Engineer II or Senior Engineer Transmission Planning

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 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 employerâmatch benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP

PLEASE NOTE: SPP is not able to sponsor employment visas or studentâwork authorizations (STEM OPT) for this position. Please ensure you are eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship prior to applying.

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. Factors such as qualifications skills competencies experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.

Salary Ranges

Sr. Engineer: $108000 $123000
Engineer II: $88000 $99000

Overview

The Engineer II and Senior Engineer Transmission Planning roles support the development analysis and execution of transmission planning functions. Responsibilities include performing engineering analyses running simulations using appropriate economic and reliability software tools developing and coordinating study scopes and supporting the CPP Tariff Studies Regional Cost Allocation Review (RCAR) and Coordinated System Plan Study processes.

Both levels contribute to the planning objectives critical issues new concepts policy matters process improvements and engineering measurements. These roles require interaction with SPP staff stakeholders and regulators with the ability to communicate effectively through written and oral formats. A strong technical understanding of SPPs power systemsincluding powerflow flowgates congestion and transmission planning techniquesis required along with a fundamental understanding of the SPP Culture Mission Core Values and governing documents.

Core Responsibilities

Engineering Concepts and Tools
Develop expertise with SPP power system analysis tools and processes
Apply concepts related to powerflow and transmission planning
Develop use and instruct transmission planning tools such as PROMOD Powerbase PAT PSS/E Capacity Expansion software and Microsoft Office

Engineering Responsibilities
Complete study assignments directed by supervision or stakeholder committees
Lead or support complex technical processes for transmission planning and CPPârelated efforts; delegation of assignments may be required
Responsible for technical content in the CPP Report and STEP Reports approved by the Board of Directors
Coordinate SPP transmission planning process results and analysis with neighboring ISOs RTOs and Planning Authorities

Governing Processes
Maintain detailed understanding of governing documents and processes as required

Stakeholder Relationships
Develop positive technical supervisory leadership and managementâlevel stakeholder relationships
Assist with assignments to collect data share results and facilitate stakeholder feedback
Develop staff secretary skills (meeting minutes action items Roberts Rules of Order)
Serve as staff secretary for an SPP task force or working group if called to do so

Engineering Judgment
Exercise intermediate decisionâmaking skills to adapt between standard and nonâstandard techniques
Take responsibility for independent projects and develop project management skills
Build skills through collaboration and observation of more experienced engineers

Teamwork and Leadership Skills
Provide key technical support in a teamwork environment
Independently manage technical processes studies or tasks with limited scope and minimal supervision
Assist more experienced engineers with advanced studies and processes
Observe engineering decisionâmaking behaviors to develop leadership abilities

SPP Culture and Core Values
Embrace and promote the SPP Culture Mission and Core Values
Incorporate Culture Drivers into all engineering assignments and SPPârelated efforts
Ensure compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures

Qualifications

Combined Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Engineering from a university meeting Professional Engineering exam requirements (ABETâaccredited institution or graduate degree from an ABETâaccredited institution)
Degree must be calculusâbased; preferred fields include Electrical Computer Industrial Mechanical or Systems Engineering

Engineer II Qualifications
2 years of relevant engineering experience
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred

Senior Engineer Qualifications
5 years of relevant engineering experience; PE License may satisfy one year of experience requirement

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the electric utility industry
• Professional Engineer License
• Advanced degree in a related field of study

Other Requirements

• Competent with administrative and communication tools for word processing spreadsheet development and time keeping
• Intermediate proficiency with most SPP power systems analysis tools
• Practical understanding of the SPP Open Access Transmission Tariff FERC and NERC governing documents SPP ByâLaws SPP Criteria and SPP Committee structure
• Knowledge of power systems analysis tools for steadyâstate dynamic shortâcircuit or database management
• Strong interpersonal teamwork written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word Excel and Access
• Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures

Travel Requirement: Minimal travel required (015%)

Southwest Power Pool is an equal opportunity employer that makes employment decisions without regard to race religion color national origin citizenship sex gender identity sexual orientation veteran status age disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Further Southwest Power Pool makes good faith efforts to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process please contact us atand 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.

At SPP we believe in a culture of belonging. Learn more here:Culture of Belonging - Southwest Power Pool.

Required Experience:

Senior IC