Senior NERC Regulatory Compliance Engineer

Camstex; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

LTD

STD

Life insurance

401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Job summary

CAMS seeks a Sr. Regulatory Compliance Associate to support compliance obligations across fossil fuel and renewable energy generation sites within the NERC network.

The candidate should have a engineering or CS background with 3–10 years of experience, be self-motivated and familiar with power generation/distribution and NERC standards. The role requires 25% travel, strong MS Word/Excel skills, and the ability to manage complex regulatory projects while coordinating with NERC and other entities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or 4+ years of industry experience.
• 3+ years in NERC compliance or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of NERC/FERC/WECC regulations and reporting.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel; familiarity with compliance tracking tools.
• Willingness to travel 25%.

Responsibilities

• Supports facility personnel with NERC, Regional Reliability Entities, and PUC issues affecting facility operations.
• Prepares, oversees, and submits routine and non-routine reports to EIA, NERC, FERC, and others.
• Monitors compliance programs and develops new programs for facility operations.
• Reviews and updates Facility Ratings and Protection System Maintenance Program.
• Performs compliance reviews and recommends changes to enhance regulatory compliance.
• Communicates with NERC and entities on behalf of facilities.
• Assists with training personnel on regulatory programs.
• Handles complex projects independently and oversees contractor tasks.
• Maintains regulatory records and filing systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

NERC compliance

Power plant operations

Regulatory reporting

MS Word & Excel

Compliance tracking tools

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or 4+ years of industry experience

Job description

TheSr. Regulatory Compliance Associate supports the compliance obligations of fossil fuel and renewable energy generation sites throughout the NERC Regional Reliability Entity network (MRO, NPCC, RFC, SERC, TRE, WECC). CAMS is seeking an individual with a background in engineering, computer science, or a related field with 3-10 years of experience. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, has experience in power generation/distribution, and is familiar with NERC.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports facility personnel with all NERC, Regional Reliability Entities (WECC, SPP, TRE, etc.), and PUC issues that impact facility operations.
• Responsible for the timely preparation, oversight, and/or submittal of routine and non-routine reports to EIA, NERC, FERC, and other applicable entities.
• Monitors compliance programs and ensures all registered entity functions are compliant with those programs. Evaluates, develops, and recommends new programs for integration into facility operations.
• Reviews and updates as needed, site Facility Ratings and Protection System Maintenance Program
• Conducts compliance reviews and offers/implements recommendations for changes to enhance regulatory compliance.
• Communicates with representatives of NERC and applicable entities on behalf of the facilities.
• Assists with the training of personnel regarding regulatory programs.
• Carries out complex projects and assignments independently.
• Oversees contractor and vendor regulatory-related tasks and adherence to compliance programs.
• Maintains project regulatory records and filing system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or 4+ years of industry experience.
• Experience: 3+ years in NERC compliance or a related industry.
• Knowledge: Power plant operations, NERC/FERC/WECC regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Technical: Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and compliance tracking tools.
• Travel: Overnight and short-term travel on company business is an expected part of this position, 25% travel to other facilities and off-site activities.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 25 lbs., work in industrial environments, and perform occasional physical tasks.

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, health spending accounts, employee referral incentives, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and other company-sponsored programs.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.