Lead Engineer, Transmission Planning

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

 Join our team as a Lead Engineer in Transmission Planning!

The Lead Engineer, Transmission Planning is responsible for the development, analysis, and oversight of transmission planning functions within the Southwest Power Pool (SPP).

This position requires a deep understanding of the transmission grid within the SPP footprint and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple stakeholder working groups.

The Lead Engineer will provide leadership in the development of study scopes, planning models, and the 20-year assessment and Integrated Transmission Planning (ITP) process, ensuring that the transmission grid remains reliable, robust, and capable of meeting various future scenarios.

 Responsibilities include technical oversight of planning processes, coordination with SPP membership, and representation of SPP in industry and regulatory technical settings.

The Lead Engineer will also be tasked with developing new planning techniques, supporting policy development, and training and mentoring the transmission planning team.

 Key Responsibilities:


* Lead the development, use, and instruction of transmission planning tools and software such as PROMOD, Powerbase, PAT, and PSS/E.


* Oversee the technical aspects of the transmission planning process, including the creation of tra...