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Invenergy is North America's largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

As an Associate, Operational Reliability Compliance (Electrical Engineer) you will support Invenergy's Reliability Compliance program for the entire Invenergy fleet with an emphasis on electricity generation regulatory requirements (NERC, ERCOT, PJM, & IESO) associated real timeoperations and modeling.Based out of our downtown Chicago office, the Associate will use their engineering expertise, technical writing, and critical thinking to complete the job responsibilities with limited managerial oversight.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in real-time operational compliance monitoring activities supporting thermal facilities

• Coordinate and review compliance with NERC Operations and Planning Reliability Standards for thermal facilities

• Interpret engineering drawings and manufacturers specifications

• Responsible for providing interpretation and guidance on technical documentation

• Partner with internal groups (Engineering, Operations, and Asset Management) to communicate changes or updates that require action by the projects.

• Conduct ad hoc independent research on industry trends and adjacent rules

• Support the implementation of Invenergy's NERC Internal Compliance Program, including validating adherence to standards, supporting audits, maintaining records, performing due diligence, and managing internal controls

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related discipline

• 3+ years of direct Electrical Engineering application experience

• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Skills

• 3+ years of relevant NERC compliance experience

• Prior knowledge of applicable NERC, ERCOT, & IESO standards

• Willingness to travel between 5-10%

• Critical thinking skills with the ability to identify and solve complex problems with limited managerial oversight

• Demonstrated project management skills

• Strong interpersonal skills with the desire to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and to meet deadlines

• Excellent organizational,presentation/facilitation,verbal, and written communication skills

• Proficient in the use of MS 365 and Project Management tools

• Strong familiarity with modeling applications such as PSCAD, PSS/E, and ASPEN

• Prior Experience with Technical Engineering work, working at a Utility, and/or knowledge of renewable power systems.

• Prior experience working within the modeling group and/or Relay Design team.

• Prior experience working at a NERC Registered Entity in a role requiring compliance demonstration

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.
In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.
Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.