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Engineer II, Sr/II or Lead - Market Monitoring - Remote Eligible

Southwest Power Pool · Little Rock, AR · 4 mo ago
RemoteRemoteEngineering$90k–$99k/yrFull-time

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze economic and physical power system operations to monitor SPP and congestion hedging markets
  • Identify potential market design issues, market power abuse, and market manipulation through data analysis and reporting
  • Perform power flow and pricing analysis applying economic and operational principles
  • Develop ad hoc analyses, routine reports, and market metrics with minimal supervision
  • Document investigations and studies in clear, well-supported written reports
  • Support market monitoring activities and maintain independence while engaging internal staff, committees, and working groups
  • Provide technical support to management and respond to regulatory inquiries as needed
  • Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities and special projects
  • Collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team while managing multiple priorities

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering from a university meeting ABET accreditation requirements
  • This degree should be in a calculus-based engineering field, with preferred degrees being Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Systems Engineering
  • Two (2) years of relevant Engineering experience for Engineer II
  • Five (5) years of relevant Engineering experience for Sr. Engineer
  • Nine (9) years of relevant Engineering experience for Senior Engineer II
  • Professional Engineer License may satisfy one year of experience requirement for Sr. Engineer and Senior Engineer II roles
  • Twelve (12) years of relevant Engineering experience for Lead Engineer role, or a combination of ten (10) years of relevant Engineering experience and a Master’s degree in related field, or eight (8) years of relevant Engineering experience and a Doctoral degree in related field
  • Proficient at organizing and conducting technical and analytical studies
  • Advanced knowledge of electric market concepts and ability to apply understanding in unique analysis
  • Basic understanding of microeconomics, including the theory of competitive markets
  • Strong interpersonal, team-building, and organizational skills
  • Aptitude to function with constantly changing conditions and priorities
  • Able to support diverse team members and manage complex analysis projects
  • Experience performing analysis using SAS, SQL queries, or another database analytical tool or experience programming in any comparable data-oriented environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Advanced knowledge of the calculation principles, functionality
  • Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures

Qualifications

  • Preferred Registered Professional Engineer License
  • Advanced degree in related field of study
  • Experience in reliability operations, data analysis, power flow analysis, ad hoc reporting

Benefits

  • 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

Pay

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.

Schedule

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of the workweek are Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Working extended hours may be required.

Travel

This position requires minimal travel (0-10 %).

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