Hourly Energy Scheduler / Asset Manager (Birmingham, AL)

Southern Company is hiring an Hourly Energy Scheduler / Asset Manager in Birmingham, AL. This entry-level position in the Gas Supply & Energy Trading department involves energy scheduling, transmission procurement, and supporting energy traders in a fast-paced trading environment. The role requires rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred, along with strong analytical and communication skills.
Hourly Energy Scheduler / Asset Manager



Gas Supply & Energy Trading – Hourly Trading Department



This position will be located at The Energy Center in Birmingham, AL



POSITION SUMMARY



This position is in the Hourly Trading group within the Gas Supply and Energy Trading department in the Commercial Operations, Planning and Environmental (COP&E) organization. Hourly Trading works closely with Real Time Operations to optimize the Southern Company generation fleet in the real time wholesale power market. This position will provide support for negotiating and executing short term wholesale transactions and the administration of multiple long-term wholesale contracts. This position will primarily be responsible for energy scheduling and tagging activities, transmission procurement, transaction entry and checkout, billing support, and general support to assist energy traders. This position requires the ability to perform detailed transactional work while under strict deadlines. This position entails working in an exciting, fast paced trading floor environment where the successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain insights into a broad sweep of the business including unit commitment, economic dispatch, fleet and gas operations, energy trading, risk, asset management, transmission, and billing.



Hourly Trading is a 24x7x365 function. This position is part of a 6-person team and will be required to work rotating 12 hour shifts which includes nights, weekends, and holidays. Over a typical 6-week rotation this position only works a total of 23 days compared to traditional jobs which work a total of 30 days over the same period. Below is an example of the current shift schedule.




Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday (Day Shift 5 AM – 5 PM)


Week 2: Wednesday & Thursday (Day Shift 5 AM – 5 PM)


Week 3: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday (T Shift [40 hours] – 8 hours each day)


Week 4: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday (Night Shift 5 PM – 5 AM)


Week 5: Wednesday & Thursday (Night Shift 5 PM – 5 AM)


Week 6: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday (R Shift [32 hours] – 8 hours each day)




POSITION QUALIFICATIONS



PLEASE NOTE This is an entry level position in the Gas Supply and Energy Trading department in COP&E. The following is a list of preferred traits:



Education:




Bachelor’s degree in a course of study that demonstrates strong analytical and technical skills such as Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Business etc. is desired but not required


An MBA or advanced degree in these areas or a related field is a plus


NERC System Operator Certification is a plus




Experience:




Experience working in the energy trading field is a plus


Experience working rotating shifts is a plus


Experience working in a transmission control center, distribution control center, bulk power operations, or generating plant is a plus




Skills:




Strong quantitative, problem solving, and communication skills (written & verbal)


Proficiency with Windows based software applications (e.g. MS Office Suite), namely MS Excel, MS Word, etc.


Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills


Ability to initiate and manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines


Possess sound judgment in making decisions under tight time constraints


Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment


Must be self-directed with strong initiative and dependability


Must be able to use discretion concerning sensitive, confidential, and proprietary information


Must have strong customer service orientation and be effective interacting with both internal and external customers




POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES



In this role, the selected candidate will provide support for the real-time administration of multiple wholesale energy contracts and the commercial transactions. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:




Scheduling transactions, troubleshooting customer/supplier transaction issues


Scheduling energy flows to ensure load/generation balancing


Providing transmission and RTO ramp availability reporting and procurement support


Interfacing with billing function to help process changes and resolve issues arising from transaction activity


Providing general support for energy trading products and services


Analyzing data and issues in a high-energy, fast-paced environment


Maintaining a thorough understanding of the operational aspects of energy trading and the applicable transmission tariffs




ADDITIONAL DETAILS




Some relocation assistance may be available if the selected candidate currently resides outside the Birmingham area


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



About Southern Company



Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .



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 for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.



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: 18547



Job Category: Energy Trading



Job Schedule: Full time



Company: Southern Company Services