Southwest Power Pool · 1 month ago
Engineer II or I - Market Forensics
Little Rock, AR
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$80K/yr - $87K/yr
0+ years expSouthwest Power Pool (SPP) is dedicated to ensuring reliable and affordable electricity delivery. They are looking for an Engineer II or I to support the reliability and efficiency of electricity markets through market data analysis, software development, and customer support.
EnergyEnergy Efficiency
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop a detailed understanding of electricity market concepts by reviewing market protocols and researching assigned market areas
Analyze market data by building robust database queries and drawing actionable insights
Gain proficiency with the market clearing engine and perform sensitivity analyses in support of market studies
Support Market Operations with:
Daily market reviews
Repricing activities
Monthly model upload validations
Resolution of market study issues
Participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation
Assist in the development, testing, and implementation of market software changes
Respond to and resolve customer issues by conducting analysis, providing clear communication, and coordinating internal discussions as necessary
Support daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual market analysis processes
Develop and maintain recurring market reports to meet established deadlines
Provide analytical support and presentations to SPP working groups, committees, and task forces
Perform commercial modeling with a high standard of data integrity and support updates to commercial model software
Monitor and maintain accuracy for wind and solar forecasting tools
Provide analysis and review of Post Operations Processing System (POPS) results and ensure accurate data transfers to Settlements in alignment with SOC1 financial controls
Support updates to public data postings through the creation, modification, and review of database queries
Qualification
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
Engineer I – no experience required
Engineer II - Two (2) years of job-related work experience
Strong inter-personal and teamwork skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures
Preferred
Advanced degree in related field
Electricity industry experience
Experience with software programming languages
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
Company
Southwest Power Pool
SPP oversees the bulk electric grid & wholesale power market in the USA on behalf of a diverse group of utilities & transmission companies.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lanny Nickell
President & Chief Executive Officer
Antoine Lucas
Vice President of Markets
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