Engineer II, Sr. or Sr Engineer II –Transmission Services

Southwest 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 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.

- Engineer II Pay Range: $88,000 - $98,000

- Senior Engineer Pay Range: $106,500 - $123,700

- Senior Engineer II Pay Range: $123,700 - $135,000

Join our team as an Engineer in Transmission Services.

Southwest Power Pool, Inc. (SPP) is seeking an experienced and motivated Engineer – Transmission Services to lead the modeling and analysis of the SPP electrical Transmission System. This role involves performing engineering analyses, coordinating special studies, and supporting the Transmission Services department in collaboration with SPP staff, members, and Tariff customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Transmission System planning and the ability to apply engineering theory to real-world situations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the modeling, analysis, and planning of the SPP electrical Transmission System

- Develop, maintain, and improve engineering processes, procedures, and planning techniques

- Collaborate with internal departments, vendors, consultants, SPP members, and Tariff customers to achieve Transmission Services objectives

- Apply advanced engineering analysis and develop improved engineering methods

- Mentor and train staff, including onboarding and professional development of less experienced team members

- Lead and participate in working groups, study efforts, and stakeholder meetings

- Oversee technical aspects of planning processes and ensure compliance with governing documents and regulatory requirements

- Provide technical support to customers, facilitating feedback discussions to achieve consensus and satisfaction

- Manage multiple technical projects independently while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

- Represent Transmission Services internally and externally as a subject matter expert in powerflow and transmission concepts

- Develop reports, procedures, and presentations while ensuring technical accuracy and adherence to SPP standards

- Promote SPP culture, mission, and core values in all interactions and work responsibilities

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)

- Be in a calculus-based engineering field, and preferred degree programs are Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Systems Engineering

- Engineer II – Two (2) years of relevant engineering experience

- Senior Engineer – Five (5) years of relevant engineering experience; a Professional Engineer license or an advanced degree may satisfy the requirement for one (1) year of experience.

- Senior Engineer II – Nine (9) years of relevant engineering experience; a Professional Engineer license or an advanced degree in related field of study may satisfy the requirement for one (1) year of experience. Two (2) years of experience may satisfy both a Professional Engineer license and an advanced degree in related field.

- Competency with the administrative and communication tools for word processing, spreadsheet development and time keeping, as a minimum

- Strong knowledge of several power systems analysis tools applicable to power system steady state, dynamic, short circuit, or database management systems

- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills along with good written and verbal communication skills

- Excellent working skills with communication and data handling software such as Microsoft Office© Word, Excel, Access

- Understanding and complying with SPP Policies and Procedures

Preferred:

- Professional Engineer license

- Advanced degree in related field of study

- Electric utility industry experience

- Proficient with most SPP power systems analysis tools with a solid command of several SPP tools and processes

- Sound understanding of the SPP Open Access Transmission Tariff, NAESB, FERC & NERC governing documents, SPP By-Laws, SPP Criteria, and the SPP Committee structure

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

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 moderate travel (approximately 0-10%).

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 HR@spp.org 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.

Education

Preferred

- Bachelors or better

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