Ash Pond Engineer - Principal or Senior (East Region)

Ash Pond Engineer - Principal or Senior (East Region)

Description

Ash Pond Engineer - Principal or Senior (East Region )

SCS Technical & Project Solutions (T&PS), Tech Svcs - Earth Sciences & Env Engineering

This position is flexible to be located in Georgia (Atlanta-preferred) or Alabama (Birmingham)

WORK LOCATION

• This position will primarily support CCR and ash pond projects at Georgia generation plant sites, majority of which are located within a reasonable commute distance to the Atlanta area
• Preferably, the successful candidate will be based out of the Atlanta metro area, however, we are willing to consider candidates from Alabama, provided they are willing/able to travel to Georgia plant sites on a routine basis
• Approximate travel requirements: 25% if located in Georgia, 50% if located in Alabama

POSITION SUMMARY

This position will be filled as a Principal Engineer (Level 7) or Engineer Sr (Level 6), commensurate to the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

The Senior or Principal Ash Pond Engineer (East region) is responsible for managing technical activities related to utility Customer's Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) and ash pond closure projects. Dependent on experience and qualifications, the Engineer could also be responsible for coordinating a multi-disciplinary team to deliver quality engineering packages on time and on schedule. This individual will focus on technical oversight and coordination of the design and engineering of the ash pond closure projects, as well as managing external contracts related to quality assurance and engineering activities. The Engineer could also oversee and coordinate an OPCo wide, field, Instrumentation and/or Quality Assurance role to be sure consistency and compliance with project plans and specifications was upheld.

Building and maintaining a positive working relationship with project stakeholders is critical in this role. Effective communication skills and a familiarity with ash pond construction projects and engineering design are required.

This individual will interface regularly with internal Customers to ensure timely communication of issues. They will also help drive consistency in the application of lessons learned, processes, and procedures.

The candidate must be able to build relationships and foster trust.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program/institution is required
• Preferred disciplines include: Civil, Geotechnical, Geoenvironmental, or Geological Engineering, or another related engineering field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years work experience in engineering, earth sciences, construction, or another related field required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Good interpersonal and relational skills
• Experience in engineering design and construction project support, particularly experience related to CCR, dam, and/or landfills work
• Contractor field oversight experience related to plan and specifications
• Direct experience in the areas related to CCR work, including, but not limited to: Ash Pond Safety, CCR Closure Methodology, CCR Material Properties, CCR Beneficial Use, Geotechnical Instrumentation, Quality Control and Quality Assurance, and Cover Systems, preferred
• Strong oral communication and writing skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Must be flexible, adapting easily to changing priorities

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Consistent demonstration of Southern Company Values - Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment
• Safety focus and a strong personal safety record
• Ability to lead and leverage team strengths while addressing team opportunities

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• Relocation assistance is available if the selected candidate does not already live within a reasonable commute distance

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*

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com .

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.

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Job Field: Engineering

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta

Operating Company: Southern Company Services

Other Locations: Alabama, Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Birmingham, Georgia, Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Newnan, Georgia-Metro Atlanta, Georgia-North Georgia-Roopville, Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Smyrna, Georgia-North Georgia-Cartersville, United States, Georgia-Central Georgia-Juliette, Georgia-Coastal Georgia-Rincon

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to): Yes, 50 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

Georgia Power Headquarters - 241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE (241ATLANTA)

241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE

Atlanta, 30308

The Energy Center - 3535 Colonnade Parkway (3535Birmingham)

3535 Colonnade Parkway

Birmingham, 35243

Plant Yates - 708 Dyer Road (708NEWNAN)

708 Dyer Road

Newnan, 30263

Plant Wansley - Liberty Church Road (1ROOPVILLE)

Liberty Church Road

Roopville, 30170

Plant McDonough - 5551 South Cobb Drive (5551SMYRNA)

5551 South Cobb Drive

Smyrna, 30080

Plant Bowen - 317 Covered Bridge Road, SW (317CARTERSVILLE)

317 Covered Bridge Road, SW

Cartersville, 30120

Plant Scherer - 10986 Highway 87 (10986JULIETTE)

10986 Highway 87

Juliette, 31046

Plant McIntosh Combined Cycle - 900 Old Augusta Road Central (900RINCON)

900 Old Augusta Road Central

Rincon, 31326

Req ID: SCS2010862