrical utility a plus
Job Responsibilities
Perform computer modeling/simulation studies including a wide range of scenarios to determine the adequacy of the Southern Company bulk power system
Analyze issues and develop solutions
Work with the necessary individuals (internal and external) and resolve the issues
On-call duties, one week at a time every 6-7 weeks (impact outside business hours minimal)
Some overnight travel may be required but this would be minimal
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of electrical transmission systems and relaying a plus
Knowledge of the transmission maintenance and/or generation maintenance processes a plus
Knowledge of NERC reliability standards a plus
Knowledge of FERC Open Access Transmission Tariffs a plus
Must demonstrate effective communication skills
Must possess analytical skills as well as the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Must be able to work well in a team environment
Must be able to function well in a quick paced environment
Behavioral Attributes
Candidates will be evaluated on the Southern Company Values - Unquestionable Trust, Total Commitment and Superior Performance. Additional emphasis is placed on adaptability, cooperation/teamwork, initiative, innovation, customer focus, personal responsibility, inclusive behavior, organization, and problem solving.
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at 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 Field: Engineering
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Birmingham
Operating Company: Southern Company Services
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time
Work Location(s):
APC Corporate Headquarters - 600 North 18th Street (600BIRMINGHAM)
600 North 18th Street
Birmingham, 35203
Req ID: SCS2010337
