NERC Compliance Engineer - EVERGREEN

ENGIE Group; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ENGIE North America is seeking a NERC Compliance Engineer Senior or Engineering Advisor to support its renewable energy portfolio and ensure alignment with NERC Reliability Standards. You’ll collaborate with engineering, operations, and compliance teams to strengthen programs and maintain audit readiness.

The role requires 5+ years in NERC compliance or related fields, with hybrid work and domestic/international travel up to 30%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in electrical engineering
• Minimum 5 years in NERC compliance, power systems, protection/controls, utility generation, or renewable energy engineering
• Experience with NERC Reliability Standards (PRC, MOD, FAC, EOP)
• Experience performing or reviewing technical compliance studies, documentation, or evidence
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills

Responsibilities

• Perform and review technical studies, compliance evidence, documentation, and internal controls supporting NERC Reliability Standards
• Support compliance activities associated with PRC, MOD, FAC, EOP, and other standards
• Evaluate new or revised requirements and determine necessary engineering, operational, or process changes
• Participate in audits, internal assessments, self-certifications, and corrective action activities
• Identify technical compliance risks and recommend improvements to engineering processes and controls
• Provide technical guidance in areas such as protection systems, relay testing, power system modeling, and substation equipment

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Technical communication

NERC compliance

Power systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

As a NERC Compliance Engineer Senior or Engineering Advisor, you will support ENGIE’s North America renewable energy portfolio by helping ensure engineering activities and operating assets align with applicable NERC Reliability Standards.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Compliance, site teams, and technical subject matter experts to strengthen compliance programs, manage technical risk, and maintain audit readiness across a growing renewable energy fleet.

What You Will Do

• Perform and review technical studies, compliance evidence, documentation, and internal controls supporting NERC Reliability Standards
• Support compliance activities associated with PRC, MOD, FAC, EOP, and other applicable standards
• Evaluate new or revised requirements and help determine necessary engineering, operational, or process changes
• Participate in audits, internal assessments, self-certifications, and corrective action activities
• Identify technical compliance risks and recommend improvements to engineering processes and controls
• Provide technical guidance in areas such as protection systems, relay testing, power system modeling, and substation equipment

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, or a related technical discipline; seven (7) years of directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience in NERC compliance, power systems, protection and controls, utility generation, or renewable energy engineering; OR, a minimum of seven (7) years required for consideration at the Engineering Advisor level
• Demonstrated experience with NERC Reliability Standards, particularly PRC, MOD, FAC, and/or EOP
• Experience performing or reviewing technical compliance studies, documentation, or evidence
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills

This is an evergreen posting intended to identify qualified talent for current and future NERC Compliance Engineering opportunities within ENGIE’s Renewables organization. Candidates may be considered at either the Senior Engineer or Engineering Advisor level based on their experience, technical knowledge, demonstrated subject matter expertise, scope and complexity of prior responsibilities, and level of independent ownership.

• These positions are eligible for ENGIE’s hybrid work policy and are not eligible for fully remote work
• Must be available to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time, including occasional overnight travel
• We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record to operate company, hire, or rental vehicles as needed for site visits
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

We are recruiting across two levels, and we will determine appropriate placement based on the candidate’s experience and scope. Salary Range will be included in the formal job posting once a specific level of opportunity is determined and posted.

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!

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail]. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.

Business Unit: GBU Renewables & Flexible Power

Company Name: ENGIE North America

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