Southwest Power Pool · 9 hours ago
Sr. Modeling & Data Integrity Engineer, Engineer II or I
Little Rock, AR
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$108K/yr - $125K/yr
0+ years expSouthwest Power Pool (SPP) is dedicated to ensuring reliable and affordable electricity delivery. They are seeking a Senior Modeling & Data Integrity Engineer to support systems and models that enhance reliability coordination and market operations, ensuring data accuracy and integrity within their Energy Management Systems.
EnergyEnergy Efficiency
No H1B
Responsibilities
Maintain and improve EMS, Network, Commercial, and related models supporting reliability, market, balancing, tariff, and scheduling functions
Ensure accuracy and integrity of real-time data, ICCP exchanges, displays, and state estimator results
Support load and wind forecasting systems and validate modeling work performed by the team
Follow modeling standards, change control procedures, and complete required SSAE16, NERC, and FERC compliance activities
Develop, test, and implement EMS applications, vendor software/hardware updates, and custom modeling tools
Coordinate model changes and data exchanges with internal departments, members, neighboring systems, and vendors
Document processes, research and resolve system issues, and communicate results to stakeholders
Provide leadership through stakeholder engagement, committee participation, mentoring, and team support
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 - not eligible for remote work
Sr Engineer - Five (5) years of relevant Engineering experience; Professional Engineer License may satisfy one year of experience requirement
Experience with power system engineering, operations engineering or transmission planning
Proficient using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong inter-personal and team work skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures
Preferred
Working knowledge of EMS state-estimator and/or power flow software
Experience with EMS or power flow modeling
Working knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards
Experience with Dispatch Training Simulators (DTS)
Licensed as a Professional Engineer
Hold an active NERC System Operator Certification
A Master's or Doctorate degree in a related field of study
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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