Battery Energy Storage Development & Implementation Engineer/Analyst

Mississippi Power Co is seeking a Battery Energy Storage Development & Implementation Engineer/Analyst for a hybrid role based in Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL. The position involves project management and technical support for battery energy storage systems, leading cross-functional teams, contract management, and conducting economic evaluations. Candidates should have relevant degrees, project management skills, and experience in energy or financial analysis. Flexible work options are available.
Battery Energy Storage Development & Implementation Engineer/Analyst

Southern Company Services, Generation Planning & Development

WORK LOCATION & SCHEDULE

This position will be based out of Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL

Flexible work environment with hybrid (both in-office and telecommute) work options available

Relocation assistance will be considered

POSITION SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for providing project management leadership and technical support in the development and deployment of battery energy storage systems for the Retail Electric Operating companies of Southern Company.

Responsibilities Include:

Leading, coordinating (and serving on) cross-functional teams including but not limited to accounting, construction, engineering design, environmental permitting and compliance, legal, plant operations, project controls, safety, and transmission

Lead role in the negotiation, development, and/or management of contracts

Development and implementation of appropriate solutions addressing project challenges through identification and response to all circumstances that affect the revenue requirements of the project

These affects include changes to the project's performance, cost or schedule encompassing the timeframe from project award through some defined period post commercial operation

Preparation and presentation of project status and results to all levels of enterprise-wide management and peer groups

Conducting economic evaluations and profitability analysis for battery energy storage generation resource options using spreadsheet-based financial models

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in engineering, applied science, mathematics, economics or finance preferred. An advanced degree is highly desirable, particularly an MBA.

Knowledge of renewables or battery energy storage electric generation is a plus

Experience in land development, technology development, project development, asset management, financial analysis, integrated system planning, project management, large capital construction projects, contract development, contract negotiation and contract management/administration is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

High degree of critical/strategic thinking to resolve high impact, complex and/or cross-functional problems.

Ability to communicate complex issues in a clear and understandable manner to a broad group of stakeholders including company executives

Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment

Project management abilities with proficiency in prioritizing multiple projects with conflicting deadlines

Proficiency with standard analytical and business software such as Microsoft Office applications is required

Behavioral Attributes:

Role model of Southern Company Values

Must be a self-starter and possess a strong work ethic and personal accountability

Desire for continuous improvement / learning and innovating

Customer-focused

The ability to lead and work effectively in a team setting

The ability to be flexible as the demands of the business change

BENEFITS

Competitive Pay

Excellent benefits packages which includes:

Medical and dental coverage

Defined Benefit Cash Balance Pension plan

Performance-sharing plan

401(k) plan with a generous company match

Bonus opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Please submit an updated resume along with your application

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 Identification: 10498

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services
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