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Transmission Analyst / Engineer – BP&I Application Solutions

Southern Company Generation – Business Process and Innovation Department

_Position is based at Forest Park Facility in Metro Atlanta, GA_

OVERVIEW

Southern Company is a prominent energy provider in the United States, specializing in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. It serves millions of customers throughout the southeastern U.S., including Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi. The company operates through several subsidiaries, such as:

+ Alabama Power

+ Georgia Power

+ Mississippi Power

+ Southern Power

These subsidiaries engage in various aspects of energy production and delivery, including the use of traditional fossil fuels, nuclear power, and renewable energy sources like solar and wind. Southern Company is recognized for its dedication to innovation, sustainability, and reliability in energy production and distribution.

JOB SUMMARY

The Transmission Analyst / Engineer plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely support to the Technical and Shared Services organization and OpCo Power Delivery groups. This position reports to the OBSS Business Process and Innovation – Application Solutions department. The Application Solutions department specializes in delivering superior software technology, tools and processes for design and engineering analysis.

The Transmission Analyst / Engineer position is part of a team who function as the primary point of contact for Transmission users on their engineering, design and analysis tools. This position will serve as the lead developer and administrator for several key technology tools. This individual must leverage in-depth knowledge of the business to drive solutions, perform routine software troubleshooting, develop configuration upgrades to better align technology solutions, and ensure consistent and optimized technology solutions across the Transmission and Power Delivery organizations. Some travel may be required.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Transmission Analyst / Engineer role encompasses a variety of duties and responsibilities aimed at ensuring accurate, technical and timely support to our customers. These include but are not limited to:

+ Serving as a primary contact within BP&I Application Solutions for defined technical solutions.

+ Administering, configuring and developing technical solutions to support business unit needs.

+ Ensuring critical transmission data is maintained and backed up appropriately.

+ Providing daily end-user support for users throughout the Technical Shared Services and OpCo Power Delivery groups, via electronic, phone, MS TEAMS, and in-person methods.

+ Utilizing a service management system to track and respond to user issues, as well as capturing solutions for future benefit.

+ Interfacing regularly with the SoCo Technology Organization, software vendors, and third-party suppliers regarding software applications.

+ Coordinating and/or providing training as needed for internal and external business unit users, including the development of training materials and user guides.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Technology, or related technical field/discipline with 3 + years of Transmission / Power Delivery and application experience is highly preferred. Associates degree or high school diploma / equivalent with 10+ years of Transmission / Power Delivery and application development experience is acceptable.

Experience:

+ Experience working in a fast paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment.

+ Work experience within Utility Transmission and/or Power Delivery organizations.

+ Proficient in application development using common software languages, namely C#, C++, PowerShell and JavaScript.

+ Proficient with Software Development Frameworks, specifically .NET 8 or later versions.

+ Work experience with servers, namely application and database servers. For database servers, experience with the Microsoft SQL Server, Firebird, or Oracle is highly preferred. Experience with Linux operating system is also a plus.

+ Work experience with the Microsoft Developer Suite, preferably Microsoft Visual Studio.

+ Familiarity with desktop user interface development.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Ability to manage critical time and deadline expectations for multiple projects.

+ Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Ability to work independently, as well as under direct supervision or in a team environment.

+ Analytical and creative problem-solving skills.

+ Demonstrated initiative.

+ Ability to understand strategic technology issues, respond to corporate financial drivers and apply sound business judgment

+ Some travel to transmission facilities and company offices may be required.

Behavioral Attributes:

+ Attention to detail and strong motivation for quality, accuracy, and timeliness

+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills

+ Takes personal responsibility, ownership and pride in work

+ Willing to take on new challenges that have not been attempted before

+ Ability to learn from others and accept coaching

+ Adaptability and flexibility

+ Projects confidence when interacting with others

+ Patient and courteous

+ Continuous improvement mindset

+ Positive attitude

+ Team player

BENEFITS

+ Competitive Pay

+ Excellent benefits packages which include:

+ Medical and dental coverage

+ Defined Benefit/Cash Balance Pension plan

+ Performance-sharing plan

+ 401(k) plan with a generous company match

+ Bonus opportunities

+ Tuition Reimbursement

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: 11991

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services