Engineer I - Transmission Planning

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



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*SPP is not able to sponsor employment visas or student-work authorizations (STEM OPT) for this position.

Please ensure you are eligible to work in the U.S.

without sponsorship prior to applying.

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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.

Factors such as qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.

Salary Range


* Engineer I: $80,000 - $87,000

Overview
The Engineer I, Transmission Planning is responsible for primarily assist more experienced engineers to build planning models, run simulations utilizing the appropriate software associated with reliability and economic analysis, engineering analyses supporting Integrated Transmission Planning process, Tariff Studies, and coordination and support of any special studies for engineering planning.

The Engineer I must be pro-active, supporting the team and learning the basic concepts of transmission planning.

Core Responsibilities


* The Engineer I is expected to be competent with the administrative and communication tools for word processing, spreadsheet development, time keeping, etc.

The incumbent is expected to develop fundamental understanding of SPP transmission system concept and gain knowledge of software associated with area of responsibility.


* As directed by the Senior/Lead Engineer or Supervisor, the Engineer I should be prepared to enthusiastically complete specific assignments directed by Integrated Transmission Planning activities, tariff studies, special studies or tasks requested by ...