Technical Analyst II or Sr.- Modeling Data & Integrity (Architecture)

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.

• Sr. Technical Analyst  Pay Range: $ 95,200 - $123,700
• Technical Analyst  II Pay Range: $ 76,000 - $96,900

 Join our team as a Technical Analyst Specialist!

The Technical Analyst is a critical role responsible for overseeing the systems, applications, data exchanges, displays, and models that support SPP's core services. This position focuses on ensuring that the Energy Management Systems (EMS) and Source Modeling Tools maintain data accuracy and deliver precise results. The Senior Technical Analyst will lead system enhancements, maintain model integrity, and ensure compliance with relevant standards and policies.

 Key Responsibilities:

Model Integrity

• Maintain and update SPP's Network Model, EMS model, Commercial Model (CMM), and related data sources used by Reliability, Balancing, Tariff, Market, and Scheduling systems.
• Coordinate, test, and implement system enhancements in the Source Modeling Tool.
• Ensure accurate data flow in the Inter-Control Center Communications Protocol (ICCP) for superior real-time monitoring and state estimator outcomes.

Controls

• Ensure compliance with SPP's modeling and change control procedures.
• Oversee the accurate completion of SSAE16 Control Activities assigned to the team.

System Development & Testing

• Support, develop, and improve applications such as State Estimator, Alarm, Real-Time Contingency Analysis, Outage Scheduler, Load Forecast, and Modeling software.
• Design, test, and implement vendor-delivered software and hardware changes.

Communication

• Coordinate model changes with SPP's departments, members, and customers.
• Document team processes and methods.
• Research, document, and report system issues related to results from supported systems.
• Coordinate data exchanges and model development with neighboring systems.

Leadership

• Interface with the Modeling Coordination Team at SPP.
• Facilitate assigned SPP Stakeholder Groups.
• Collaborate with SPP members, non-members, consultants, and software suppliers.
• Assist in the development of the SPP Budget.
• Perform administrative duties as required.

 To be successful as the Technical Analyst, we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or other related degree
• Sr. Technical Analyst  - (6) years of job related experience
• Technical  Analyst II - (2) years of job related experience
• Proficient using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong inter-personal and team work skills
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures
• Strong analytical skills
• Availability for after-hours callout, and for on-call

 Preferred:

• Advanced degree in economics, math, engineering or other related field of study.
• Working knowledge of EMS state-estimator and/or power flow software
• Working knowledge of the Common Information Model (CIM) or other representations of utility models,
• Experience with data handling and analysis of large data sets (SQL, SQLite, HABITAT)
• Hold an active NERC System Operator Certification
• Electric Utility Industry experience

  Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

 Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of 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 (approximately 0-10%).

SPP is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at HR@spp.org and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

At SPP we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Visit our website to learn more: LINK

Full job descriptions will be made available to those selected for an interview. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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