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Engineering Analyst, NERC Compliance

Constellation · Edinburg, TX · 1 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$129k–$143k/yrFull-time

About Us

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade and are cultivating a workplace where employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind, and solar facilities, powering the equivalent of 27 million homes. Our culture is powered by passion and purpose, driving healthier communities and a cleaner planet.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to support employees professionally and personally, including:

  • Competitive compensation with a salary range of $128,700 to $143,000, varying based on experience
  • Bonus program
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee stock purchase program
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs
  • Disability and life insurance benefits
  • Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days

About the Role

Performs advanced technical and engineering problem-solving in support of power plant operations while acting as a resource and technical expert to engineers. Responsible for technical decisions with excellent knowledge in functional discipline and its practical application, including detailed knowledge of applicable industry codes and regulations.

The Generation OT Compliance Engineer ensures Constellation adheres to all applicable generation regulatory compliance requirements, such as NERC CIP for medium impact BES Cyber Systems and NERC Operations and Planning. This role interfaces with groups throughout the organization, including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate Security.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate a strong technical understanding of generation NERC regulatory rules and participate in relevant forums.
  • Implement NERC Standards, programs, processes, procedures, and best practices for Constellation’s NERC CIP and O&P programs, including medium and low impact BES Cyber Systems (e.g., performing security patching and vulnerability assessments).
  • Perform reviews and provide documentation to verify compliance with assigned NERC Standards Requirements and measures.
  • Communicate expertise verbally and in writing through reports, procedures, and proposals.
  • Recommend corrective actions for inadequacies while ensuring cross-functional alignment of processes and procedures.
  • Apply strong knowledge of industrial DCS, SCADA, OT cyber assets, and networking to interface OT devices with industrial control systems.
  • Initiate, execute, and track compliance-related work activities in the Work Management system with documented evidence.
  • Participate in compliance audits, including planning, preparation, and execution of audit tasks.
  • Engage in cyber drills and actual cyber events.
  • Provide analysis and support to leadership for the NERC Compliance program, including performance improvements and compliance-related communications.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Computer Science Engineering, Engineering Technology) and 6 years of related industry experience, OR
  • Associate’s degree in a technical discipline and 8 years of related industry experience, OR
  • High school diploma/GED and 9 years of power or related industry experience, with 6 of those years at the exempt level.
  • Working knowledge of engineering processes and systems for the specific functional area.
  • Maintain minimum access requirements or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, including favorable medical examination/testing.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Deep experience in implementing ISO, NERC, and TSA Gas Standards for generation facilities.
  • Prior experience at power generation stations.
  • Ability to analyze, interpret, and determine compliance requirements for ISO, NERC, TSA Gas, and other federal, state, and local standards.
  • General knowledge of regulations, guides, standards, codes, and practices for various installations or services.
  • Five years of experience in generation plant operations, electric utility transmission, regulatory, legal, or financial disciplines.
  • Ability to multitask, work in teams or independently in a fast-paced environment under deadline pressure.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent decision-making.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across business units and external stakeholders.

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