Engineer I II or Sr Engineer Operational Planning
Engineer I II or Sr Engineer Operational Planning
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$ 80000 - 85000
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Job Description
Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. Were 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 employerpaid shortterm disability longterm 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 employermatch 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 candidates qualifications skills competencies experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.
- Sr. Engineer range $106500 $123700
- Engineer II Pay Range: $88000 $98000
- Engineer I Pay Range: $80000 $85000
Join our team as an Operational Planning Engineer!
The Operations Engineer plays a key role in providing engineering analysis performing studies and conducting data analysis in support of all Operationsrelated responsibilities within the SPP Regions. This position offers both realtime and forward engineering support working closely with the Reliability Market Operations Tariff Administration and Scheduling functions. The role involves coordinating these analyses and studies within the SPP Regions and across regions when necessary. The Operations Engineer will also offer coordination support for various SPP organizational committees working groups and task forces.
This is an independent role with minimal guidance required from the Manager and will involve technical problem solving project leadership and collaboration across teams to ensure the smooth and reliable operation of the transmission network.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide Engineering Support: Offer comprehensive engineering support analysis and training for all assigned Coordinated Operations functions.
- Lead Special Projects: Spearhead special projects based on experience and expertise assisting senior engineers as necessary.
- Data Collection & Validation: Independently request collect prepare and validate data for realtime currentday and nextday operational assessments.
- Operational Assessments: Execute computer runs for analysis of the transmission network and coordinate generation and transmission maintenance outage requests.
- Tools Utilization: Use advanced tools including Alarming Realtime Contingency Analysis powerflow models and constraint manager tools to perform system analyses and ensure reliable system operation.
- Mentoring & Training: Support and mentor junior staff members sharing knowledge and enhancing team capabilities.
- System Operations Understanding: Maintain a highlevel understanding of system operations and planning principles.
- Committee Involvement: Actively participate in SPP or NERC committees working groups or task forces contributing expert knowledge.
- Operations Process Development: Lead the development and maintenance of Operationsrelated applications and processes ensuring consistent operational efficiency.
- Compliance: Maintain compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures as well as NERC and FERC standards or policies.
- Subject Matter Expertise: Be recognized as a subject matter expert in relevant areas contributing insights to improve system operations and planning.
- Decision Making: Demonstrate strong decisionmaking and project management skills to adapt technical studies and services between standard and nonstandard techniques.
To be successful as an Operational Planning Engineer were 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)
- Degree should be in a calculusbased 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.
- Engineer II Two 2 years of jobrelated work experience
- Engineer I No experience required
- Competent with the administrative and communication tools for word processing spread sheet 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 team work 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 comply with compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures
Preferred:
- A 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/or processes
- Sound understanding of the SPP Open Access Transmission Tariff FERC & NERC governing documents SPP ByLaws 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 fulltime 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 010.
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 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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
