Distributed Energy Resources Manager

Job Title: Manager, DER & Microgrid Integration

Location: Atlanta, GA

Position Summary:

We are seeking a forward-thinking and strategic teammate to lead a dynamic team focused on the development, integration, and testing of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), including microgrids, flexibility technologies, and emerging grid-edge solutions. This role is pivotal in shaping the utility’s evolving grid capabilities, ensuring safe, reliable, and scalable deployment of DERs across our service territory.

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic thinking, leadership experience, and technical aptitude to drive innovation and operational excellence in DER deployment and integration.

Key Responsibilities:

- Team Leadership & Development:

+ Provide leadership to cross-functional teams responsible for DER project development, microgrid design and implementation, customer program support, and witness testing.

+ Oversee the successful execution of active DER projects, ensuring alignment with regulatory commitments, customer expectations, and grid modernization goals

+ Focus on Our Values and foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

- DER & Microgrid Strategy Execution:

+ Oversee the planning, design, and execution of utility-scale and customer-sited microgrids.

+ Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align DER initiatives with broader grid transformation goals.

- Witness Testing & Validation:

+ Manage DER witness testing protocols to ensure compliance with interconnection standards (e.g., IEEE 1547, UL 1741), safety, and performance requirements.

+ Interface with regulatory bodies and technical committees to shape and interpret DER testing standards.

- Technology Innovation & Integration:

+ Evaluate and work cross functionally to safely integrate emerging DER technologies including energy storage, flexible loads, V2X, and advanced inverters.

+ Lead cross-functional efforts to integrate DERs into grid operations, planning, and forecasting tools.

- Stakeholder Engagement:

+ Serve as a technical liaison with large load customers, developers, regulators, and internal departments.

+ Represent the utility in industry forums, working groups, and collaborative research initiatives.

+ Coordinate with customer teams and regulatory teams to ensure DER strategies meet external commitments and customer expectations.

Qualifications:

- Education & Experience:

+ Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field; also, will consider demonstrated work experience in the DER space as substitute.

+ 6+ years in the energy sector, with a preference for experience with DERs, emerging technologies, or technical roles.

+ 2+ years in a leadership or management role.

- Leadership & Communication:

+ Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage complex projects.

+ Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences.

+ Experience with utility regulatory environments and stakeholder engagement.

- Technical Expertise:

+ Strong understanding of DER technologies, interconnection standards (IEEE 1547, UL 1741), and grid integration considerations.

+ Ability to lead cross-functionally to represent grid transformation with customer teams, regulatory, and other business units as well as externally.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of energy delivery and resilience. You’ll be at the forefront of transforming how DERs are deployed and integrated, working with cutting-edge technologies and a passionate team committed to innovation and the future of energy.

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 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: 15330

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power