United States onlySouthwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. We’re about the power of relationships. Our employees have the opportunity to work together to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to the millions of people living in our service territory. We have been voted one of Arkansas’ Best Places to work by Arkansas Business and we are looking for a member of our team who is passionate about our mission to keep the lights on!
We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.
We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package:
- Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities
- Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Relocation bonus (if applicable)
- Hybrid working environment for positions that are eligible
- Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time. While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range. We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.
- Sr. Engineer Pay Range: $106,500 - $123,700
Join our team as Sr Engineer!
The Sr. Engineer is responsible to the assigned supervisor for primarily performing the modeling of the SPP electrical transmission system for engineering analyses supporting the Integrated Transmission Planning process, Tariff Studies, North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) model build requirements and processes, and/or NERC compliance models as well as coordination and completion of any special studies for Southwest Power Pool Inc.
The Senior Engineer will support the overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, policy matters, and any other relevant issues to the planning model building process, including the development of new planning techniques, process improvements and engineering measurements. The Senior Engineer is responsible for coordinating many aspects of the SPP transmission planning models to ensure that the grid remains reliable, robust and able to meet many possible futures.
The position requires frequent interaction with SPP staff, stakeholders and regulators requiring the incumbent to be able to communicate effectively. This communication, both written and oral, is for the purposes of requests, analysis, coordination, guidance, and presentations. This position also requires advanced leadership skills and the ability to mentor other staff members. Leadership activities may include involvement with working groups, active involvement with multiple Engineering efforts, representing System Planning Modeling inside and outside of the Engineering department, and reviewing and approving work efforts of team members.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop advanced expertise in SPP power system analysis tools including:
- Gain advanced knowledge in:
- Create automation scripts (e.g., Python) for data extraction, transformation, and reporting from PSSE case files.
- Support planning initiatives such as:
- Maintain and develop tools such as:
- Collaborate with ISOs, RTOs, and Planning Authorities to ensure accurate and efficient model builds and simulations.
- Author and maintain technical documentation and model build manuals.
- Provide staff secretary support (e.g., meeting minutes, Robert’s Rules of Order) for technical working groups and task forces as needed.
To be successful in the role we're looking for:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, this degree should:
- Be from a university that meets the requirements to sit for the Professional Engineering exam (in Arkansas, that is most typically a degree from an ABET accredited university or a graduate degree from a college that has an ABET accreditation),
- The degree should be in a calculus-based engineering field, and preferred degree programs are Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Systems Engineering
- Sr Engineer – Five (5) years of relevant engineering experience, a professional engineer license, or an advanced degree may satisfy the requirement for one year of experience.
- Advanced Knowledge of PSSE Power Flow Software
- Competent with the administrative and communication tools for word processing, spread sheet
- development and time keeping, as a minimum
- Intermediate/advanced proficiency with most SPP power systems analysis tools with a solid command of
- several SPP tools and/or processes
- Practical understanding of the SPP Open Access Transmission Tariff, FERC & NERC governing documents,
- SPP By-Laws, SPP Criteria and the SPP Committee structure
- Strong knowledge of several power systems analysis tools applicable to power system steady state,
- dynamic, or database management systems
- Strong inter-personal and team work skills along with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced working knowledge with communication and data handling software such as Microsoft
- Office© Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point
Preferred:
- A Professional Engineer License
- Advanced degree in related field of study
- Electric Utility Industry experience
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of workweek are Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Working extended hours may be required.
Travel Requirement:
This position requires minimal travel (approximately 0-15%).
SPP is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
At SPP we believe in a culture of belonging. Learn more here: Culture of Belonging - Southwest Power Pool .
Full job descriptions will be made available to those selected for an interview.
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