Project Engineer / Principal – Southern Company Gas Support (Birmingham or Atlanta)

Project Engineer / Principal – Southern Company Gas Support (Birmingham or Atlanta)
Technical Shared Services (TSS), Project Engineering Department

WORK LOCATION, SCHEDULE, & TRAVEL

• This position will be based out of The Energy Center in Birmingham, AL or the Southern Company Gas Corp HQ in Atlanta, GA.
• Hybrid work schedule (in-office, field and telecommute); currently four (4) days in-office or at a plant/field site and one (1) day telecommute (subject to adjustment).
• This position will require a mixture of both field and office work. 
• Field work can include site visits to various gas facilities and may require overnight travel.
• This position will require some travel (days and overnight, up to 50%) and the ability to work successfully in a remote/virtual environment with access to internet service.
• Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commute distance.

POSITION SUMMARY 

A Project Engineer acts as the engineering manager of design and procurement activities for a variety of projects throughout Southern Company.  Projects may range from large capital to small maintenance (retrofits) for gas storage and compression facilities, fossil and renewable electric generating facilities and transmission facilities.  This role is responsible for managing the engineering scope, engineering budgets, engineering schedules, and serves as the main point of contact for engineering deliverables to plant, Southern Company Gas or TSS project managers.

The Project Engineer also works with Design and Technical Services disciplines (Civil, Environmental, Electrical, I&C, Mechanical) to ensure adequate and qualified resources are assigned to the project, anticipating changes in project scope, budget, and schedule requirements, and developing/communicating mitigation plans for those changes.  They also identify and communicate lessons learned and facilitate resolving engineering and vendor related issues.  This position is also required to maintain accurate project records in a variety of project management applications 

This Project Engineer position will be filled at a Level 6 or 7, based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• B.S. in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution is required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Professional Engineer (PE) certification is a plus.

Technical & Leadership Experience:

• 5+ years’ combined experience in either of the following areas:
  • Design or project management related to engineering, procurement, construction, and startup for liquid natural gas (LNG) facilities, gas storage facilities, gas compressor stations, heavy industrial projects or electric utility generation
  • Experience working in (or in direct support of) LNG, gas storage, gas compression, plant (pulp and paper, chemical, oil, etc.) or electric utility generation facilities
• Experience using regulations 49 CFR 192 (Natural Gas Pipelines) and 49 CFR 193 (LNG Facilities) is a plus.
• Formal or informal experience in a lead type role (i.e. directing activities of direct reports or project team members)
• Budget/schedule management
• Understanding of project change control
• Strong risk mitigation and analytical skills to evaluate progress, identify problem areas, evaluate alternatives, and determine viable solutions

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of engineering, procurement, and construction processes. 
• Must possess strong management and organizational skills. 
• Ability to build and maintain an attentive, productive, diverse team. 
• Ability to work successfully and build relationships across operating companies.
• Ability to work independently with little direct supervision to advance projects to successful completion.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform project engineering assignments involved in the design and construction of, natural gas processing and storage facilities, liquified natural gas (LNG) plant facilities and compressor stations.
• Work independently with little direct supervision to advance projects to successful completion.
• Develop statement of work documents to secure and manage engineering and construction service providers, inspectors, and other technical resources that may be needed to develop the project. Manages outside engineering and construction services to ensure project goals are met.
• Develop contract documents and purchase requisitions for procurement of materials/equipment.   
• Participate in procurement process to identify acceptable vendors and contractors. Evaluates bids and coordinates with other departments to ensure consistency with corporate standards.
• Demonstrate proficiency in applying codes and standards to perform natural gas engineering, plant construction and operation.
• Maintain working knowledge of relevant technologies and best practices. Ensures engineering standards, methods and practices are in regulatory compliance.
• Support the development of design options or recommendations to improve system optimization.  Assesses feasibility of engineering solutions.
• Stay abreast of industry engineering and construction trends, implementing best practices into plans.
• Participate in design and process safety reviews of existing and new facilities.
• Supports construction activities including inspection and commissioning.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrate Southern Company Values – Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment 
• Safety focus and a strong personal safety record 
• Ability to work within a team setting, including the ability to build and motivate a team toward a shared goal 
• Demonstrated initiative and creativity coupled with a strong customer service focus will be expected
• Dedication to an accident-free work environment with strict adherence to all safety and compliance requirements 
• Must lead by example and ensure equity and fairness in interactions with others 
• Must conduct self in a manner that builds trust and confidence with coworkers, contractors, supervisors, and management 

BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits packages which includes: 
  • Medical and dental coverage
  • Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
  • Performance-sharing plan
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement

***Please submit an updated resume with your application***

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.

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.