Resource Planning Engineer/Analyst
Description
Resource Planning Engineer/Analyst
Southern Company Services (SCS) - Resource Planning Department
This position will be located at APC Headquarters in Birmingham, AL
WORK LOCATION
This position will be based out of Birmingham, AL, however, candidates living outside of the area may be considered with the expectation that they could successfully telework and would be willing to travel to the office on a routine (to be determined) and as-needed basis.
JOB SUMMARY
SCS Resource Planning supports the retail operating companies of Southern Company (Alabama Power Company, Georgia Power Company, and Mississippi Power Company) through modeling, analysis, and economic evaluations which inform supply-side and demand-side resource decisions that build the future of energy in a clean, safe, reliable and affordable manner for our customers. Resource Planning supports both the regulatory activities of the retail operating companies and the strategic planning activities of Southern Company. Resource Planning consists of the following four functions: Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), Energy Budget, Forecasting and Model Development, and Reliability and RFPs.
The engineer/analyst role in the IRP group will support development of the Southern Electric System Generation Expansion Plan and for supporting the retail operating companies in 1) the annual development of the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), 2) preparing major portions of the operating company IRP and generation certification regulatory filings and supporting needs related to the IRP and certification regulatory and business processes, 3) determining Intercompany Interchange Contract (IIC) Capacity Recognition as well as other IIC Reserve Sharing support, 4) development of the retail capacity price forecast used by generation, OpCo marketing and customer choice, and 5) various other generation economic analysis and planning work related to Southern Company's generation resources.
This position works closely with various organizations and all levels of the SCS and Retail Operating Company operating and planning organizations, so the successful candidate must be able to effectively communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely with diverse audiences.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (specific to each position)
Responsibilities for each position include (but are not limited to) the following:
Development of the System and individual Retail Operating Company capacity expansion plans, using Aurora, that are used to evaluate major future supply-side and demand side decisions.
Support operating company IRPs, rate cases, capacity certifications, and other filing requests
Support strategic planning activities and conduct internal analyses for key state or federal initiatives impacting the planning process. (e.g., GHG reduction initiatives)
Development of IIC capacity recognition data to support IIC financial settlement for the operating companies.
Development of the retail capacity price forecast used throughout the company to value capacity when making major supply side and demand side decisions.
Create, maintain, integrate, and optimize analytical tools related to data management and reporting.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, or an equivalent analytical field is required
Experience or understanding of power system (or related) modeling and optimization efforts. Prior experience with Aurora (electric system modeling software from Energy Exemplar) is a plus
Understanding of production cost principles
Proven analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex topics verbally and in written form
Knowledge of integrated resource planning, power plant operations, power pool operations, utility finance (including revenue requirements and cash flow analysis), generation economic evaluation, engineering economics and related computer modeling desired
Working knowledge of environmental regulations and legislation is beneficial
BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
Exhibit Our Values of safety first, unquestionable trust, superior performance, and total commitment at all times
Customer focused
Possess a strong work ethic and personal accountability
Must be a self-starter with the ability to prioritize work and maintain a positive attitude in a challenging and dynamic environment
The ability to work effectively in a team setting
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
This position can require some travel - typically
Travel includes both day-trip and overnight travel, primarily within the Southern Company retail footprint, but may include anywhere in the intercontinental US.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
BENEFITS
Competitive Pay
Excellent benefits packages which includes:
Medical and dental coverage
Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
Performance-sharing plan
401(k) plan with a generous company match
Bonus opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
*Please submit an updated resume with your application*
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.
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Job Field: Engineering
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Birmingham
Operating Company: Southern Company Services
Other Locations: Alabama, United States
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: SCS2010414
