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Engineer / Engineering Analyst (SPC Project Development & Execution)

Birmingham, AL
Full-Time

Job Description

Project Development & Execution Engineer/Engineering Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position will support the PD&E Project Manager in various engineering, construction, and project management activities related to the development and implementation of renewable and gas generation assets. The role will include various activities related to project execution, contract management, risk management, budgeting and scheduling. Additionally, this position supports the project delivery processes and strategies for various SPC-developed or acquired greenfield, early, mid- or late-stage generation projects to build and deliver safe, reliable, high-quality assets for long-term operation. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Supports the development and execution of greenfield, self-developed projects or projects that may be acquired as part of a single project acquisition or a portfolio of projects or sites
  • Supports project management efforts including engineering, procurement, construction, and start up; maintains project controls and supports contract management activities (invoicing, change management, design quality) throughout the project
  • Supports the project implementation and the internal interfaces with SPC functional teams, as well as external interfaces with contractors, equipment suppliers, service providers and technical subject-matter experts. 

Candidates with the following preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply:

Education

  • A four-year degree is required with a preference for engineering, engineering technology, or construction management. PE, PMP certification or other advanced degree or relevant certification is a plus.

Experience

  • Experience in some or all of the following areas: developing/executing (EPC) utility scale generation projects, electric system operations, generation O&M, generation engineering or project analysis and evaluation
  • Experience in construction and/or contract management is a plus, but aptitude and attitude are of primary importance.  
  • Experience in development and execution of solar, wind or gas-fired projects is desired.
  • Experience in, and/or interacting with the following groups and disciplines: engineering & construction, business development, project development, operations & maintenance, finance, accounting, procurement, environmental compliance, permitting, and transmission, is desired. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Project management skills are required. These skills include the ability to work across multiple organizations, facilitate team meetings and discussion toward a common objective, resolve problems and demonstrate clear, effective communication skills. 
  • Ability to identify project risks and develop mitigations to preserve the project’s goals and expected business case outcomes
  • Familiarity and proficiency in utilizing office tools and software resources
  • Self-starter that works with a sense of urgency; works well in a team environment; maintains a positive attitude despite constantly changing priorities
As part of our hybrid work environment, this position requires employees to be in the office four days a week. PDN-a1f08682-92a5-4760-9273-41ad959cf830

Project Development & Execution Engineer/Engineering Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position will support the PD&E Project Manager in various engineering, construction, and project management activities related to the development and implementation of renewable and gas generation assets. The role will include various activities related to project execution, contract management, risk management, budgeting and scheduling. Additionally, this position supports the project delivery processes and strategies for various SPC-developed or acquired greenfield, early, mid- or late-stage generation projects to build and deliver safe, reliable, high-quality assets for long-term operation. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Supports the development and execution of greenfield, self-developed projects or projects that may be acquired as part of a single project acquisition or a portfolio of projects or sites
  • Supports project management efforts including engineering, procurement, construction, and start up; maintains project controls and supports contract management activities (invoicing, change management, design quality) throughout the project
  • Supports the project implementation and the internal interfaces with SPC functional teams, as well as external interfaces with contractors, equipment suppliers, service providers and technical subject-matter experts. 

Candidates with the following preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply:

Education

  • A four-year degree is required with a preference for engineering, engineering technology, or construction management. PE, PMP certification or other advanced degree or relevant certification is a plus.

Experience

  • Experience in some or all of the following areas: developing/executing (EPC) utility scale generation projects, electric system operations, generation O&M, generation engineering or project analysis and evaluation
  • Experience in construction and/or contract management is a plus, but aptitude and attitude are of primary importance.  
  • Experience in development and execution of solar, wind or gas-fired projects is desired.
  • Experience in, and/or interacting with the following groups and disciplines: engineering & construction, business development, project development, operations & maintenance, finance, accounting, procurement, environmental compliance, permitting, and transmission, is desired. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Project management skills are required. These skills include the ability to work across multiple organizations, facilitate team meetings and discussion toward a common objective, resolve problems and demonstrate clear, effective communication skills. 
  • Ability to identify project risks and develop mitigations to preserve the project’s goals and expected business case outcomes
  • Familiarity and proficiency in utilizing office tools and software resources
  • Self-starter that works with a sense of urgency; works well in a team environment; maintains a positive attitude despite constantly changing priorities
As part of our hybrid work environment, this position requires employees to be in the office four days a week. PDN-a1f08682-92a5-4760-9273-41ad959cf830

About Southern Company

Southern Company is one of the largest energy providers in the United States. Based in Atlanta, Southern Company owns electric utilities in four states, natural gas distribution utilities in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications.

The men and women who work at Southern Company understand that we don’t simply provide a product or service. Clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy is essential to our way of life. More than 100 years ago, our company played a major role in the growth and prosperity of the South – and we continue to play a role today through our support of economic development and our philanthropic efforts. We believe the communities we serve should be better off because we’re there.

Our principal business is to make, move and sell energy. Those are the “whats” of our business. But it’s the “hows” that make us different. The actions of our employees are what truly define us and have earned us a high level of trust among our customers, shareholders and regulators.

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Engineer / Engineering Analyst (SPC Project Development & Execution)
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Jun 4, 2026
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