Engineer II or Senior Engineer - Transmission Planning

About the role

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!

Responsibilities

• 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
• Complete study assignments directed by supervision or stakeholder committees
• Lead or support complex technical processes for transmission planning and CPP-related efforts; delegation of assignments may be required
• Responsible for technical content in the CPP Report and STEP Reports approved by the Board of Directors
• Cook up and coordinate study scopes
• Support the CPP, Tariff Studies, Regional Cost Allocation Review (RCAR), and Coordinated System Plan Study processes
• Maintain detailed understanding of governing documents and processes as required
• Coordinate SPP transmission planning process, results, and analysis with neighboring ISOs, RTOs, and Planning Authorities

Qualifications

• Combined Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Engineering from a university meeting Professional Engineering exam requirements (ABET-accredited institution or graduate degree from an ABET-accredited institution); degree must be calculus-based; preferred fields include Electrical, Computer, Industrial, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering; Engineer II: 2 years of relevant engineering experience; Senior Engineer: 5 years of relevant engineering experience; PE License preferred
• Engineer II Qualifications: 2 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
• Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in a related field of study

Core Values

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

Benefits

A fantastic benefits package includes:

• 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