NERC Reliability Specialist
Job Description
Opportunity Summary:
This is a unique opportunity for a candidate to apply their existing knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards and power plant operations to a team of NERC Services consultants serving a broad range of clients’ needs – including independent power plants, utilities, and asset management firms. The position will combine the subject matter of NERC compliance with the opportunity to build client and project management skills, communication skills, and business development experience, along with leadership opportunities within the NAES NERC Services team.
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What you’ll be doing…
In this position, you will work with our clients providing a comprehensive suite of services to support their NERC Reliability Compliance Program needs. In addition to working in the NAES corporate offices, this will involve travel to client sites to assist in the performance of:
- NERC Compliance Assessments – review existing compliance documentation and provide guidance to complete templates that constitute the compliance program. Work with the client to provide recommendations for record-keeping, scheduling and adopting a strong culture of compliance.
- Gap Analysis – evaluate compliance programs to identify deficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Compliance Program Setups – assist the client in implementing their compliance program and preparing auditable compliance files.
- Compliance Audit Assistance – Develop Reliability Standard Audit Worksheets (RSAWs) and assist facility personnel in preparing for and participating in regional compliance audits
- Mock Audits – Provide the client with an authentic audit experience to prepare them for the real thing
- Audit Participation – facilitate an audit from evidence packages to data requests to auditor communications
- Training of Client Personnel – Provide ongoing support, keeping compliance managers and plant personnel up-to-date with current NERC standards, revisions and interpretations
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Available for business hours Monday through Friday. A hybrid or remote work schedule is negotiable. Travel up to 20% may be required to meet client requirements. Extended hours may be required during travel or due to variable workload and project specific requirements.
Fit for Duty
All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer drug screen.
At a Glance
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Company:
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Type:Full Time
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Location:Issaquah, WA or Remote
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Position:Reliability Specialist
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Date Posted:January 2, 2025