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Southern Company

Grid Stability and Special Studies Engineer (Multiple Positions)

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onsite mid full-time Birmingham, AL

First indexed 3 Oct 2026

Description

The Grid Stability and Special Studies Engineer will be part of a team of engineers responsible for planning the bulk transmission system for Georgia Power Company, Alabama Power Company, and Mississippi Power Company with a primary focus on system stability.

Responsibilities include:

  • Conduct power system studies and analyses related to transmission system stability and reliability.
  • Conduct special studies and technical evaluations to support transmission and generation equipment applications.
  • Create and apply models used in planning and operational studies.
  • Prepare technical reports, engineering evaluations, and recommendations.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on system planning and emerging technology initiatives.
  • Assess the impacts of new technologies and evolving industry trends.
  • Present technical findings to engineering staff, management, and other stakeholders.
  • Support the development of technical standards, guidelines, processes, and best practices.
  • Evaluate the impacts of increasing levels of BPS-connected inverter-based resources, emerging technologies, and data centers on power system reliability.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • Experience in power systems, electrical equipment, or power system protection and controls is a plus.
  • Experience with power system modeling and analysis tools such as PSCAD, PSS/E, EMTP-RV, CAPE, PowerWorld, or PSLF is a plus.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment, both in-person and virtually.
  • Self-motivated, results-oriented, and innovative mindset.
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