Southern Company

Interconnection Planning Transmission Self Build Project Coordinator

Southern Company$88K — $105K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, preferably in Electrical Engineering.
  • Minimum 3 years of project management or planning experience in electric transmission and/or distribution systems.
  • Strong understanding of design, operation, and maintenance processes for substations and transmission lines.
  • Knowledge of generator interconnection processes is desirable.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; knowledge of Power Automate and Power BI is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Track and update information related to assets in GSU stations and generation tie lines.
  • Develop and review project scope, timelines, and cost estimates for GSU stations related to interconnection requests.
  • Coordinate with accounting to manage costs associated with generation interconnection upgrades.
  • Provide input on interconnection agreements and documentation as per FERC guidelines.
  • Coordinate generation interconnection activities following applicable planning and operating guidelines.
  • Maintain databases and documentation to track project requests and budgets.
  • Communicate project status updates to relevant stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career advancement within Georgia Power.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Work in a team-oriented environment fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Engagement in projects with diverse technical disciplines.
  • Strong focus on safety and adherence to ethics in all operations.
Full Job Description
This position will be responsible for evaluating Generator Step Up Transformer (GSU) station equipment for GPC owned generation assets. Specifically, transmission interconnected generation stations and interconnecting tie lines. Will work with substation support, Transmission and Distribution organizations on maintenance activity coordination. Will help determine line of demarcation for all Self Build GSU stations and for existing stations with new build generation connections. This position handles communication with all parties impacted and ensures that a timely and accurate response is developed for each new request and existing assets. This position will coordinate with Georgia Power Transmission, Distribution, Generation, Southern Company Services Design, and Project Management Technical Experience Requirements: • Experience and understanding of design, operation, and maintenance processes for substations and transmission lines. • Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the transmission system, engineering principles, electric operating practices, construction practices and general business practices. • Strong analytical skills to identify problem areas, evaluate alternatives, financial impacts and determine viable solutions to meet both the GPC and System need. • Specific experience related to generator interconnection processes and implementation is desired. Leadership Experience Requirements: • Demonstrated focus on Safety. • Demonstrated leadership on projects involving multiple work groups and departments. • Strong communication and presentation skills with internal and external audiences with both technical and non-technical backgrounds. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: • Knowledge of the Transmission or Distribution system. • Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. • Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and communicate effectively at all levels including executives, management, supervision, covered employees, contract employees, business leaders, and all customers. • Ability to organize, manage, and prioritize large volumes of project data. • Knowledge of Microsoft's Excel, PowerPoint, and Word programs. • Knowledge of Microsoft's Power Automate and Power BI desired • Knowledge of TEAMS, and STOMP desired. Behavioral Attributes: • Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Our Values: Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Total Commitment, Superior Performance • Demonstrates a results-oriented approach with ownership and personal accountability for assigned responsibilities. • Creative problem solver and with the ability to balance the needs of the Company and external input. • Functions effectively in a team environment with diverse disciplines and backgrounds as a leader or contributor. • Must be able to handle heavy workloads, time pressures, and conflicting demands. • Exhibits strong initiative and ability to make difficult decisions. • Attention to detail and following processes and procedures. Responsibilities Job Duties and Responsibilities: • Under technical guidance of the Transmission and Distribution Maintenance Support departments; track, update and maintain information related to assets in GSU stations and gen tie lines. • Under technical guidance of the Transmission Project Management department develop and/or review project scope, project completion timelines and transmission cost estimates (TEAMS) related to GSU stations for GPC Generator Interconnection requests. • Work closely with the accounting organization to ensure proper assignment, handling and budgeting of costs associated with generation interconnection upgrades. • Under technical guidance of the SCS Policy & Services Implementation Project Management group, provide necessary input on Interconnection Agreements and other related contracts and documentation per FERC guidelines and ensure interconnection contracts are thorough and meet the needs of the customer while meeting Georgia Power and Southern Company's compliance guidelines. • This position needs to understand and follow Standard of Conduct Policy around Generation RFPs. • Coordinate and participate in activities required per ITS Planning Procedure 13 (Guidelines for Interconnecting New Generation to the Georgia ITS) along with other applicable ITS Planning and Operating Guidelines and Procedures and other generation interconnection activities requested by the ITS Participants. • Maintain databases, spreadsheets, and other documentation to facilitate tracking of disposition of requests and progress of budgeted projects to ensure that service commitments are being met. • Provide regular updates/communications on project status (i.e., Originators, T&D Management, TMCs, and project team). • This position requires storm response, both on and occasionally off system. Qualifications Job Experience and Education: • Education Requirements: • Four (4) year B.S. Engineering Degree or Engineering Technology Degree required - Electrical desired or equivalent work experience. • Experience Requirements: • Minimum of 3 years of experience and understanding related to project management, planning, design, operations, construction or maintenance of the electric transmission and/or distribution system is required. About the Team Georgia Power

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With 4.4 million customers and more than 42,000 megawatts of generating capacity, Atlanta-based Southern Company is the premier energy company serving the Southeast. A leading U.S. producer of electricity, Southern Company owns electric utilities in four states and a growing competitive generation company, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and retail electric prices that are significantly below the national average. Southern Company has been listed the top ranking U.S. electric service provider in customer satisfaction for nine consecutive years by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

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Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$77.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$20.3 billion

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