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Position Specific Description The Power Generation Division (PGD) Senior Compliance Electrical Engineer will support the NERC Operations and Planning (O&P) Compliance team at NextEra Energy by applying engineering principles to ensure compliance with NERC standards and regulations. This role involves analyzing and implementing compliance measures, working with cross-functional teams, and providing technical expertise to support operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Compliance Analysis & Implementation:
Assess and interpret active and proposed NERC standards and requirements to scope and drive robust processes and projects to ensure NextEra Energy's compliance.
Conduct root cause analysis of compliance issues and develop mitigating countermeasures.
Develop and implement engineering solutions and automation to meet NERC compliance standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address compliance-related issues and implement improvement initiatives.
Assist in developing and conducting training programs for staff on NERC compliance and related technical subjects.
Documentation & Reporting:
Prepare and maintain organized records and documentation related to compliance activities, assessments, and findings.
Generate detailed technical reports and compliance documentation for internal and external use.
Assist in the preparation of compliance submissions and regulatory filings.
System Monitoring & Audits:
Monitor and conduct regular audits to ensure ongoing compliance with NERC standards.
Implement and maintain tools and systems for continuous compliance monitoring and reporting.
Coordinate and support external audits and regulatory requests for information.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on power generation.
Strong understanding of NERC standards, regulatory requirements, and compliance best practices.
Desired Qualifications
Advanced degree (Master's or above) in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification.
Experience working in a power utility or energy sector, with specific knowledge of NERC compliance.
Experience performing PRC and MOD compliance activities.
Skills & Abilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent technical writing and documentation skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with team members, management, and regulatory agencies.
Proficiency with relevant software tools and systems used in electrical engineering and compliance.
Job Overview Employees in this role have responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating assignments. This involves exploration of subject area, definition of scope, selection of areas for investigation, and development of novel concepts.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Plans and develops engineering projects concerned with unique or controversial complexities which have important impact on major company programs
Acts as technical liaison to individuals within and outside the organization with responsibility to act independently regarding technical matters pertaining to individual's field
Completes assignments given in broad terms concerning general objectives and limitations
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's - Engineering
Experience:5+ years
Preferred Qualifications
Supervisor/Management Experience:0+ years
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Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Engineering
Organization: NextEra Energy Project Management, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable
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