NERC Technical Manager

About the role

The NERC Technical Manager oversees technical compliance with NERC Reliability Standards, focusing on Operations & Planning (O&P) standards. This role provides technical leadership, regulatory expertise, and cross-functional coordination to ensure the organization's power systems meet all applicable reliability requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical interpretation, implementation, and enhancement of NERC compliance programs (O&P, and applicable regional requirements).

• Translate regulatory requirements into technical controls, system designs, procedures, and operating practices.

• Audit and support technical evidence collection, review accuracy, and address gaps or findings for NERC and Regional Entity audits.

• Develop and track mitigation plans, corrective action plans (CAPs), and compliance improvements.

• Provide guidance and technical training to internal stakeholders on NERC standards and compliance expectations.

• Support enterprise risk management and reliability initiatives as they relate to Bulk Electric System (BES) operations.

• Monitor and track new or revised NERC Standard development, enforcement trends, and industry advisories.

• Recommend process enhancements, automation opportunities, and control improvements to strengthen compliance posture.

• Participate in industry groups, working groups, and regional forums as appropriate.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline; alternatively 5+ years of NERC Compliance experience.

• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of regulatory compliance or proven experience supporting NERC audits and regulatory interactions.

• Skills: Strong knowledge of NERC standards, engineering topics like relay testing, protection coordination, power system modeling, and substation equipment; analytical and detail-oriented skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Regional Entities (e.g., WECC, ERCOT, SERC, MRO, NPCC, RF, TRE).

• Project Management certification (PMP) – a plus.

Benefits

Talen Energy offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, prescription plans, life insurance, disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, competitive vacation and sick time, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Talen Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a safe, drug and alcohol-free workplace.