**JOB SUMMARY:**
+ Perform energy efficiency economic evaluations and support associated regulatory requirements.
+ Implement the company's strategic initiatives in designing and integrating load flexibility programs.
+ Design and develop dispatchable distributed energy resource (DER) and demand response (DR) programs for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
+ Partner with operating companies' customer solutions, programs, planning and operations teams on program design and implementation.
+ Develop and enhance integration of DER into our operations and planning process to ensure accurate reflection of system value for program offerings across operating companies, customer classes, technologies, and program parameters.
**JOB REQUIREMENTS:**
**Education**
+ BS or higher is required. Degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or other analytical fields is preferred.
**Experience**
+ 1-2 years' work experience in a utility or other professional business setting is desired
+ Experience in one or more of the following functional areas is desired:
+ System/Resource Planning
+ Economic/Financial Analysis
+ Power Delivery
+ Demand Side Planning (marketing, pricing & planning, etc.)
+ Generation
**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities**
+ Knowledge of System Planning & Power Operations is desired
+ Knowledge of marginal cost analysis and theory is desired
+ Understanding of the utility industry and business model is desired
+ Curiosity, initiative, and a desire to create/build is desired
+ Strong problem-solving skills with a desire to understand, break down, and analyze complex problems is required
+ Effective coordination and communication across functions and work locations is required
+ Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills are required
**Behavioral Attributes**
+ Must demonstrate Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, Superior Performance
+ Ability to build strong working relationships and work in a team environment
+ Demonstrate commitment to accuracy and attention to detail
**MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ Conduct energy efficiency economic evaluations
+ Support all regulatory requirements associated with energy efficiency program analysis
+ Develop modeling, analysis, and program design for DERs and Demand Response programs
+ Integrate new DER into our operations and planning process and ensure program viability, working with key stakeholders
+ Represent load flexibility topics to system-wide audiences
+ Interface with Power Delivery, Transmission Planning, and Generation Operations on deployment of DER assets
+ Develop and assist with regulatory filings such as data requests and witness preparations
+ Provide support to other teams within Load Flexibility and Economics team on an as-needed basis
+ Be a trusted partner with clients, peers, and stakeholders
**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 .
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 . Additional and specific details about total compensation and beneļ¬ts 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: 15611
Job Category: Finance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services