Renewables Project Engineer / Engineering Analyst

Job Summary This role is a key part of improving reliability, standardizing execution, and supporting long-term performance across SPC’s renewable fleet. The position leads high-impact capital and O&M projects, solves technical reliability challenges, and drives consistent execution across wind and solar assets. Strong project leadership, clear communication, and the ability to turn operational issues into practical solutions are critical to success. The role requires ownership, sound judgment, and the ability to work across site teams, contractors, and internal stakeholders to move work forward. Core Responsibilities Lead capital and O&M projects: Manage major renewable fleet projects from planning through execution, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, contractor coordination, contract support, and stakeholder communication. Improve fleet reliability and performance: Provide technical support for operational issues, lead root cause investigations for major events and equipment failures, and implement practical solutions that improve availability, reliability, and long-term asset performance. Drive standardization and operational excellence: Develop and implement fleet-wide practices, maintenance strategies, and process improvements that create consistency across sites and support efficient renewable fleet operations. Support planning and financial decision-making: Build project business cases, support five-year capital planning, evaluate cost and risk tradeoffs, and communicate recommendations clearly to leadership and cross-functional partners. Support acquisitions, development, and repowers : Contribute technical expertise, risk assessments, contract support, and integration planning for renewable acquisitions, development projects, and repower initiatives. This position is primarily located in Birmingham, AL but can also be located at any SPC owned renewable facility. Overnight travel is required to renewable facilities located across the United States. Travel is typically planned in advance and varies by project needs; the team works to coordinate schedules and balance travel where possible. Job Requirements Education Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred Experience Job experience in the following areas is required: Minimum of 3 years of power plant operations and maintenance, project engineering, financial modeling, or asset management, preferably in renewablesManagement of multiple medium to large scale projects, ensuring successful execution from planning to through completion.Contract administration and management Job Experience In The Following Areas Is Strongly Preferred Budget development and management, cost control, and financial forecastingInterpreting operational data – PI or OIS experience a plusReading and interpreting engineering drawings (P&ID drawings, single lines, etc.)Creating and presenting business case justifications for projects and investmentsRegulatory filings and compliance in the energy sector Other Relevant Experience Includes Power plant design and constructionGeneration developmentUtility system planning Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholdersSelf-starter with strong organizational skills; able to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlinesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Familiarity with asset management systems (e.g., Maximo) and PI or OIS data systemsAbility to interpret and analyze operational data; prepare clear technical reports for stakeholdersAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings (P&ID drawings, single lines, etc)Strong project management skills, including scheduling, resource allocation, and risk mitigationExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsStrong oral and written communication skillsSolid understanding of expense and capital budgetingAbility to lead and motivate cross-functional teams and foster collaboration Behavioral Attributes Demonstrates company values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior PerformanceWorks effectively in a team environment; promotes collaborationMaintains accuracy and attention to detailAdapts quickly to changing priorities and unexpected challengesCommunicates clearly and tactfully with technical and non-technical audiencesAssertive and able to influence others tactfullyInnovative mindset; seeks continuous improvement and new ways to enhance processesExhibits intellectual curiosity and a commitment to learning For applicants who would be based in California: Pursuant to California law, the reasonable wage expectation for this position is $76,765-$145,934. Southern Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, is a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider meeting the electricity needs of municipalities, electric cooperatives, investor-owned utilities, and other energy customers. Southern Power and its subsidiaries own 55 facilities operating or under construction in 14 states with more than 12,500 MW of generating capacity in Alabama, California, Delaware, Georgia, Kansas, Maine, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, and Washington. 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. Job Identification: 20583 Job Category: Renewable Energy Job Schedule: Full time Company: Southern Power