Engineering Advisor - NERC

What You Can Expect

As our North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Compliance Engineering Advisor, you will contribute to the development and implementation of compliance programs and internal controls for ENGIE’s North America Renewables fleet. You’ll lead internal compliance assessments, review evidence, and help design technical programs that support regulatory compliance across a growing portfolio of renewable energy assets in TRE, MRO, WECC, NPCC, and SERC regions.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring audit readiness and continuous improvement of ENGIE’s NERC compliance program, with a particular focus on the Operations and Planning group of standards. This includes managing or conducting technical studies and compliance activities related to FAC, EOP, PRC, and MOD Reliability Standards.

What You Will Do

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert for NERC Compliance within the Renewables Operations Engineering team and ensure that all engineering activities are aligned with compliance requirements
• Lead the development and implementation of new or improved internal controls to support compliance in collaboration with internal SMEs and technical consultants
• Monitor ongoing developments in Bulk Electric System reliability such as new or revised standards and identify the activities required to maintain compliance
• Develop and support systems and processes for managing compliance evidence and participate in audits as a technical SME
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of projects assigned while meeting all project quality and budget objective

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline; In lieu of the educational requirement, we will accept a minimum of seven (7) years of experience working with NERC Reliability Standards
• Demonstrated domain expertise in one or more reliability standard areas (PRC, MOD, FAC,etc.)
• Experience performing or reviewing NERC Compliance studies or evidence for one or more of the following: PRC-004, 005, 019, 024, 025, and 027
• Proficient knowledge of one or more engineering topics related to compliance, for example relay testing, protection coordination, power system modelling, or substation equipment
• Deep understanding of NERC standards and regulations
• Effective analytical skills, attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, and the capacity to work independently while effectively managing priorities

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid in-office policy
• Must be available to travel domestically / internationally up to 30% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips. Additionally, a valid passport or ability to obtain one for international travel when required
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record; for the ability to drive to site locations when needed
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range: $113,900 – $174,570 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more .

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

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