Southern Company · 3 months ago
Grid Enhancing Technologies, Principal Project Manager/Engineer
Atlanta, GA, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/StaffSouthern Company is a leading energy provider committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy. The Principal Project Manager/Engineer will provide technical leadership in the integration of emerging grid technologies, focusing on the evaluation and deployment of advanced grid solutions to meet evolving energy needs.
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Responsibilities
Lead coordination for technical evaluations and deployments of emerging grid solutions, with a particular focus on Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs)
Support and lead coordination of technical evaluation, assessment of, and reporting on projects, with a focus on those funded by governmental agencies, other partnerships as applicable, and regulatory coordination
Develop frameworks and processes for GETs integration, ensuring alignment with regulatory commitments
Manage and coordinate deployment of strategic projects, including performance metrics and regulatory compliance
Collaborate cross-functionally across Southern Company to ensure consistent strategy and execution for emerging grid technologies
Represent Georgia Power externally to communicate technical efforts, build partnerships, and align industry initiatives
Ability to translate technical findings into compelling executive summaries that inform enterprise decision-making
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required, degree in engineering or related field preferred
Proven experience in technical project management, preferably in grid technologies or energy infrastructure
Strong analytical skills to assess opportunities, resolve issues, and implement effective solutions
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate complex projects
Excellent communication and presentation skills for engaging internal and external stakeholders
Consistent demonstration of behaviors aligned with our core values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance
Preferred
Experience with regulatory processes and grant-funded projects (DOE, GEFA, etc.) is highly desirable
Technical expertise in Transmission & Distribution systems, planning models, GETs, and emerging energy technologies preferred
Benefits
Competitive base salary
Annual incentive awards for eligible employees
Health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being
Additional compensation, such as an incentive program
Company
Southern Company
Southern Company headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, is the shared services division of Southern Company.
Founded in 1912
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.16BKey Investors
GRIP Program
2025-10-03Post Ipo Equity· $1.75B
2025-05-20Post Ipo Debt· $1.45B
2024-10-21Grant· $160M
Leadership Team
Thomas Fanning
President and CEO
David Poroch
Chief Financial Officer
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