What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer | Birmingham position at Southern Company?
Process Engineer – Generation (Birmingham)
SCS, Technical Shared Services, Environmental Solutions – Process Engineering & Chemistry
WORK LOCATION
The Environmental Solutions department within Southern Company’s Technical Shared Services is currently seeking candidates for the position of Process Engineer. This position is responsible for providing corporate engineering support for Southern Company’s power generation fleet. The role involves a mix of field and office work, supporting various projects in electric generating plants, including current and future water treatment, wastewater treatment, air emissions control and other chemical processes.
Primary Responsibilities
Education :
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: 19229
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
SCS, Technical Shared Services, Environmental Solutions – Process Engineering & Chemistry
WORK LOCATION
- This position is located in Alabama (Birmingham).
- This position requires travel (up to 50%), both day-trip and overnight (including some air travel).
- This position will require a mix of both field and office work.
- Some relocation assistance is available if the selected candidate currently resides outside the Birmingham area.
The Environmental Solutions department within Southern Company’s Technical Shared Services is currently seeking candidates for the position of Process Engineer. This position is responsible for providing corporate engineering support for Southern Company’s power generation fleet. The role involves a mix of field and office work, supporting various projects in electric generating plants, including current and future water treatment, wastewater treatment, air emissions control and other chemical processes.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide process engineering support for water and wastewater treatment systems and projects across the Southern Company fleet
- Develop and review conceptual designs, design basis documentation, and technical specifications
- Evaluate supplier proposals
- Review engineering drawings and packages to ensure compliance with company specifications & guidelines as well as pertinent codes & regulations
- Troubleshoot plant processes across the fleet and monitor/analyze operating data for process improvements
- Support the design and execution of pilot programs and/or testing to demonstrate process performance and environmental compliance
- Effectively communicate complex topics to various working groups both internal and external to Southern Company
- Effectively work with various stakeholders across Southern Company
Education :
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
- Chemical Engineering preferred
- Other degrees may be considered with significant relevant experience.
- At least 4 years of experience with heavy industrial processes required (e.g., power generation, paper mill, petrochemical, refinery, gas operations, pipeline, etc.)
- Exposure to plant environments preferred
- Specification, commissioning, and troubleshooting of mechanical and chemical process operations preferred
- Water treatment systems experience preferred
- Project and/or team leadership experience desired
- Knowledge of fossil-fueled power plants and pollutant emission control systems
- Strong analytical ability to grasp advanced technical concepts for problem solving and troubleshooting
- Ability to manage multiple projects with varying schedules and priorities
- Familiarity with process safety and inherently safe design principles
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong presentation skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Demonstrate Southern Company Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Superior Performance, and Act with Integrity
- Customer focused
- Strong initiative and personal accountability
- Work effectively in collaborative team setting
- Competitive Pay
- Excellent benefits package including:
- Medical and dental coverage
- Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Performance-sharing plan
- 401(k) plan with a generous company match
- Bonus opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Please submit current resume with your application_
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: 19229
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services