Bulk Power Operations Support Engineer
Job Description
Southern Company Bulk Power Operations Support Engineer
This position performs transmission studies on the Southern Company bulk power system, provides engineering support for the months, weeks and days leading up to real time conditions, and ensures compliance readiness for the Bulk Power Operations team. Operational studies could range from analyzing the impacts of planned transmission and generator maintenance outages to transmission service requests and assessing Southern Company’s transfer capability (interface analysis) to support requirements under the Open Access Transmission Tariff. Studies often include a high degree of coordination within Southern Company and with neighboring utilities. The BPO Operations Support engineer is expected to analyze issues, develop solutions and work with the necessary individuals (internal and external) to create favorable system conditions for the real-time operators of the Southern Company bulk power system to reliably operate the system 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Job Responsibilities
Perform computer modeling/simulation studies including a wide range of scenarios to determine the adequacy of the Southern Company bulk power system
Analyze issues and develop solutions
Work with the necessary individuals (internal and external) and resolve the issues
On-call duties, one week at a time every 6-7 weeks (impact outside business hours minimal)
Stay abreast of NERC/FERC regulatory requirements, coordinate compliance strategy and engagement, and ensure audit readiness/success for Bulk Power Operations
Some overnight travel may be required but this would be minimal
Education Requirements
BS degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
Specialization in Power Systems desired
Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering a plus
Experience Requirements
Distribution, Transmission, Substation or Protection & Control experience a plus
Generation Fleet or Operations (high or low voltage) experience a plus
Experience with software such as CYME, STOMP, PowerWorld, OPNA, PSS/E and/or real-time power flow tools a plus
Experience with computer programming a plus
Experience with computer simulations, and data analysis a plus
Experience with computer modeling and/or analyses of electrical power systems preferred
Experience with engineering studies that support Open Access Transmission Tariff requests a plus
Experience with an electrical utility a plus
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of electrical transmission systems and relaying a plus
Knowledge of the transmission maintenance and/or generation maintenance processes a plus
Knowledge of NERC reliability standards a plus
Knowledge of FERC Open Access Transmission Tariffs a plus
Must demonstrate effective communication skills
Must possess analytical skills as well as the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Must be able to work well in a team environment
Must be able to function well in a quick paced environment
Behavioral Attributes
Candidates will be evaluated on the Southern Company Values:
Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance
Additional emphasis is placed on adaptability, cooperation/teamwork, initiative, innovation, customer focus, personal responsibility, inclusive behavior, organization, and problem solving.
About Southern Company
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.