Senior Renewable Studies Engineer – NERC Compliance

NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc.

. Lead and support NERC compliance programs for renewable and electric power clients .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • United StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in NERC compliance program management, including the development of internal controls, audit-readiness documentation, and compliance policies. Proficient in utilizing digital tools and data analytics to enhance compliance tracking and reporting while effectively collaborating across disciplines.

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NERC Compliance Program ManagementPSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, TSAT ProficiencyNERC Reliability Standards KnowledgeCompliance Management PracticesProfessional Engineering Licensure

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Hard Skills

NERC Compliance Program ManagementAudit ReadinessPower-System ComplianceRelay Protection DevelopmentGap AssessmentsCompliance Policies DevelopmentEvidence-Management ProcessesData AnalyticsRisk-Based Compliance MethodsCorrective-Action Planning

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationCollaboration Across DisciplinesMentoring OthersClient Relationship Building

Tools & Technologies

PSS/EPSLFPSCADTSATPowerFactoryETAPASPENCompliance-Management PlatformsWorkflow AutomationDashboards

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering LicensureNERC-Certified System OperatorCRCM

Industry Keywords

NERC Reliability StandardsFERC RequirementsRegional Entity AuditsCompliance ManagementGrid Reliability Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support NERC compliance programs for renewable and electric power clients
Develop processes, controls, documentation, and continuous-improvement plans
Serve as a technical and regulatory resource for NERC Reliability Standards
Support compliance for inverter-based resources, including registration, performance, modeling, validation, and readiness requirements
Monitor reliability requirements affecting large computational loads and develop client-specific compliance plans and gap assessments
Develop internal controls, evidence-management approaches, and audit-readiness documentation
Prepare compliance policies, procedures, technical reports, evidence packages, and training materials
Collaborate with engineering, operations, project management, information technology, and external partners
Track changes in NERC standards, FERC requirements, Regional Entity expectations, and grid-reliability practices
Meet with clients virtually and in person as needed to explain requirements, present findings, and provide recommendations
Develop and deliver presentations, workshops, and training
Use digital tools, automation, and data analytics to improve compliance tracking and reporting
Support and mentor engineers and contribute to NEI standards, templates, and best practices
Maintain ethical, professional, and safety standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or Power Systems from an accredited four-year college or university
Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in NERC compliance program management, audit readiness, power-system compliance, or a closely related role
Proficiency in more than one of: PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, or TSAT
Understanding and experience in relay protection and settings development
Strong working knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards, including PRC, FAC, MOD, VAR, CIP, TOP, EOP, or related obligations
Experience developing or improving compliance programs, internal controls, evidence-management processes, policies, or procedures
Experience supporting NERC or Regional Entity audits, spot checks, self-certifications, data requests, or other regulatory interactions
Ability to interpret complex regulatory and technical requirements and translate them into practical actions
Understanding of risk-based compliance methods, gap assessments, corrective-action planning, and compliance-management practices
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate across disciplines, lead workstreams, mentor others, and build client relationships
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Must be able to lift 25 lbs
Professional Engineering Licensure, NERC-Certified System Operator, CRCM, or other relevant certification/licensure preferred
Familiarity with PowerFactory, ETAP, or ASPEN preferred
Experience with compliance-management platforms, workflow automation, dashboards, or data analytics preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote work option
Local/in-office work option in Lakewood, CO
Typical travel: 5–15%
Opportunity to work with a collaborative engineering services firm
Mentoring and knowledge-sharing opportunities
Professional development through training, workshops, industry working groups, and standards activities