Capacity Procurement Engineer/Analyst
Southern Company, Atlanta, GA, United States
System Planning – Generation Procurement
Located at GPC Headquarters in Atlanta, GA.
Work Location, Schedule & Travel
Located at GPC Headquarters in Atlanta, GA.
Hybrid work schedule: 4 days in-office and 1 day telecommute.
Relocation assistance may be provided if relocation is necessary.
Requires up to 25% travel (day and overnight) and ability to work remotely with reliable internet access.
Job Summary
These are exciting and transformative times in Southern Company’s history and the power industry. As customer demand grows and the generation fleet evolves, the need for reliable, affordable, and forward‑looking capacity resources has never been more critical. The Capacity Procurement team sits at the center of this transformation. Our mission is simple but essential: ensure Southern Company has the reliable and affordable generation capacity it needs today and decades into the future.
The Capacity Procurement team plays a pivotal role, working cross‑functionally across the Company to develop and administer Request for Proposals (RFPs) to procure Energy Storage Systems and thermal generation to meet the growing load needs and fleet transition for Southern Company’s retail operating companies (Alabama Power Company, Georgia Power Company, and Mississippi Power Company), including the evaluation, due diligence, and selection of these future generation proposals.
This position will be filled as an Engineer / Engineering Analyst based on the successful candidate’s education. The role will primarily support Georgia Power Company’s capacity RFP activities through all phases of the RFP process, including the initial RFP design through commercial operation or delivery commencement. It will also support the structuring and development of the associated commercial contracts, including Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Asset Purchase Agreements (APAs) for existing operating assets.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Support the lifecycle development and administration of capacity RFPs.
Collaborate with internal partners (Resource Planning, Generation Planning & Development, Technical Shared Services, Accounting, Finance & Treasury, Transmission Planning, etc.) to design, implement, and administer capacity RFPs; develop RFP documents and pro‑forma contract development; assist with bid evaluation to ensure accurate and timely evaluation and selection of winning proposals.
Work directly with Public Service Commission Staff and third‑party Independent Evaluator (IE) during design, implementation, and administration 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.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, finance or other technical/business area of study preferred.
Master’s degree and/or relevant industry certifications (EIT, PE, CEM, PMP) preferred.
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) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proven leadership, effective communication, and strong interpersonal skills.
Proven problem‑solving skills, 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 concisely to a broad group of stakeholders.
Other Information
All Southern Company employees, including those in this role, are expected to provide storm support as needed and may be required to assist during storm events. Assignment to storm roles is determined based on previous experience and interest.
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, and health, welfare, and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well‑being. This position may also be eligible for additional incentive compensation. A summary of the benefits offered is available at https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf.
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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Located at GPC Headquarters in Atlanta, GA.
Work Location, Schedule & Travel
Located at GPC Headquarters in Atlanta, GA.
Hybrid work schedule: 4 days in-office and 1 day telecommute.
Relocation assistance may be provided if relocation is necessary.
Requires up to 25% travel (day and overnight) and ability to work remotely with reliable internet access.
Job Summary
These are exciting and transformative times in Southern Company’s history and the power industry. As customer demand grows and the generation fleet evolves, the need for reliable, affordable, and forward‑looking capacity resources has never been more critical. The Capacity Procurement team sits at the center of this transformation. Our mission is simple but essential: ensure Southern Company has the reliable and affordable generation capacity it needs today and decades into the future.
The Capacity Procurement team plays a pivotal role, working cross‑functionally across the Company to develop and administer Request for Proposals (RFPs) to procure Energy Storage Systems and thermal generation to meet the growing load needs and fleet transition for Southern Company’s retail operating companies (Alabama Power Company, Georgia Power Company, and Mississippi Power Company), including the evaluation, due diligence, and selection of these future generation proposals.
This position will be filled as an Engineer / Engineering Analyst based on the successful candidate’s education. The role will primarily support Georgia Power Company’s capacity RFP activities through all phases of the RFP process, including the initial RFP design through commercial operation or delivery commencement. It will also support the structuring and development of the associated commercial contracts, including Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Asset Purchase Agreements (APAs) for existing operating assets.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Support the lifecycle development and administration of capacity RFPs.
Collaborate with internal partners (Resource Planning, Generation Planning & Development, Technical Shared Services, Accounting, Finance & Treasury, Transmission Planning, etc.) to design, implement, and administer capacity RFPs; develop RFP documents and pro‑forma contract development; assist with bid evaluation to ensure accurate and timely evaluation and selection of winning proposals.
Work directly with Public Service Commission Staff and third‑party Independent Evaluator (IE) during design, implementation, and administration 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.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, finance or other technical/business area of study preferred.
Master’s degree and/or relevant industry certifications (EIT, PE, CEM, PMP) preferred.
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) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proven leadership, effective communication, and strong interpersonal skills.
Proven problem‑solving skills, 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 concisely to a broad group of stakeholders.
Other Information
All Southern Company employees, including those in this role, are expected to provide storm support as needed and may be required to assist during storm events. Assignment to storm roles is determined based on previous experience and interest.
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, and health, welfare, and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well‑being. This position may also be eligible for additional incentive compensation. A summary of the benefits offered is available at https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf.
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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