Engineer II or I - Transmission Planning Stability and Transmission Services
SPPLittle Rock, Arkansas, United States
Posted January 6, 2026
80000 - 99000 USD year
About the Company
Southwest Power Pool is a non-profit organization that serves the electricity grid in the Midwest and Southwest United States
Job Description
Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is seeking a motivated and driven Engineer II or I to join their team in Little Rock, AR. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of transmission system planning and the ability to apply engineering theory to real-world situations. SPP offers a competitive benefits package, hybrid working environment, and a pension plan with employer-match benefits.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering from a university that meets the requirements to sit for the Professional Engineering exam
- Degree in a calculus-based engineering field, preferably Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Systems Engineering
- Engineer I - No experience required, Engineer II - 2 years of experience
- Competent with administrative and communication tools for word processing, spread sheet development and time keeping
- Intermediate proficiency with SPP power systems analysis tools
- Practical understanding of the SPP Open Access Transmission Tariff, FERC & NERC governing documents, SPP By-Laws, SPP Criteria and the SPP Committee structure
- Intermediate knowledge of power systems analysis tools applicable to power system steady state, dynamic, short circuit, or database management systems
- Strong inter-personal and team work skills along with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Competent working skills with communication and data handling software such as Microsoft Office
Benefits
- Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities
- Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans for selection, 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