Senior Standards Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead and assist WECC drafting teams, offering direction on regional procedures and the technical aspects of Regional Reliability Standards and Regional Criteria.

• Facilitate collaboration with stakeholders in the Western Interconnection to integrate their interests and reliability considerations into NERC continent-wide Reliability Standards.

• Ensure that regional drafting teams stay updated on standards projects within the ERO Enterprise that impact their responsibilities.

• Collaborate with WECC management to pinpoint standards-related opportunities that address reliability and security risks.

• Review and assess NERC Reliability Standards with input from WECC subject matter experts.

• Participate in NERC standards drafting team and sub-group meetings, representing the interests of WECC.

• Deliver presentations that are clear and engaging to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Provide advice to WECC management on technical matters concerning Regional Reliability Standards, Regional Criteria, and NERC continent-wide Standards.

• Mentor engineers and other staff members at WECC.

• Identify and promote opportunities for WECC to engage in and collaborate on industry initiatives.

• Travel at least 15% of the time, with potential for additional travel based on organizational needs.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

• At least eight years of experience in power system operations, planning, or standards development.

• In-depth understanding of the WECC and NERC Standards Development Processes.

• Proven knowledge of NERC and WECC Reliability Standards and their implications for the power grid and its stakeholders.

• Capability to facilitate discussions among groups of industry technical experts and collaborate effectively with peers.

• Exceptional presentation, writing, and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to deliver clear, concise, and practical instructions.

• High levels of self-motivation, initiative, intellectual curiosity, and accountability.

• Strong interest in issues impacting the Bulk Power System and the evolving dynamics within the Western Interconnection.

• Ability to educate others and share knowledge with staff and various departments at WECC.

• Proficient computer skills and adeptness with PCs.

• Familiarity with common software applications, particularly those in the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Understanding of and commitment to sound cybersecurity principles.

• Ability to safeguard sensitive information, utilize secure passwords, and adhere to organizational cybersecurity protocols.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary pay

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Health reimbursement accounts

• Flexible spending accounts

• 401(k) plan

• Generous paid personal time

• Remote-eligible work arrangement

• Professional mentoring and knowledge-sharing opportunities