Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is looking for a Lead Engineer - Power System Modeler to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for systems, applications, data exchanges, displays, and models used by and in support of SPP's Markets+ Service Offering. The Engineer will ensure that correct input data and accurate results are present in the Energy Management Systems (EMS) used to accomplish these services.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering from a university that meets the requirements to sit for the Professional Engineering exam (in Arkansas, that is most typically a degree from an ABET accredited university or a graduate degree from a college that has an ABET accreditation)
- 12 years' of relevant Engineering experience; OR 11 years' of relevant Engineering experience with a Master's Degree in Electrical, Computer, Industrial, Mechanical or Systems Engineering OR 10 years' of relevant Engineering experience with a Doctoral degree in Electrical, Computer, Industrial, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
- A Professional Engineer license is required for this role; however, 12 years' relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a Professional Engineer License
- Advanced knowledge of EMS and ICCP modeling and support
- Working knowledge of SPP's footprint, Operating Criteria, SPP Reliability Data Specification, SPP Business Practices, SPP Marketplace Protocols, and SPP Regional Tariff
- Working knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards
- Strong inter-personal and team work skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Motivation to take appropriate expedited action when required
- Initiative to stay abreast of industry developments
- Excellent customer service skills and the demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships
- Flexibility and the ability to function with constantly changing and multiple priorities
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
