Southwest Power Pool

Principal Grid Strategy

LocationLittle Rock, AR
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$144,700-$188,100

About This Job

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.

Principal, Grid Strategy – Pay Range - $144,700 - $188,100

Join our team as the Principal of Grid Strategy!

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is hiring a Principal, Grid Strategy to lead strategic planning efforts that shape the future of the regional power grid. This role requires deep expertise in SPP’s transmission system, tariff, and planning processes. You’ll work across internal teams and external stakeholders to drive policy development, improve planning processes, and ensure long-term grid reliability and efficiency.


Key Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and technical guidance for transmission strategy and planning initiatives.

Monitor and respond to FERC and NERC regulatory changes affecting grid planning.
Develop and revise tariff and governing documents in collaboration with stakeholders.
Represent SPP in regulatory and stakeholder forums as a subject matter expert.
Build consensus through technical working groups and stakeholder engagement.
Drive alignment with SPP’s mission, core values, and corporate strategic objectives.

To be successful as the Principal, Grid Strategy, we're looking for:

Bachelor’s degree in business, technical, economics, mathematics, engineering or other related field.
15 years of relevant experience
13 years of relevant experience with an advanced degree in Electrical, Computer, Industrial, Mechanical or Systems Engineering
Working knowledge of the Open Access Transmission Tariffs, as well as FERC & NERC governing documents
Advanced knowledge of several power systems analysis tools applicable to power system steady state, dynamic, short circuit, and database management systems
Experience in multiple functions/departments
Strong inter-personal and team work skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures


Preferred:


Advance degree in related field of study

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 moderate travel (approximately 0-20%)

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 believe in a culture of belonging. Learn more here: Culture of Belonging - Southwest Power Pool .

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

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Similar Jobs

company-logo

Principal Grid Strategy

Southwest Power Pool
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$144700 - $188100
Little Rock, AR
30 days ago
company-logo

Principal Grid Research Engineer

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)
Job Typefull_time
 
Eagan, MN
19 days ago
company-logo

Supervisor, Intelligent Grid Operations

Arizona Public Service - APS
Job Typefull_time
 
Phoenix, AZ
23 days ago
company-logo

Principal Systems Analyst

Salt River Project
Job Typefull_time
 
Greater Phoenix Area
13 days ago
company-logo

Grid Work Portfolio Manager

Salt River Project
Job Typefull_time
 
Scottsdale, AZ
14 days ago
company-logo

GridOS Principle Application Architect

GE Vernova
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$185840 - $232300
Bellevue, WA
27 days ago
company-logo

Principal Data Analyst

NextEra Energy
Job TypeFull-time
 
Juno Beach, FL
29 days ago
company-logo

INTERN-GRID

El Paso Electric Company
Job Typepart_time
 
El Paso, TX
13 days ago
company-logo

INTERN-GRID

El Paso Electric
Job TypePart-time
Salary
$37440 - $41600
El Paso, TX
13 days ago
company-logo

Logistics Manager - Grid Technologies

Siemens Energy
Job Typefull_time
 
Charlotte, NC
17 days ago
company-logo

Sr. Engineer- Grid Operations

Alliant Energy
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$104000 - $143000
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Principal Engineer - Power System Planning

NextEra Energy Resources
Job Typefull_time
 
Juno Beach, FL
14 days ago
company-logo

Principal Engineer - Power System Planning

NextEra Energy
Job TypeFull-time
 
Juno Beach, FL
14 days ago
company-logo

Expert Grid Asset Performance Engineer - Location Flexible

Pacific Gas and Electric
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$133000 - $238000
Oakland, CA
25 days ago
company-logo

Grid Automation R&D Infrastructure and Operations Leader

GE Vernova
Job Typefull_time
 
Markham, ON
26 days ago
company-logo

Grid Innovation & Engagement, Senior Project Manager

Southern California Edison (SCE)
Job Typefull_time
Salary
$178300 - $267400
Pomona, CA
27 days ago
company-logo

Grid Integration Manager

Arevon
Job Typefull_time
 
Greater Phoenix Area
20 days ago
company-logo

Principal Node Analyst

Panthalassa
Job Typefull_time
 
Portland, OR
25 days ago
company-logo

Grid Operations Manager - RC West Operations (Hybrid)

California ISO
Job Typefull_time
Salary
$155625 - $259375
Folsom, CA
26 days ago
company-logo

Engineer, Grid Modernization (Hybrid)

Eversource Energy
Job Typefull_time
Salary
$97570 - $108410
Manchester, NH
14 days ago

Trending Jobs

company-logo

Foundry Professionals

Penticton Foundry
Job TypeFull-time
 
British Columbia, Canada
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Deckhand

Ballard Marine Construction
Job TypeFull-time
 
Bradenton, FL
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Apprentice Lineman

N Line Electric
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$68640 - $106080
Longmont, CO
30 days ago
company-logo

HSE Operations Manager

ProPetro Services, Inc
Job Typefull_time
 
Midland, TX
19 days ago
company-logo

Lineman, Apprentice

Imperial Irrigation District
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$82706 - $95679
Imperial, CA
about 1 month ago
company-logo

LCL66 Apprentice Lineman Distribution

CenterPoint Energy
Job TypeFull-time
 
Houston, TX
about 1 month ago
WO

Field Service Technician

Westar Oilfield Rentals Inc
Job TypeFull-time
 
Fort St. John, BC
26 days ago
company-logo

Inventory Materials Specialist

HF Sinclair
Job Typefull_time
 
Artesia, NM
12 days ago
company-logo

EAST VALLEY NIGHT BILINGUAL JANITORIAL UNIT MANAGER( MESA,CASA GRANDE, GILBERT)

ENVIRONMENT CONTROL
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$41600 - $47840
Mesa, AZ
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Manager, IT - BMO

Constellation
Job Typefull_time
 
Kennett Square, PA
26 days ago
company-logo

Asset Management Intern_PTIN5C

ENGIE North America Inc.
Job Typeinternship
 
Houston
23 days ago
company-logo

Electrician (Residential Solar)

Freedom Forever
Job TypeFull-time
 
Tucson, AZ
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Mechanic Class B (Day Shift)

Hydro
Salary
$66560 - $66560
Industry, CA
24 days ago
AW

Water Well Driller

Able Well Drilling
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$45760 - $83200
Bowling Green, OH
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Quality Plus Store Associate

Quality Oil Company LLC
Job TypePart-time, Full-time
 
Halifax, VA
30 days ago
company-logo

HVAC Sales Comfort Advisor

Quality Degree, Inc.
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$64924 - $200000
Royersford, PA
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Heavy Truck Driver

Halliburton
Job TypeFull-time
 
Bossier City, LA
about 1 month ago
LE

Préposé(e) à l'entretien ménager

Les Entretiens Uni-Net Inc.
Job TypePart-time
 
Montréal, QC
about 1 month ago
S

Electrical Lineman

Smarthire
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$62400 - $72800
Austin, TX
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Quality Inspector

ACCIONA
Job Typefull_time
 
British Columbia, Canada
26 days ago

Notice: The inclusion of job postings or company information on our platform does not imply endorsement, partnership, or affiliation. Listings may include publicly available roles from various sources, and companies shown may not have a direct relationship with Energy Hire.