Interconnections Supervisor – Power Delivery

Summary of Position Duties:

This position is responsible for leading a team to manage both transmission and distribution generator interconnection requests for customers seeking to operate in parallel with and sell power to MPC. This position leads and supervises a team of three people to support the interconnection process. This position requires close coordination with the interconnection customer and multiple workgroups across Mississippi Power, Southern Company Services, Alabama Power, and Georgia Power. This position will provide the opportunity to work with and gain exposure to a variety of areas including but not limited to Transmission Planning, Distribution Planning, System Planning, Bulk Power Operations, Accounting, Finance and Treasury, Legal, Protection and Controls, Power Delivery Operations, Division Engineering, Marketing, Regulatory, and regulatory agencies such as the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Mississippi Public Service Commission (MPSC) to ensure a seamless experience throughout the interconnection process. Responsibilities will also include the handling of communication with all impacted parties to ensure that a timely and accurate response is developed for each interconnection request.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead a team that serves as the single point of contact for current and potential direct connected generation customers.

• Provide leadership, strategic direction, and development for the interconnection team.

• The interconnection team is responsible for;

  • Managing MPC’s Transmission and Distribution Interconnection procedures.

  • Educating and leading potential interconnection customers through the application, interconnection study, and interconnection agreement process to ensure all applicable processes and procedures are adhered to.

  • Managing executed generator interconnection agreements to ensure all contractual obligations are met according to the terms and conditions of each agreement.

  • Serving as project manager to coordinate across multiple departments to facilitate the construction of direct connected interconnection facilities, energization of the interconnection tie, initial synchronization, and witness testing.

• Participate on Southern Company and Industry Committees to shape internal policies and procedures with intention that interconnection customers do not impact system reliability or the safety of our employees.

• Conduct research to stay aware of regulatory or industry initiatives or trends regarding interconnection policy that could impact Mississippi Power’s distribution or transmission system.

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution is required. Electrical Engineering degree is highly preferred.

• A minimum of 5 years electrical utility transmission or distribution experience preferred.

• Strong understanding of basic engineering theories and principles of transmission or distribution system operations and design.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Strong technical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to provide leadership and development to the interconnection workgroup.

• Excellent written and oral communications skills are required to be successful in this position.

• Ability to understand technical documentation (electrical diagrams, equipment specifications, etc.).

• Ability to prioritize work effectively, exercise sound judgment, and accurately complete multiple tasks with limited oversight.

• Ability to understand and communicate technical details to various workgroups and customers.

• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to handle multiple tasks, and a working knowledge of software applications such as JETS, DistGIS, Vizio, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Teams.

• Ability to present information, facilitate meetings, and provide direction to others.

• Must have the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting required deadlines.

• Ability to understand and interpret regulatory orders, agreements, and contractual language.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, customers, and the public by adapting to various personality styles in a professional, cooperative, problem-solving manner.

• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Demonstrates Principle Centered Leadership.

• Consistently demonstrates “Our Values”

  • Safety First

  • Unquestionable Trust

  • Superior Performance

  • Total Commitment

• Values teamwork and works effectively in a team environment across multiple business functions.

• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and motivation for quality, accuracy and timeliness.

• Displays a high degree of self-direction with strong initiative.

• Assumes leadership roles when necessary.

• Uses discretion concerning confidential and sensitive issues/information.

• Approaches conflict resolution with a calm demeanor and willingness to listen.

  Mississippi Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, provides clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy to more than 192,000 customers and communities in 23 southeast Mississippi counties. For over 100 years, Mississippi Power is a leader in customer service, workforce development and education, environmental stewardship, and employee volunteerism. The company is an industry leader when it comes to working safely, providing around-the-clock reliable service and its expert storm response. Mississippi Power has been at the forefront of innovation in the state through strategic partnerships in electric transportation and solar energy. The company has worked with the Coast Transit Authority to put the state’s first electric public transportation bus in operation and with Forrest County Agriculture High School on the state’s first electric school bus. It also partnered with the Hattiesburg Zoo on a new electric train and worked with the country’s largest Domino’s franchise to electrify its delivery fleet. Also, a leader in renewable energy, Mississippi Power partnered with the Naval Construction Battalion Center to install the first microgrid at a Navy facility. The company was among the first to introduce utility scale solar in the state with nearly 160 MW of renewable energy produced, enough to power 23,000 homes for a year. Mississippi Power’s mission is to provide world-class value to our customers and communities every day.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial 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 infrastructure company 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 our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero 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 and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. 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: 11460

Job Category: Power System and Control Center Operations

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Mississippi Power