Electrical Engineer 1 4P/245

Electrical Engineer 1
Grid Research & Analytics Engineer
Department: Research & Development - Schatz Grid Visualization and Analytics Center (SGVAC)
Location: Birmingham, AL.
Contract- 3 Years
Position Summary:

This role supports the Grid Operations and Planning Research area within Southern Company's Research & Development department, specifically under the SGVAC , an innovation hub for emerging situational awareness technologies for Transmission and Distribution systems. The position emphasizes advanced power system analysis , modeling and simulation , data analytics , and visualization to evaluate and implement next-generation grid technologies.

This individual will support and eventually lead efforts to test, evaluate, and deploy new operational tools and technologies, including DERMS platforms, DMS integration, synchrophasor applications, and cyber-secure grid solutions using tools like Real Time Digital Simulator (RTDS) .
Key Responsibilities:

• Support and lead research initiatives focused on grid operations technologies .
• Develop and execute research plans to evaluate emerging systems and tools.
• Conduct power system modeling , real-time simulation , and hardware-in-the-loop testing .
• Apply data science and big data analytics to improve system monitoring, control, and visualization.
• Integrate DERMS , DMS , and next-gen control center functionalities into research projects.
• Prepare clear and detailed documentation, reports, and technical presentations.
• Collaborate across teams, departments, and external stakeholders.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently with minimal supervision.

Required Education & Experience:

• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems specialization preferred)
• Experience or academic training in computer programming (Python, C#, SQL)
• Exposure to data science , modeling, and simulation in a power system context

Desired Skills & Competencies:

• Solid understanding of power system operations , transmission and distribution systems , and control center technologies
• Familiarity with RTDS , SCADA systems , and cybersecurity considerations in energy systems
• Proficiency in data structures , databases , and networking fundamentals
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results across cross-functional R&D projects