Development Engineer / Analyst (Natural Gas/Thermal) at Southern Power in Birmingham, AL | Kablio

Role

Description

due diligence

business case

risk assessment

contract negotiation

project development

stakeholder coordination

Supports all phases of project development, including technical due diligence, business case development, risk assessment, and contract negotiations.
Supports the development of greenfield or brownfield gas projects and evaluation of projects that may be acquired as part of a project acquisition.
Coordinates with internal teams and external partners, including business development, technical services, financial evaluation, transmission, environmental, operations, and third-party partners.

Requirements

5+ years

epc

project management

engineering degree

risk analysis

team player

At least five (5) years’ experience in some or all of the following areas: developing/executing (EPC) utility scale generation projects, electric system operations, generation O&M, generation engineering or project management is preferred.
Self-starter that works with a sense of urgency; works well in a team environment and maintains a positive attitude amid changing priorities.
Ability to identify project risks and mitigations, development of business cases for capital investment decisions
Familiarity with EPC, power equipment, long-term service and maintenance contracts and contract negotiations.
Experience in, and/or interacting with the following disciplines: engineering & construction, business development, project development, operations & maintenance, finance, accounting, procurement, environmental compliance, permitting, and transmission, is desired.
Project management skills are required. These skills include the ability to work across multiple organizations, lead a team toward a common objective with schedule deadlines, resolve problems and demonstrate clear, effective communication skills.
Experience in gas development, evaluation, due diligence, or project execution is a plus, but aptitude, attitude, and agility are of primary importance.
A four-year degree is required with a preference for an engineering, finance, economics or accounting (or equivalent) discipline

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

55 Generation Facilities

Nationwide Energy Plants

Operates across 15 states, providing diverse energy solutions.

13,150 MW Capacity

Total Power Capacity

Generated through a mix of gas, solar, wind, and advanced technologies.

7,880 MW to 5,450 MW

Renewable Portfolio Expansion

Shifted from gas to a diversified clean-energy portfolio since 2009.

Sprang to life financing and operating power plants nationwide.
Financial model centers on selling power through long‑term contracts to municipalities, cooperatives, utilities and industrial customers.
Specializes in wholesale energy, natural gas, wind, solar and renewable generation technologies.
Operates a 24/7 remote operations center for real‑time monitoring and optimization of its nationwide fleet.

Culture + Values

Safety First – "Safely approaching every job, every day, always comes first."
Intentional Inclusion – "We are One Team, working to foster a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse team feels valued."
Act with Integrity – "We act with honesty, respect and fairness, demonstrating trustworthiness in all we do."
Superior Performance – "We keep customers at the center of everything we do, with a focus on continuous improvement. We provide exceptional service, delivering innovative solutions that benefit our customers, communities, investors and the environment."

Environment + Sustainability

50% reduction

GHG Emissions Target

Aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% from 2007 levels by 2030, currently on track to meet this target by 2025.

49% reduction

GHG Emissions Achieved

As of 2023, Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions have been reduced by 49% from the 2007 baseline.

20,000 MW

Renewable Resources Target

Project to deploy over 20,000 megawatts of renewable and storage resources by 2030.

$3.9B

Green BondsIssued

Issued approximately $3.9 billion in green bonds to fund 18 projects generating carbon-free electricity.

One-third of annual electric mix from clean energy resources (2023)
Over 20,000 MW of renewable + storage resources expected by 2030
By late-2030s, ~85% reduction in nameplate coal capacity from 2007

Inclusion & Diversity

10% Veterans

Veteran Workforce Composition

Approximately 10% of the system-wide workforce are veterans, National Guard, or reservists.

16% New Hires

Veteran New Hire Rate

16% of year-to-date new hires are veterans.

