NRG Energy · 2 hours ago
NERC Compliance Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $162K/yr
5+ years expNRG Energy is a dynamic company encouraging career development and growth. The NERC Compliance Engineer will provide essential support for NRG’s NERC Operations and Planning Compliance Program, involving analysis, compliance documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to NERC standards.
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Responsibilities
Technically assess and document reports of protection system settings for compliance with the NERC PRC standards
Review protection system maintenance results and recommend required corrective actions
Support execution of modeling tests at the Power plants for compliance with the NERC MOD standards
Analyze plant data to ensure the ratings and performance is in line with the NERC FAC, TPL, and VAR standards
Maintain comprehensive documentation of NERC O&P compliance related work
Stay abreast of evolving NERC O&P regulations, standards, and guidelines including involvement in the industry to shape them
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Legal Regulatory Compliance, plant, market operations, and construction, to integrate NERC compliance considerations into project development, training, and operational processes
Assist with preparing for NERC regional O&P compliance audits and facilitating the audit process
Assist in resolution of emergent generator system issues including excitation systems and protection systems
Qualification
Required
Experience in power plant operations (e.g., electrical systems, instrument and control systems, maintenance, etc.)
Five to ten years experience with NERC compliance programs
Solid understanding of the NERC Operations and Planning (O&P) standards, regulations, and compliance requirements
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in electrical/control engineering or related field from an accredited college or university. Commensurate experience may be substituted for a degree
Experience navigating engineering tools (e.g., ETAP, EPRI PPPD, Siemens PSS/E, and ASPEN) is a plus
Proven ability to stay current with evolving regulatory changes, NERC O&P standards, and guidelines
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with all levels of internal or external groups
Strong people skills and ability to work in both team environments and independently
Benefits
Annual bonus
Short- and long-term incentives
Program-specific awards
Medical
Vision
Dental
401K
Flexible spending accounts
Company
NRG Energy
NRG Energy is an integrated power generation and supply firm that offers offsite solar, wind power, and smart grid retail services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$6.99BKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Lawrence S Coben
President, CEO and Chair of the Board
Anne C Schaumburg
Lead Independent Director
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