Engineering Manager at Southern Company

Birmingham, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Process engineering, Chemistry, Process safety management, Team leadership, Water treatment, Wastewater treatment, Air pollution control, Hazard analysis, Project management, Technical communication, Process optimization, Troubleshooting, Power generation, Microsoft suite, Strategic planning, Safety compliance

Industry

Utilities

Description

Engineering Manager – Process Chemistry SCS, Technical Shared Services, Environmental Solutions – Process Engineering & Chemistry This position will be located at the Energy Center in Birmingham, AL or GPC HQ Atlanta WORK LOCATION * This position will be located in Birmingham, AL or Atlanta, GA * This position requires travel (up to 25%), including 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 or Atlanta areas POSITION SUMMARY This position is for an engineering manager, a manager of supervisors, a leader of teams for the Southern Company Process Chemistry Group. General responsibilities of this team include providing company assets with expert support in process engineering and chemistry such as steam water chemistry, water treatment, wastewater treatment, and air pollution control. This group is a part of a corporate shared services organization serving the many companies of Southern Company. MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES * Lead and administer multiple teams of engineers, chemists and specialists in proficient delivery of subject matter expertise in conceptualization, design, procurement, installation, operation and maintenance of energy and power infrastructure. * Be a champion for Process Safety Management (PSM) practices including Inherent Safe Design, Process Hazard Analyses (PHA, HAZID, HAZOP, etc.), Hazard Mitigation Analyses (HMA), Design Hazard Reviews, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) and Management of Change (MOC). * Hire, equip, prepare, counsel, performance-manage and maintain teams of professionals. * Prioritize and delegate work effectively * Ensure predictable delivery of work products (safety, quality, performance, cost, schedule) * Exemplify intentional, critical review and examination of work processes and products * Establish and maintain continuous improvement processes * Effectively communicate complex matters to staff, company leadership, and general audiences. * Lead the leaders in design and process safety reviews of existing and new facilities. * Review and validate process equipment design specifications, safeguard specifications, commissioning and test data. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education: * Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry or similar science is required. Experience: * Two or more years of experience in leading engineers and/or chemists as a manager, supervisor or team leader * At least 10 years working as engineer or chemist in power generation, paper mill, petrochemical, refinery, gas operations, pipeline or other heavy industrial processes (REQUIRED) * Five or more years of direct application of PSM practices * Proven track record of optimizing and troubleshooting complex mechanical and chemical processes. * Recognized to have strong communication and presenting skills of complex matters to various audiences Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: * Proven, effective leader of people and teams * Expertise in the processes and operation of power plants, steam water chemistry, water & wastewater treatment, and natural gas processing. * Knowledge of fossil fueled-combustion systems, gas/liquid contacting systems, and pollutant emission control. * Proven exceptional analytical ability. Easily grasp advanced technical concepts. * Exceptional communication and presentation skills * Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft suite of software. BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES * Demonstrate Southern Company Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Superior Performance, and Act with Integrity. Foster a culture of these values. * Exemplification of Principle Centered Leadership (7 Habits of Highly Effective People) * A student and teacher of our business * Safety focus and a strong personal safety record * Record of cultivating positive working environments BENEFITS * Competitive Pay * Excellent benefits packages which include: * Medical and dental coverage * Defined pension/cash balance benefit plan * Performance-sharing plan * 401(k) plan with a generous company match * Bonus opportunities * Tuition reimbursement ***Please submit an updated resume with your application*** About Southern Company Southern Company (NYSE: SO [https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/southern-company-first-quarter-earnings-to-be-released-may-1-302406019.html#financial-modal]) 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 [https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fseo.nlx.org%2Fsouthernco%2Fpdf%2FSOCO-Benefits.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Csipricke%40southernco.COM%7C235679ee89374ff2a68f08dd1485ddd6%7Cc0a02e2d1186410a88950a4a252ebf17%7C0%7C0%7C638689287367618503%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pS%2FbwHQsZU6%2BJWmcyrcb0OIy7tbDDbozXe9o11R7Hqg%3D&reserved=0]. 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. Southern Company Services

Responsibilities

Lead and manage multiple teams of engineers and chemists to provide expert support in process engineering, water treatment, and air pollution control. Ensure the safe and efficient design, operation, and maintenance of energy infrastructure while championing process safety management practices.