Senior NERC Compliance Analyst (HYBRID)

22nd Century Technologies Inc. (TSCTI)

Ann Arbor, MI, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Full Time

Job Description

Duration: 3+ Months

Job Summary:

Remote schedule is okay (must reside in eligible work state).
Hybrid schedule is preferred candidate resides close to Ann Arbor, MI.

What you'll do:

The Senior NERC Regulatory Compliance Analyst will implement NERC compliance activities for NorthStar Clean Energy's gas/solar generation facilities.
This person is considered the site's subject matter expert of the NERC regulatory standards that are applicable to Generator Owners and Generator Operators.
Provide management, oversight, direction, and coordination for the implementation of NERC compliance activities that relate to equipment testing, configuration, operations, reliability, system protection, and other various electrical analyses.
This position is designed to provide compliance coordination and implementation of policies and procedures at gas generation, solar facilities, and wind facilities.
As a key member of the operations compliance team, this candidate will have a primary role in reliability and regulatory compliance at NSCE's existing facilities and provide NERC related commissioning oversight of new facilities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Evaluate, interpret, and manage the implementation of compliance processes and procedures related to NERC regulatory standards/requirements.
Evaluate the relevance of requirements appropriate for each plant relating to topics such as inverters or generator operation, plant protection systems, substation, and transmission interconnections
Provide subject matter expertise and support for the compliance of NERC regulatory standards with a primary focus on Protection and Control (PRC), Facilities Design, Connection and Maintenance (FAC), Transmission Operations (TOP), Modeling Data and Analysis (MOD), and Voltage and Reactive power (VAR)
Lead the on-site interpretation, education and the implementation of NERC regulatory standards and their requirements.
Ensure each facility's regulatory compliance through the coordination and evaluation of testing, modeling, condition assessment, maintenance activities, and procedure/process implementation
Conduct analysis of plant processes, testing results, reliability condition, and equipment configuration to determine if it meets the regulatory requirements.
Implement the necessary procedure/process changes through plant management. Oversee and coordinate activities such as testing, evaluations, modeling, and reporting as needed
Prepare, track, manage and analyze records as compliance evidence. Communicate with the regulators regarding technical analysis and modeling reports, information submittals, forms and databases.
Assist in the assembly of information and documentation that demonstrates compliance
Perform reporting actions to Department of Energy/Energy Information Administration, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and other regulatory agencies
Perform internal assessments of processes, procedures and documentation for regulatory adherence, communicate results and lead/assist in the development and implementation of corrective action plans
Monitor, oversee, or implement corrective actions to ensure site compliance with regulatory requirements
Perform /or oversee complex assessments of facility generation electrical equipment such as:
Protection Relay function and coordination with controls
Coordinate generating unit capabilities with voltage regulation and controls
Generator real and reactive power capabilities and control
Modeling for generator excitation and control systems
Provide scope and quality oversight of contractors of work that is related to NERC Requirements such as: equipment testing, system modeling, engineering analysis, and report creation
Other duties such as performing reporting obligations or site troubleshooting of system performance may be necessary

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

5+ years' experience operating, maintaining, and/or designing utility scale gas/turbine generators, transformers, substation interconnection equipment and their protection systems
Knowledgeable in NERC reliability standards and their associated requirements
Knowledgeable in generation protective relay coordination and settings principles
5+ years of applicable electrical experience with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
In lieu of a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, a bachelor’s degree in a scientific/technical field or extensive Company or industry experience in positions that demonstrate required abilities and performance may be considered for placement in the Engineering Tech Analyst job family

Position Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 5+ years of overall relevant work experience (OR) 8+ years of applicable electrical experience with an associate degree in a scientific/technical field
5+ years' experience operating, maintaining, and/or designing utility scale gas/turbine generators, transformers, substation interconnection equipment and their protection systems, and the compliance requirements of such equipment
5+ years of applicable industry experience in electrical-based positions that demonstrate required abilities and performance

Type of Experience:

Perform and coordinate as needed NERC regulatory compliance adherence evaluations, reporting and monitoring of maintenance of electric/electric inverter generators, substation and transmission interconnection equipment, their protection systems and electric ancillary support processes
Manages and consults on complex activities to support electrical generation systems in the engineering analytical space on a frequent basis
Provides Electrical Engineering technical support services

\nCompany Description

Headquartered in Princeton, NJ, and McLean, VA, with 14 regional offices nationwide, TSCTI provides comprehensive solutions in Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Modernization, DevSecOps, Managed Services, Workforce Solutions, and Healthcare Staffing. We are a trusted partner to Federal, State, Local, Education (SLED), Healthcare, and Commercial organizations, delivering innovative technology and talent solutions that enable our clients to achieve their strategic objectives.

