Sr Engineer II or Lead Engineer - Generator Interconnections - Remote Eligible (Architecture)

Southwest Power Pool (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!

We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.

We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package:

• 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

 COMPENSATION INFORMATION
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.

• Lead Engineer range - $135,000 - $158,625
• Sr Engineer II range  - $123,700 - $135,000

 Join our team as a Sr Engineer II or Lead Engineer on the Generator Interconnections team!

The Lead Engineer, Generator Interconnections, will oversee the development and analysis of generator interconnection functions within SPP, leading complex studies, providing technical oversight, and representing SPP in industry and regulatory settings. This role requires expertise in the SPP transmission grid, OATT, and planning processes, along with the ability to work across departments and manage stakeholder relationships.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee complex GI studies and processes, providing technical leadership and direction.
• Develop and maintain expertise with SPP transmission systems, power system analysis tools, and relevant governing documents (OATT, FERC, NERC).
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful interconnection processes and collaborate on technical results.
• Manage project timelines and technical tasks, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert, facilitating stakeholder feedback and driving consensus when possible.
• Supervise a small team, ensuring accountability and efficient project execution.

 To be successful as the Lead Engineer we're looking for:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, this degree should:
  • Be 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),
  • Degree should be in a calculus-based engineering field and preferred degree programs are Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Systems Engineering
• Sr Engineer II  - Nine (9) years of relevant Engineering experience; Professional Engineer License or Advanced degree in related field of study may satisfy one (1) year of experience requirement. Two (2) years of experience may satisfy both a Professional Engineer License and Advanced degree in related field
• Lead Engineer 
• 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
• Strong knowledge of one or more power systems analysis tools applicable to power system steady state, dynamic, production costs & economics, or database management systems
• Good working knowledge of and skills with communication and data handling software such as Microsoft Office© Word, Excel, Access
• Strong inter-personal and team building skills
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with power system engineering, operations engineering, or transmission planning
• Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in related field of study

  Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

• 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 Requirement:

• This position requires moderate travel (approximately  0-20%)

SPP is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at HR@spp.org and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

At SPP we believe in a culture of belonging. Learn more here: Culture of Belonging - Southwest Power Pool .

Full job descriptions will be made available to those selected for an interview.

Education

Required

• Bachelors or better

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