Project Engineer – New Generation Development

Project Engineer – New Generation Development  
SCS Technical Shared Services (TSS), Projects

WORK LOCATION

• This position will be located at The Energy Center in Birmingham, AL
• This position will require some travel (up to 25%, mix of both day-trip and overnight) – May require some travel to field sites on an as-needed basis.
• Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commute distance. 

POSITION SUMMARY

This position will support the New Generation group in the development of projects including new renewable (solar and battery), and natural gas generation projects. Responsibilities include working closely with various TSS departments as well as other Southern Company groups to develop deliverables to support project development activities. Work products include developing project scope, schedule and cost estimates for the engineering, procurement, construction, and start-up of new generation projects. 

EXPERIENCE

Open to considering all levels of experience, provided you meet the basic qualifications as outlined below. 

Education & Job Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, applied science, or related technical field is required

• Advanced degrees in Business and Management are a plus
• Plant, project, and/or construction management experience preferred

• Experience on capital projects, developing scopes of work, schedules, and estimates strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of various technologies applicable to current new generation projects

• Knowledge of construction standard practices, techniques, quality requirements, applicable codes, and standards.

• Ability to coordinate and build strong working relationships with a wide range of Southern Company Generation organizations

• Knowledge of construction contracts and labor agreements.
• Ability to interface with contractors, designers, vendors, and other parties connected with the project.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects independently with little oversight
• Ability to accurately appraise technical situations and recommend resolutions to problems.
• Interpersonal, communication, and strong leadership skills.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Must possess strong work ethic and personal accountability 
• The ability to work effectively in a team setting
• Consistent demonstration of Our Values behaviors – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits packages which include:
  • 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