Capacity Procurement Engineer/Analyst

System Planning – Generation Procurement

This position will be located at GPC Headquarters in Atlanta, GA

Job Summary

These are exciting and transformative times in Southern Company’s history and the power industry.

As the electric utility landscape continues to rapidly evolve presenting multiple opportunities for the Company as it plans for its current and future generation fleet, Generation Capacity Procurement is at the forefront of these efforts. The Generation Capacity Procurement team plays a pivotal role, working cross-functionally across the Company to develop and administer capacity Request for Proposals (RFPs) to procure resources to meet the growing capacity needs and fleet transition for Southern Company’s retail operating companies (Alabama Power Company, Georgia Power Company, and Mississippi Power Company), which includes evaluation, due diligence, and selection of proposals.

This position will be filled as an Engineer / Engineering Analyst based on the successful candidate’s education. The role will primarily support Georgia Power Company’s capacity RFP activities through all phases of the RFP process, including the initial RFP design, issuance, evaluation and due diligence, certification of selected resources, and implementation of awarded contracts through commercial operation or delivery commencement. This position will also support the structuring and development of the RFP Guidelines and associated commercial contracts which include Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Asset Purchase Agreements (APAs) for existing operating assets, and Build Transfer Agreements (BTAs) for new build assets.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Education

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Behavioral Attributes

Work Location, Schedule, and Travel

This position will be based out of the GPC HQ in Atlanta, GA. Relocation assistance may be available if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commuting distance.

The Capacity Procurement Team currently has a hybrid work schedule and works in the office (241 Ralph McGill) weekly on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Certain weeks may require more than three days in the office.

This position will require approximately 25% travel (daytrips or overnight as necessary), primarily within the regulated Southern Company electric

Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial 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 infrastructure company 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 our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero 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 and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. 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: 11325

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power