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Southwest Power Pool · 5 months ago

Sr. Engineer or Sr. Engineer II - Power System Modeler

Little Rock, AR

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$124K/yr - $135K/yr

5+ years exp

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is committed to delivering reliable and affordable electricity and fostering strong relationships within the community. They are seeking a Sr. Engineer II - Power System Modeler to oversee the accuracy of power system models and ensure data integrity across various EMS applications, while also representing SPP in regulatory and technical settings.

EnergyEnergy Efficiency

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Oversee maintenance and accuracy of the Markets+ Network Model, EMS model, and associated data for key operational systems

Ensure high data quality across EMS applications, including State Estimator, RTCA, Outage Scheduler, Load Forecast, and AGC

Lead cross-functional efforts to validate modeling work and uphold data integrity standards

Develop and maintain SSAE16 control activities to ensure model accuracy and timely updates

Train team members, support audits, and respond to data requests from NERC, FERC, and Regional Entities

Continuously assess and improve EMS data processes and system controls

Support and enhance EMS and modeling applications; design and test both vendor and in-house software

Define system requirements, create test plans, and manage implementations

Maintain and improve tools critical to system modeling and real-time analysis

Coordinate model changes and data sharing across SPP departments, members, and external stakeholders

Document internal methods, respond to reported issues, and support cross-system model alignment

Estimate effort and cost for team-related projects; ensure alignment with organizational goals

Facilitate SPP stakeholder groups and represent SPP in NERC/SPP working groups and task forces

Support budget planning and engage with vendors, consultants, and members

Demonstrate leadership, engineering judgment, and uphold SPP Core Values and Culture

Qualification

Power System ModelingEnergy Management Systems (EMS)Professional Engineer LicenseNERC Reliability StandardsAdvanced EMS KnowledgeCustomer ServiceTeamworkCommunication SkillsFlexibility

Required

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 – Five (5) years of relevant engineering experience, a professional engineer license, or an advanced degree may satisfy the requirement for one year of experience

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

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

Preferred

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

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