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NAES · 10 hours ago

NERC PRC Compliance Project Manager

Pardeeville, WI

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

NAES Corporation is seeking an experienced NERC PRC Compliance Project Manager to support a fleet-wide compliance initiative for inverter-based generation assets. This role will lead planning and execution of PRC-028, PRC-029, and PRC-030 compliance activities across multiple solar, battery storage, and wind facilities.

Energy

Responsibilities

Manage and execute a multi-site NERC PRC compliance program for inverter-based resources, including solar, BESS, and wind assets

Coordinate PRC-028, PRC-029, and PRC-030 activities, including gap assessments, corrective action planning, and implementation

Lead and track site-specific grid modeling efforts, including EMT and dynamic modeling performed by third-party engineering vendors

Interface with inverter OEMs to support data acquisition, firmware alignment, and model validation efforts

Develop and maintain site-level schedules, risk registers, and compliance tracking to ensure milestones are met

Support development of compliance documentation, procedures, and audit-ready evidence

Coordinate integration of Generator Interconnection Agreement (GIA) requirements with PRC-029 and PRC-030 compliance activities

Provide regular status updates to client stakeholders, including progress, risks, and mitigation strategies

Support root cause analysis and response efforts for reportable grid events as required under PRC-030

Qualification

NERC PRC complianceInverter-based resourcesGrid modelingProject management toolsCommunication skills

Required

Direct experience supporting NERC PRC compliance efforts, including PRC-028, PRC-029, and PRC-030

Experience working with inverter-based resources (IBR) such as solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and/or wind generation

Ability to manage and coordinate grid modeling, protection, and compliance activities across multiple sites with firm regulatory deadlines

Strong communication skills to interface with utilities, OEMs, engineering vendors, and compliance stakeholders

Strong understanding of NERC compliance processes and regulatory expectations for generator owners

Familiarity with power system protection concepts, ride-through requirements, and inverter behavior during grid disturbances

Experience managing technical vendors performing power system modeling or protection studies

Ability to manage multiple workstreams and prioritize tasks across a large asset portfolio

Proficient with standard project management tools and documentation practices

8+ years of experience supporting power generation, grid compliance, protection, or power system modeling projects

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred

Prior experience supporting renewable or inverter-based generation assets strongly preferred

Previous experience working with utilities, IPPs, or grid compliance consulting firms is a plus

Company

NAES

NAES is the power generation industry’s largest independent services provider, with more than 40 years of experience managing risk and turning it into profits.

Founded in 1980

Issaquah, Washington, USA

1001-5000 employees