[Hiring] Engineer II, Sr/II or Lead - Market Monitoring @Southwest Power Pool

Role Description

Join our team as an Engineer on the Market Monitor team! The Market Monitor Engineer plays a critical role in evaluating both economic and physical power system operations to support the analysis of the SPP energy and transmission services markets. This position supports the monitoring, detection, and prevention of market power abuse and market manipulation, while ensuring market rules, design, and performance promote efficient and effective outcomes.

• Analyze economic and physical power system operations to monitor SPP and congestion hedging markets
• Identify potential market design issues, market power abuse, and market manipulation through data analysis and reporting
• Perform power flow and pricing analysis applying economic and operational principles
• Develop ad hoc analyses, routine reports, and market metrics with minimal supervision
• Document investigations and studies in clear, well-supported written reports
• Support market monitoring activities and maintain independence while engaging internal staff, committees, and working groups
• Provide technical support to management and respond to regulatory inquiries as needed
• Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities and special projects
• Collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team while managing multiple priorities

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• Degree in a calculus-based engineering field (preferred: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Systems Engineering)
• Engineer II: Two (2) years of relevant Engineering experience
• Sr Engineer: Five (5) years of relevant Engineering experience; Professional Engineer License may satisfy one year of experience requirement
• Senior Engineer II: Nine (9) years of relevant Engineering experience; Professional Engineer License or Advanced degree in related field may satisfy one (1) year of experience requirement
• Lead Engineer: 12 years of relevant Engineering experience; OR 11 years with a Master’s Degree; OR 10 years with a Doctoral degree
• A Professional Engineer license is required for the Lead level role

Requirements

• Proficient at organizing and conducting technical and analytical studies
• Advanced knowledge of electric market concepts and ability to apply understanding in unique analysis
• Basic understanding of microeconomics, including the theory of competitive markets
• Strong interpersonal, team-building, and organizational skills
• Flexibility and aptitude to function with constantly changing conditions and priorities
• Ability to support diverse team members and manage complex analysis projects
• Experience performing analysis using SAS, SQL queries, or another database analytical tool
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of the calculation principles, functionality
• Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures

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

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of the workweek are Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Working extended hours may be required.

Travel Requirement

This position requires minimal travel (0-10 %).