Market Design Engineer II or I - Markets+

About the role

The Market Design Engineer position at Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is a critical role within the Markets+ program. This role involves understanding and evaluating market design, testing market functionality, and providing technical expertise to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Markets+ design and evaluate impacts of proposed changes
• Test and validate market functionality and system performance
• Develop market metrics, reports, and ad hoc analyses
• Support market software development, testing, and implementation
• Apply market rules to business operations
• Provide technical expertise to stakeholders and committees
• Support FERC filings with data and documentation
• Research other market designs and industry practices
• Document analyses and develop educational materials
• Respond to customer issues and identify market improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university or a graduate degree from a college with ABET accreditation
• Calculus-based engineering field, preferred degrees include Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Systems Engineering
• Engineer I: No experience necessary
• Engineer II: 2 years of experience
• Proficient at organizing and conducting technical and analytical studies
• Knowledge of electric market concepts and ability to apply understanding in unique analysis
• Ability to support diverse team members and manage parts of complex analysis projects
• Strong facilitation skills
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Cumbersome working skills with communication and data handling software such as Microsoft Office, Excel, and Access
• Demonstrate proficiency in business acumen and professional conduct
• Demonstrate the ability to function with constantly changing and multiple priorities
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills
• Understand and comply with SPP Policies and Procedures
• Preferred experience in electric utility operations, RTO operations, or energy trading
• Experience with data manipulation and analysis of large data sets

Qualifications

• Passionate about SPP’s mission to keep the lights on
• Strong commitment to ethical standards and teamwork
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes

Skills

• Data manipulation and analysis
• Market design and analysis
• Technical writing and reporting
• Collaboration and stakeholder engagement
• Communication and presentation skills

Benefits

• Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities
• Affordable and comprehensive health insurance packages
• Relocation bonus (if applicable)
• Hybrid working environment
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Pension plan fully funded by SPP

Pay

• Engineer I: $80,000 - $87,000
• Engineer II: $90,000 - $99,000

Schedule

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

Travel

This position requires moderate travel (approximately 10-15%).

Equal Opportunity Employer

SPP is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence.