Southwest Power Pool · 20 hours ago
Director, Transmission Readiness & Seams Planning (Remote Eligible)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$175K/yr - $231K/yr
10+ years expSouthwest Power Pool (SPP) is committed to delivering reliable and affordable electricity and fostering strong relationships within its team. The Director of Transmission Readiness & Seams Planning will lead efforts to bridge Operations and long-term System Planning, ensuring effective coordination and implementation of transmission solutions that align with corporate goals.
EnergyEnergy Efficiency
No H1B
Responsibilities
Establish the vision, scope, and processes for the Transmission Readiness & Seams Planning function
Direct staff performing seams studies, affected system coordination, HVDC T-T integration evaluations, and short-term/intermediate-horizon transmission analyses
Translate corporate and engineering strategic goals into measurable initiatives with clear accountability
Ensure effective communication of team objectives, performance, and study outcomes to leadership, members, stakeholders, and regulators
Recruit, develop, and retain a diverse, highly qualified technical staff
Direct budgets, resource planning, and cost-effective departmental operations
Direct short-term and intermediate-term studies identifying transmission capability, constraints, and operational mitigation strategies
Lead seams planning coordination activities including Joint Operating Agreements (JOAs), Coordinated Planning initiatives, and interregional study processes
Oversee technical assessments of emerging technologies including FACTS devices, Storage as Transmission Only Assets (SATOAs), HVDC interfaces, T-T projects, Remedial Action Schemes (RAS), Topological Control, Dynamic Line Ratings (DLRs), Transmission vision granularity, and advanced conductor applications
Ensure accurate and consistent planning assumptions between Operations and System Planning
Provide engineering support for operational risks, seasonal assessments, and evolving system conditions
Represent SPP in interregional committees, seams negotiations, and technical policy discussions
Serve as spokesperson on transmission readiness, seams coordination, and intermediate-planning matters
Lead and support high value policy changes for accelerating transmission capabilities
Build and maintain relationships with members, regulators, neighboring RTOs, state commissions, and other industry bodies
Ensure compliance with the SPP Tariff, Business Practices, NERC Standards, FERC Orders, and applicable policies
Ensure SSAE-16, audit, and regulatory documentation requirements are met
Maintain awareness of industry developments and regulatory changes affecting transmission readiness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or other related degree
Ten (10) years of Engineering experience or work related industry experience with at least Five (5) of those years in a supervisory position
Advanced knowledge of power systems engineering and economic analyses
Demonstrated problem solving skills, forward planning capabilities, organizational skills and ability to lead the execution of departmental strategies
Demonstrated knowledge of transmission planning and operations associated with the bulk power grid and SPP's specific circumstances
Specific knowledge of federal and state regulatory policies and procedures
An understanding of the history and operating requirements of interconnected electric networks
Practical understanding of the SPP Open Access Transmission Tariff, FERC & NERC governing documents, SPP By-Laws, SPP Criteria and the SPP Committee structure
Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills
Understanding of, compliance with and enforcement of SPP Policies and Procedures
Preferred
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
Advanced degree
Professional Engineer License (PE)
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
Company
Southwest Power Pool
SPP oversees the bulk electric grid & wholesale power market in the USA on behalf of a diverse group of utilities & transmission companies.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lanny Nickell
President & Chief Executive Officer
Antoine Lucas
Vice President of Markets
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