NERC Compliance Engineer - Hybrid (Scottsdale)

Clearway Energy; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearway Energy is seeking a NERC Compliance Engineer based in Scottsdale, AZ, to bridge the Electrical Regulatory Compliance (ERC) team and Power Systems Engineering. You will translate NERC Reliability Standards into engineering actions and ensure plant designs, settings, and operating practices stay compliant, focusing on PRC, FAC, and MOD standards for IBR resources.

You will support ISO/TOP engagements, respond to RFIs, and maintain audit-ready documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in power generation, transmission, or distribution.
• Based in Scottsdale, AZ; in-office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical liaison between ERC and Power Systems Engineering with audit-ready compliance evidence.
• Ensure NERC compliance is integrated into plant design, commissioning, and operations.
• Maintain audit-ready technical documentation and evidence supporting compliance.
• Coordinate with ISO/TOP engagements and respond to RFIs as needed.

Skills

Power systems

Load-flow analysis

Power system modeling

IBR familiarity

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PSCAD

Job description

Clearway Energy is seeking a NERC Compliance Engineer based in Scottsdale, AZ, to bridge the Electrical Regulatory Compliance (ERC) team and Power Systems Engineering. You will translate NERC Reliability Standards into engineering actions and ensure plant designs, settings, and operating practices stay compliant, focusing on PRC, FAC, and MOD standards for IBR resources.

You will support ISO/TOP engagements, respond to RFIs, and maintain audit-ready documentation.