NERC Compliance Engineer - Substation
Listed on 2026-05-30
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering
About the Role
We're looking for a NERC Compliance Engineer - Substation (onsite) on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment (W-2). You will be the technical lead for NERC compliance readiness and turnover of substations before Commercial Operation Date (COD). You will implement, document, and validate all applicable PRC and FAC standards in accordance with the Power Generation Division (PGD) compliance programs prior to energization and turnover to Operations.
Ensure all requirements are incorporated into design, settings, studies, and commissioning documentation before COD. Protection Systems Compliance (PRC Standards) – Validate relay settings, coordination studies, and protection philosophies to ensure compliance with PRC standards and internal PGD requirements.
Location: Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410. Per diem available.
Key ResponsibilitiesNERC Compliance Program Execution (Pre-COD)
- Identify and implement applicable NERC standards for new substations, including but not limited to:
- PRC-001 – Protection System Coordination
- PRC-004 – Protection System Misoperation Identification and Correction
- PRC-005 – Protection System Maintenance
- PRC-019 – Coordination of Generating Unit or Plant Capabilities, Voltage Regulating Controls, and Protection
- PRC-023 – Transmission Relay Loadability
- PRC-024 – Generator Frequency and Voltage Protective Relay Settings
- PRC-027 – Coordination of Protection Systems for Performance During Faults
- FAC-008 – Facility Ratings
- FAC-009 – Establish and Communicate Facility Ratings
- Experience supporting NERC compliance activities for substations or generation interconnections.
- Experience with PRC and FAC standards implementation.
- Background in electrical engineering, transmission, substations, or power systems environments.
- Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Vacations for qualifying positions
Base salary range: $55.00/hr to $60.00/hr, dependent upon experience, qualifications, and skills.
Equal Opportunity EmployerEqual Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
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