Interconnections Planning Engineer Project Coordinator

Engineer/Project Coordinator - Interconnections Planning Transmission

Reports to: Rafael Bautista, Supervisor PD Interconnections & Planning

Location: 241 Ralph McGill,   Atlanta, GA (GPC Headquarters)

Travel: Up to 25%

Relocation: Some relocation assistance may be available for this position if the selected candidate currently resides outside the Atlanta area.

NOTE: This position will be filled at salary grade levels 03 - 06 Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

Transmission Interconnections Planning helps Georgia Power’s strategy to meet the energy needs of customers and support the state’s expected continued extraordinary growth by serving on the team that studies generator interconnection requests. A key component of the strategy is to procure up to 4,000 MW of renewable resources by 2035.

The Engineer/Project Coordinator coordinates with Southern Company Services Generation Procurement Development and Technical Shared Services, Georgia Power Project Management and other internal stakeholders to address the Georgia Power Company Owned Proposal Generation Interconnection requests providing support for the development of project scopes for Generator Step Up (GSU) Transformer Station and Gen Tie Line up to the Point of interconnection to the transmission system while meeting FERC, state, and reliability standards. This role manages communications with all parties and ensures timely, accurate responses to each request.

The position will also support tracking activities related to all existing GPC Company Owned Generation projects up to achieving in service transmission connection.
Candidates who do not currently live in the Metro Atlanta area may be eligible for relocation assistance, which will be evaluated individually as necessary.

This position may be filled as a salary grade SCE03, SCE04, SCE05 or SCE06. Individuals who demonstrate advanced skills in terms of work experience, education, and certifications may be eligible for the more advanced position.

JOB DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIS:

- Collaborate with the Transmission Interconnections Planning (IP-T) Project Manager and Transmission Project Management Organization (PMO) to define project scopes, timelines, and cost estimates for Transmission Planning related to Company Owned Proposal Generator Interconnection requests.
- Prepare project scopes for GSU and tie line, with input from various work groups including Generation Development, PMO, Transmission Design, System Operations, and Renewable and Resilient Generation.
- Coordinate closely with Estimating team and Project Controls to ensure accurate budgeting of generator interconnection GSU station and gen tie line costs estimates.
- Under technical guidance of the SCS Policy & Services Implementation Project Management group, provide necessary input on Interconnection Agreements and other related contracts and documentation per FERC guidelines and ensure interconnection contracts are thorough and meet the needs of the customer while meeting Georgia Power and Southern Company’s compliance guidelines.
- This position needs to understand and follow Standard of Conduct Policy around Generation RFPs
- Coordinate and participate in activities required per ITS Planning Procedure 13 (Guidelines for Interconnecting New Generation to the Georgia ITS) along with other applicable ITS Planning and Operating Guidelines and Procedures and other generation interconnection activities requested by the ITS Participants.
- Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and project teams.
- Respond to storms both within and outside the system as needed.
- Hold a valid Georgia Driver’s License and drive company or rental vehicles for field visits.

Qualifications

JOB EXPERIENCE and EDUCATION:

- Four (4) year B.S. Engineering Degree or Engineering Technology Degree preferred - Electrical desired or equivalent experience.

Technical Experience Requirements:

- Experience and understanding related to planning, design, operation, and maintenance processes for substations and transmission lines.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the transmission system, engineering principles, electric operating practices, construction practices, land requirements and regulations, budgeting, scheduling, and general business practices.
- Analytical skills required to assess progress, identify issues, evaluate alternatives and financial impacts, and determine solutions that address both customer and company needs.
- Experience with the generator interconnection process and its implementation is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- Comprehensive understanding of utility transmission and distribution systems.
- Proven ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the capacity to communicate clearly at all organizational levels, including with external parties.
- Strong aptitude for collaborative work within cross-functional teams.
- Skilled in organizing, managing, and prioritizing substantial workloads.
- Familiarity with accounting procedures relevant to expenditures, project billing, and capital budgeting processes is preferred.
- Experience with TEAMS, Budget Change Authorization (BCA) process, STOMP, and Oracle is desired.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Power Automate and Power BI is desired.
- Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to adhering to established processes and procedures.
Sound judgement in decision-making.
- Open to innovative ideas and dedicated to continuous learning.
- Demonstrates agility in adapting to changing circumstances.

Behavioral Attributes:

- Demonstrates behaviors aligned with Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Acting with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
- Maintains a results-oriented approach to responsibilities, demonstrating ownership and personal accountability for assigned tasks.
- Applies creative problem-solving skills to balance organizational needs with external perspectives.
- Works effectively within teams characterized by diverse disciplines and backgrounds, serving as both leader and contributor as required.
- Able to manage substantial workloads, meet demanding deadlines, and prioritize amidst conflicting requirements.
- Displays strong initiative and exercises sound judgement when making challenging decisions.