Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is seeking a skilled and self-directed Senior Technical Analyst to play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the systems, applications, models, and data exchanges that support the core functions of SPP's Reliability Coordination, Tariff Administration, Regional Scheduling, Market Operations, Balancing Authority, and Training services.
As a Technical Analyst you will:Ensure the accuracy and integrity of SPP's Energy Management System (EMS) and Source Modeling Tools, oversee model development, real-time data exchanges, and system enhancements in alignment with governing standards and internal policies. The ideal candidate is experienced, technically adept, and capable of making informed decisions independently-even under pressure.
Key Responsibilities- Maintain and enhance SPP's Network, EMS, and Commercial Models, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
- Support and improve key applications such as State Estimator, Alarm, RTCA, Load Forecasting, and Outage Scheduler.
- Coordinate system changes and enhancements, including testing and implementation of vendor software.
- Ensure compliance with change control procedures and SSAE16 control activities.
- Manage data exchanges (ICCP) and collaborate with neighboring systems for model consistency.
- Document methods, investigate system issues, and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide leadership on modeling initiatives, facilitate stakeholder groups, and support budget development.
To be successful in the role we're looking for:- Bachelor's degree in mathematics, data science, engineering, related field, or equivalent work experience
- Sr. Technical Analyst (6) years of job-related experience
- Technical Analyst II - (2) years of job-related experience
- Technical Analyst I - No experience required
- Proficient using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork 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, Location, and Hours:- This is a full-time, onsite hybrid position based in Little Rock, Arkansas. The standard workweek is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with extended hours potentially required.
Travel Requirement:- This position requires minimal travel (approximately 0-5%).
