System Planning Engineer/Analyst (APC) – Capacity and Renewables
Alabama Power Resource Planning Department

** NOTE** This posting serves to fill up to two (2) Engineer or Analyst positions supporting the Resource Planning activities of Alabama Power Company (APC). The position(s) will report to either the department director or the manager for resource planning.

WORK LOCATION, SCHEDULE & TRAVEL:

This position will be located in Birmingham, AL at the Alabama Power Company corporate headquarters. This position will adhere to the Company’s hybrid work schedule of four (4) days in-office and one (1) day remote.  This position requires minimal travel (day and overnight, less than 25%) 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Southern Company is experiencing tremendous change as the electric utility industry continues to evolve during a period of unprecedented load growth driven by the increased adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and the need for new data centers.  APC Resource Planning is at the forefront of that change for Alabama Power Company. This position will directly support the planning activities of APC and will work closely with multiple departments and organizations throughout APC, System Planning, and the other Southern Company operating companies.  Specifically, this position will help lead, engage in and support the following activities:

Develop integrated system plans (generation, fuel, transmission) to serve APC’s customers Provide leadership to and serve as a focal point for APC’s planning activities in coordination with multiple teams within APC, System Planning, and throughout Southern Company. Lead and support the planning, procurement, approval, and execution of new capacity and renewable energy projects Develop and support APC’s renewable energy portfolio and growth, including self-build renewable projects, requests for proposal (RFPs), power purchase agreements (PPAs), and unsolicited renewable energy bids Develop the annual Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and triennial IRP submittal to the Alabama Public Service Commission Lead and support generation fleet optimization efforts including generating unit retirement analysis, fuel conversion studies, unit-life extension considerations, large capital investment decisions and new resource additions Coordinate and manage the production of informational deliverables related to APC’s generation fleet and planning activities to various groups within APC and SCS, and with external parties including regulatory filings. 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in: Business, Engineering, or Sciences desired Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex topics  Understanding of marginal cost dispatch, production costing or economic optimization modeling principles desired  Knowledge of power plant operations, power pool operations, utility finance (including revenue requirements and cash flow analysis), generation economic evaluation, engineering economics desired  Familiarity with legislation, regulations, and market structures associated with the electricity industry or the energy industry more broadly is beneficial Ability to multi-task and support on-going multiple completing projects Proficient with MS suite with specific emphasis on Excel.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

Models all aspects of Southern Company and Alabama Power’s Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, Superior Performance Capable of building and maintaining effective relationships across the Company Detailed but can keep the big picture in view to solve a problem or recommend a decision Supports a team environment with the ability to assume either a leadership or support role, as needed to achieve business objectives Produces innovative solutions to problems and takes personal responsibility High degree of initiative and technical curiosity Demonstrates diligence and strong work ethic A self-starter with the ability to prioritize work and maintain a positive attitude in a challenging and dynamic environment

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***