Employee‑led Inclusion Action Team advancing culture of belonging; hosts annual cultural potluck across offices.
Inclusion Action Team engages with NSBE SEEK program—mentored elementary students in STEM.
Southern Company system EEO‑1 workforce representation data publicly reported.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a formal company commitment (highlighted in sustainability overview)

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Our Business Development Team

Role

Description

due diligence

business case

risk assessment

contract negotiation

project development

stakeholder coordination

Supports all phases of project development, including technical due diligence, business case development, risk assessment, and contract negotiations.
Supports the development of greenfield or brownfield gas projects and evaluation of projects that may be acquired as part of a project acquisition.
Coordinates with internal teams and external partners, including business development, technical services, financial evaluation, transmission, environmental, operations, and third-party partners.

Requirements

5+ years

epc

project management

engineering degree

risk analysis

team player

At least five (5) years’ experience in some or all of the following areas: developing/executing (EPC) utility scale generation projects, electric system operations, generation O&M, generation engineering or project management is preferred.
Self-starter that works with a sense of urgency; works well in a team environment and maintains a positive attitude amid changing priorities.
Ability to identify project risks and mitigations, development of business cases for capital investment decisions
Familiarity with EPC, power equipment, long-term service and maintenance contracts and contract negotiations.
Experience in, and/or interacting with the following disciplines: engineering & construction, business development, project development, operations & maintenance, finance, accounting, procurement, environmental compliance, permitting, and transmission, is desired.
Project management skills are required. These skills include the ability to work across multiple organizations, lead a team toward a common objective with schedule deadlines, resolve problems and demonstrate clear, effective communication skills.
Experience in gas development, evaluation, due diligence, or project execution is a plus, but aptitude, attitude, and agility are of primary importance.
A four-year degree is required with a preference for an engineering, finance, economics or accounting (or equivalent) discipline

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

55 Generation Facilities

Nationwide Energy Plants

Operates across 15 states, providing diverse energy solutions.

13,150 MW Capacity

Total Power Capacity

Generated through a mix of gas, solar, wind, and advanced technologies.

7,880 MW to 5,450 MW

Renewable Portfolio Expansion

Shifted from gas to a diversified clean-energy portfolio since 2009.

Sprang to life financing and operating power plants nationwide.
Financial model centers on selling power through long‑term contracts to municipalities, cooperatives, utilities and industrial customers.
Specializes in wholesale energy, natural gas, wind, solar and renewable generation technologies.
Operates a 24/7 remote operations center for real‑time monitoring and optimization of its nationwide fleet.

Culture + Values

Safety First – "Safely approaching every job, every day, always comes first."
Intentional Inclusion – "We are One Team, working to foster a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse team feels valued."
Act with Integrity – "We act with honesty, respect and fairness, demonstrating trustworthiness in all we do."
Superior Performance – "We keep customers at the center of everything we do, with a focus on continuous improvement. We provide exceptional service, delivering innovative solutions that benefit our customers, communities, investors and the environment."

Environment + Sustainability

50% reduction

GHG Emissions Target

Aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% from 2007 levels by 2030, currently on track to meet this target by 2025.

49% reduction

GHG Emissions Achieved

As of 2023, Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions have been reduced by 49% from the 2007 baseline.

20,000 MW

Renewable Resources Target

Project to deploy over 20,000 megawatts of renewable and storage resources by 2030.

$3.9B

Green BondsIssued

Issued approximately $3.9 billion in green bonds to fund 18 projects generating carbon-free electricity.

One-third of annual electric mix from clean energy resources (2023)
Over 20,000 MW of renewable + storage resources expected by 2030
By late-2030s, ~85% reduction in nameplate coal capacity from 2007

Inclusion & Diversity

10% Veterans

Veteran Workforce Composition

Approximately 10% of the system-wide workforce are veterans, National Guard, or reservists.

16% New Hires

Veteran New Hire Rate

16% of year-to-date new hires are veterans.

Employee‑led Inclusion Action Team advancing culture of belonging; hosts annual cultural potluck across offices.
Inclusion Action Team engages with NSBE SEEK program—mentored elementary students in STEM.
Southern Company system EEO‑1 workforce representation data publicly reported.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a formal company commitment (highlighted in sustainability overview)

Articles

Careers

Solar Portfolio

FAQs

Our Business Development Team