Sr. NERC O&P Compliance Associate

RWE Americas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RWE Americas, LLC is looking for a Sr. NERC O&P Compliance Associate to support its internal compliance program for NERC Operations and Planning standards and ISO/RTO requirements across power generation and battery systems.

The role requires working with minimal supervision, solving complex problems, and becoming a SME in NERC standards. Responsibilities include researching standards, coordinating regulatory responses, updating policies, and delivering basic training to operations teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a NERC compliance role; renewable power and battery systems preferred.
• Working knowledge of NERC Standards, ISO/RTO rules, and compliance processes.
• Applies procedures independently for assigned tasks.
• Understands operational impacts of compliance requirements.
• Handles moderately complex compliance tasks and regulatory requests.
• Analyzes data to identify compliance gaps.
• Proposes basic process improvements.
• Coordinates with cross-functional teams to meet compliance deadlines.
• Represents compliance function in internal project meetings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Teams, AirTable and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Maintain working knowledge of applicable NERC Reliability Standards and ISO/RTO rules.
• Conduct compliance-related research, analysis, and evidence preparation with moderate independence.
• Organize and coordinate responses to regulatory requests, self-certifications, and audit requirements.
• Support internal compliance assessments and investigations into potential non-compliance issues.
• Assist in developing and updating policies, processes, and procedures for compliance activities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate compliance submissions.
• Deliver basic compliance training to operational teams as directed.
• Recommend improvements to documentation processes and evidence management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

NERC compliance

Regulatory research

Policy development

Stakeholder collaboration

Training delivery

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

AirTable

SharePoint

Job description

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Legal / Compliance

Remuneration: Exempt

The Sr. NERC O&P Compliance Associate supports the RWE Americas (RWEA) NERC Internal Compliance Program established to maintain compliance with mandatory North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Operations and Planning (O&P) Standards and applicable Independent System Operator (ISO) and Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) requirements for power generation and battery systems.

The successful candidate will be expected to work with minimal supervision; solve complex problems; make decisions for all issues related to their discipline(s) with limited and/or available information; and become a subject matter expert in the NERC Standards and Requirements and other relevant subject matter areas.

Role Responsibilities

• Maintain working knowledge of applicable NERC Reliability Standards, ISO/RTO rules, and other related regulatory requirements

• Conduct compliance-related research, analysis, and evidence preparation with moderate independence

• Organize and coordinate responses to regulatory requests, self-certifications, and audit requirements

• Support internal compliance assessments and investigations into potential non-compliance issues

• Assist in developing and updating policies, processes, and procedures for compliance activities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate compliance submissions

• Deliver basic compliance training to operational teams as directed

• Recommend improvements to documentation processes and evidence management

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements and Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a NERC compliance role with renewable power generation and battery systems experience preferred. Other experience in regulatory, legal or a compliance-related field may be considered.

• Working knowledge of applicable NERC Standards, ISO/RTO rules, and compliance processes

• Applies procedures independently for assigned tasks

• Understands operational impacts of compliance requirements

• Handles moderately complex compliance tasks and regulatory requests

• Analyzes data to identify compliance gaps

• Proposes basic process improvements

• Coordinates with cross-functional teams to meet compliance deadlines

• Represents compliance function in internal project meetings

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Teams, AirTable and SharePoint

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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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.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states.With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects, along with natural gas-powered generation, that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. This is complemented by RWE’s energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG). Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com .

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.