Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory & Compliance Support

Advise Authority staff on NERC, NPCC, and FERC compliance requirements, best practices, and risk mitigation strategies. Develop, review, and enhance compliance documentation, including Reliability Standard Audit Worksheets (RSAWs), internal controls, policies, and job aids. Support self-certifications, data submissions, and preparation for NPCC and NERC compliance engagements.

Engineering & Technical Expertise

Provide engineering and operational expertise to strengthen compliance processes and technical documentation. Conduct internal assessments and technical verifications of compliance study reports. Identify and address potential failure points, process gaps, and risks associated with emerging technologies and renewable integration.

Audit & Investigation Support

Lead pre-audit preparation, on-site audit participation, and post-audit remediation activities. Support investigations of potential noncompliance, including root cause analysis and development of mitigation plans. Draft and review self-reports and mitigation plans for confirmed noncompliance issues.

Risk Management & Program Sustainability

Inform industry best practices in risk management, internal controls, and compliance program sustainability. Review and recommend improvements to governance, oversight, and compliance monitoring functions. Assist in developing training materials and delivering compliance training programs.

Qualifications

Required:

Licensed

Professional Engineer (P.E.) in California

] Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field. 7+ years of experience in utility operations, transmission/distribution, or generation. Strong working knowledge of

NERC Reliability Standards, NPCC Directories, and FERC Orders

. Experience preparing for or participating in NERC/NPCC compliance audits.

Preferred:

Master's degree in Power Systems or Regulatory Compliance. Experience with renewable integration, emerging technologies, and grid modernization. Prior consulting experience supporting utility compliance programs.

Skills & Competencies

Strong technical writing and documentation skills. Ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory standards. Excellent communication and presentation skills for stakeholder engagement. Strong organizational skills for managing audit timelines, corrective actions, and compliance projects. Problem-solving mindset with a focus on risk mitigation and sustainable compliance.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $71,847.31-$94,339.58 per year

Application question(s):

Are you Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in California? Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field? 7+ years of experience in utility operations, transmission/distribution, or generation. Strong working knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards, NPCC Directories, and FERC Orders? Do you have experience preparing for or participating in NERC/NPCC compliance audits?
Work Location: In person