As one of the nation's leading Healthcare Workforce Solutions providers, TSCTI supports federal healthcare systems, Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers, state and local healthcare agencies, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, long-term care facilities, and commercial healthcare organizations. We recruit and place highly qualified healthcare professionals across a wide range of specialties, including physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, allied health professionals, behavioral health specialists, laboratory personnel, pharmacy professionals, and healthcare administrative staff. Our healthcare solutions ensure continuity of care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.

With a strong commitment to quality and compliance, TSCTI operates through CMMI Level 3 (Development & Services) and ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certified processes, ensuring consistent service excellence, operational maturity, and information security. Today, we proudly support 14 of the 15 Federal Executive Departments, 37 Federal agencies, 50 State governments, 115+ Local agencies, 37 School Districts, numerous healthcare organizations, and 80+ Fortune 500 and commercial clients.

TSCTI has earned numerous industry recognitions, including being named among Forbes America's Best Large Employers, Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, Forbes Best Employers for Tech Workers, Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, and a 13-time Inc. 5000 honoree. The company has also been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work and continues to expand its capabilities through strategic innovation, acquisitions, and investments in emerging technologies.

At TSCTI, our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented workplace where innovation thrives and careers flourish. Whether delivering cutting-edge technology solutions or connecting exceptional talent with meaningful careers, we consistently exceed our clients' expectations while empowering our employees to succeed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Company Description

22nd Century Technologies, Inc. (TSCTI) is one of the fastest-growing IT Services Integrators and Workforce Solutions providers in the United States. Founded in 1997, TSCTI is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with a workforce of 6,000+ professionals, including 600+ Cybersecurity Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), delivering mission-critical solutions across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico.\r\n\r\nHeadquartered in Princeton, NJ, and McLean, VA, with 14 regional offices nationwide, TSCTI provides comprehensive solutions in Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Modernization, DevSecOps, Managed Services, Workforce Solutions, and Healthcare Staffing. We are a trusted partner to Federal, State, Local, Education (SLED), Healthcare, and Commercial organizations, delivering innovative technology and talent solutions that enable our clients to achieve their strategic objectives.\r\n\r\nAs one of the nation's leading Healthcare Workforce Solutions providers, TSCTI supports federal healthcare systems, Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers, state and local healthcare agencies, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, long-term care facilities, and commercial healthcare organizations. We recruit and place highly qualified healthcare professionals across a wide range of specialties, including physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, allied health professionals, behavioral health specialists, laboratory personnel, pharmacy professionals, and healthcare administrative staff. Our healthcare solutions ensure continuity of care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.\r\n\r\nWith a strong commitment to quality and compliance, TSCTI operates through CMMI Level 3 (Development & Services) and ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certified processes, ensuring consistent service excellence, operational maturity, and information security. Today, we proudly support 14 of the 15 Federal Executive Departments, 37 Federal agencies, 50 State governments, 115+ Local agencies, 37 School Districts, numerous healthcare organizations, and 80+ Fortune 500 and commercial clients.\r\n\r\nTSCTI has earned numerous industry recognitions, including being named among Forbes America's Best Large Employers, Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, Forbes Best Employers for Tech Workers, Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, and a 13-time Inc. 5000 honoree. The company has also been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work and continues to expand its capabilities through strategic innovation, acquisitions, and investments in emerging technologies.\r\n\r\nAt TSCTI, our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented workplace where innovation thrives and careers flourish. Whether delivering cutting-edge technology solutions or connecting exceptional talent with meaningful careers, we consistently exceed our clients' expectations while empowering our employees to succeed.\r\n\r\nEqual Opportunity Employer\r\n\r\n22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.