Renewables Project Engineer​/Engineering Analyst; SPC Renewable Energy O&M

The Renewables Project Engineer/Engineering Analyst at Southern Company is responsible for managing capital and O&M projects for the SPC Renewable Fleet. Key tasks include project management, technical analysis, budget development, contract management, and supporting acquisitions. The position is primarily based in Birmingham, AL, with potential work at SPC renewable facilities and requires overnight travel across the U.S. for project needs.
Position: Renewables Project Engineer / Engineering Analyst (SPC Renewable Energy O&M) Renewables Project Engineer OR Engineering Analyst (SPC Renewable Energy O&M) Job Summary This role is responsible for managing major capital and O&M projects for the SPC Renewable Fleet, providing technical expertise to improve reliability, driving fleet-wide standardization, and supporting acquisitions and development through risk assessment and O&M contract negotiation. Primary responsibilities include: Project Management + Lead all phases of large capital and O&M projects - from initiation to completion - including design, budgeting, scheduling, and execution. + Develop business cases for new projects and assess their impact, collaborating with SPC's Project Analysis & Market Assessment (PAMA) team as necessary. + Conduct cost-benefit analyses to inform project prioritization. + Develop and manage the five-year capital budget and plan. + Support the SPC Budget Analyst with invoice reconciliation, accruals, variance explanations, and projections. + Lead contract management and administration processes to support successful project delivery and maintain compliance. + Drive service requests and team coordination for successful delivery of multidisciplinary projects + Facilitate clear and consistent communication and collaboration among Southern Company Services resources, contractors, vendors, Renewable O&M Asset Managers, and site stakeholders + Support the evaluation and implementation of SPC's self-perform transitions. Technical Support + Perform technical analyses, feasibility studies, and risk assessments to guide strategic decisions. + Develop clear technical reports and presentations for management and stakeholders. + Deliver technical solutions that maximize facility availability, reliability, and performance. + Lead root cause investigations of major events and equipment failures with cross functional teams to ensure timely resolution. + Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation. + Recommend and implement improvements that enhance site performance and operational efficiency. Fleet Strategy & Standardization + Drive fleet-wide adoption of standardization, best practices, and strategic initiatives to ensure consistency and operational excellence. + Develop and implement maintenance strategies that optimize reliability, reduce downtime, and extend asset life. Acquisition & Development Support + Contribute to project teams evaluating operational and financial risks for acquisitions, development projects, and repowers. + Perform O&M contract development of renewable facilities targeted for repower, acquisition, or development by SPC. + Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure smooth integration of acquired assets, new developments, and repower projects. This position is primarily located in Birmingham, AL but can also be located at any SPC owned renewable facility. Overnight travel is required to renewable facilities located in various parts of the United States including, but not limited to Georgia, West Virginia, Texas, South Dakota, Oklahoma, Maine, Washington, California, New Mexico, and Kansas. Travel is typically planned in advance and varies by project needs; the team works to coordinate schedules and balance travel where possible. Job Requirements Education Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred Experience Job experience in the following areas is required: + Minimum of 3 years of power plant operations and maintenance, project engineering, financial modeling, or asset management, preferably in renewables + Management of multiple medium to large scale projects, ensuring successful execution from planning to through completion. + Contract administration and management Job experience in the following areas is strongly preferred: + Budget development and management, cost control, and financial forecasting + Interpreting operational data - PI or OIS experience a plus + Reading and interpreting engineering drawings (P&, single lines, etc.) + Creating and presenting business case justifications for projects and investments + Regulatory filings and compliance in the energy sector Other relevant experience includes: + Power plant design…