Operational Technology Compliance Engineer
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 our purpose: 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 and employee experience emphasize passion and purpose. Together, we create healthier communities and a cleaner planet.
Total Rewards
- Competitive compensation, including a bonus program and 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
Expected salary range of $122,400–$154,000, varying based on experience.
Purpose of 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. Interfaces with groups across the organization, including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate Security, to ensure regulatory compliance activities align with procedures, standards, and requirements. Identifies and recommends continuous improvement initiatives and develops assessments to enhance compliance.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate a strong technical understanding of 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 NERC Compliance work activities in the Work Management system using documented procedures.
- Participate in compliance audits, including planning, preparing, and executing 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.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, or Mechanical) with 5 years of technical experience or related engineering experience.
- Maintain minimum access requirements and favorable medical examination/testing as applicable to position duties.
Preferred Qualifications
- Deep experience 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, and practices for engineering disciplines in power generation.
- Five years of experience in generation plant operations, electric utility transmission, regulatory, legal, or financial disciplines.
- Ability to multitask, work independently or in teams, and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent decision-making skills.
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
- Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing and collaborate across business units and external stakeholders.