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EDPR NA is Hiring an Operations Compliance Engineer Near Houston, TX
General Description
The Operations Support Compliance Engineer will provide engineering support to the ROCC, High Voltage Operations, and Operational Technology teams in the areas of compliance, process effectiveness, betterment of project development, and interdepartmental communication. This position will have emphasis placed on compliance with NERC PRC and MOD Reliability Standards.
This position will be on a hybrid work schedule, working three days in the office and two days from home.
Main Accountabilities:
Ensure high standard of compliance of EDPR NA assets with all applicable NERC PRC and MOD Reliability Standards
Subject matter expert for the creation and maintenance of documentation, procedures, processes to demonstrate compliance with NERC PRC and MOD standards.
Generate, monitor, and report progress on compliance activities, implementation plans, and mitigation plans for NERC Standards related to PRC and MOD.
Review RSAWs, maintain and provide compliance evidence periodically in support of compliance readiness and internal and external audits.
Acquire a thorough understanding of EDPR NA’s assets and processes
Establish effective relationships inside and outside of the company to ensure the department’s objectives are achieved
Assist Operations Support teams and the Lean team in identifying process improvements and developing solutions with an emphasis on NERC compliance
Manage internal and external support, OEMs, and Engineering Service Providers performing bulk power system studies using power system modeling software, including PSCAD, PSLF, PSS/E, TSAT, etc.
Perform onsite and remote NERC Compliance testing for renewable power generating plants for MOD-026/027
Conduct engineering studies for new and emerging technologies such as inverters, wind turbines, or Bulk Energy Storage Systems, which may require interaction with equipment vendors to complete the analyses
Gather, generate, and maintain data for engineering studies and NERC Compliance evidence
Assist with monitoring the knowledge-sharing databases to include compliance efforts and other internal compliance tracking tools and provide suggestions for process improvements
Assist in creating project scope of work and specifications documentation as necessary to ensure compliance obligations are being met
Serve as a liaison between Operations Support Teams and various internal departments on technical and compliance issues
Participate in various task forces related to RCA’s, compliance investigations, and other operational investigations
Assist with incorporating “Lessons Learned” in the Engineering Design Standards and Standard HV BOP Scope of Work documents from a compliance and operations perspective
Work closely with ROCC, Performance Management, and Analysis teams to lead and develop periodic reports for monitoring NERC compliance in real time
Other duties as assigned
Direct reports: 0
Travel: up to 20%
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering with power systems emphasis, or similar and equivalent related experience
2 years of relevant maintenance, operations, design, or consulting experience, preferably including some NERC compliance responsibilities
Experience performing and reviewing NERC Compliance Studies for NERC PRC-005, PRC-019, PRC-023, PRC-024, PRC-025, PRC-027, MOD-025, MOD-026, MOD-027 and MOD-032 NERC Reliability Standards
Knowledge and experience with power systems simulation software such as PSCAD, PSS/E, TSAT, PSLF.
Experience and familiarity with relays and protection systems compliance on high voltage substations
Strong technical and report writing skills
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and preferred familiarity with SQL database applications, Business Intelligence and Business Management Systems (Appian, Tableau, OSI PI), and reporting tools & processes
Behavioral requirements:
Self-motivated, action-oriented, and creative thinker
Ability to prioritize activities according to changing needs in a dynamic environment and work independently
Ability to build relationships with internal and external parties
Work extended hours on short notice when necessary
Ability to interpret NERC reliability standards
Ability to interpret electrical drawings
Ability to gather relevant data using appropriate methods and analyze that data to propose process and tools improvement
Ability to interpret equipment manuals and work instructions from a variety of manufacturers
Ability to develop operating instructions and procedures
Physical demands & working conditions:
Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 20 pounds
Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
Physical demands: Ability to occasionally perform physical requirements including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and climbing at project locations in order to inspect equipment or collect information