The AES Corporation
NERC O&P Compliance Specialist
The AES Corporation, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Overview
Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) is a Fortune 500 company leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022, and we are certified as a Great Place to Work. AES is ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations and had $12.7B in revenues in 2023, serving 25 million customers worldwide. We are committed to meeting the Paris Agreement goals by 2050 and offer innovative solutions such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers to accelerate global decarbonization. If you're ready to drive change with a leader in the global energy transformation, AES is the place for you. We are building a cleaner, more sustainable future and inviting you to energize your career with AES. Position Summary
The AES team is looking for an innovative and motivated individual to participate in the NERC compliance efforts for AES’s rapidly growing renewable energy portfolio. This role provides the opportunity to support one of the largest renewable energy portfolios in the U.S. while ensuring AES builds, operates, and maintains the portfolio to standards that exceed industry best practices. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can tackle multidisciplinary challenges in coordination with various AES teams and third parties. This role supports the growth of the AES NERC Compliance team as the renewable portfolio expands. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement with some in-office days and some remote work. Office location is flexible to any AES office location. Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as a Compliance Business Partner for AES Operations & Planning (O&P) Compliance. Act as a technical expert within the O&P workgroup to ensure AES implements O&P NERC Reliability Standards Requirements within regulatory deadlines. Lead and provide guidance to implement organization-wide strategies, priorities, and documentation to meet reliability compliance requirements. Contribute to internal control actions through risk assessments and lessons learned. Follow Standards drafting team and provide guidance to SMEs on new or revisions to existing NERC Compliance Standards. Evaluate and support preparation for audits, self-certifications, spot-checks, internal compliance assessments, self-reports, mitigation plans, RSAWs, and evidence documentation. Identify process improvement opportunities based on internal compliance assessments, root cause analysis, and industry best practices. Complete annual review of processes, procedures, and integrate current O&P procedures. Perform gap analysis on new Standards and establish processes to ensure compliance, reliability, and security of AES assets. Review and perform quality checks on evidence attesting to compliance with applicable NERC Standards and provide guidance to SMEs as necessary. Establish and maintain effective relationships with industry associations, regional entities, and internal stakeholders to promote business goals and compliance requirements. Participate in industry forums and outreach activities. Represent AES and the O&P compliance program in conferences and meetings with regulators, other agencies, state and local authorities, private industry, and public groups to gather perspectives on proposed programs or program changes. Desired Skills and Expertise
Four-year bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience. Minimum 5 years of related work experience. Ability to see tasks through to completion with minimal guidance. Strong verbal and writing skills, both technical and non-technical. Experience with Generator Protection Systems, Facility Ratings, SCADA Systems, Transmission Planning, and related areas. Experience with Renewable Generation. Experience with Standards associated with Transmission and Generation Control Center. Experience in implementing and/or maintaining a NERC compliance program. Highly motivated, self-starter willing to take on new challenges. Prior NERC O&P and utilities compliance experience, including compliance monitoring, training, and audit support. Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to fostering a culture of compliance. Equal Opportunity and Additional Information
AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building strength and sustainability through inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences, and perspectives helps improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide information from new employees to SSA and, if necessary, DHS to confirm work authorization. The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, ranges from $105,000 to $131,750 annually; base pay offered may vary depending on location, knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may include bonuses and a full range of benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), paid time off, etc.). If offered, details of participation in benefit plans will be provided. This position is at-will and AES reserves the right to modify base salary and other compensation programs at any time based on performance and market factors.
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Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) is a Fortune 500 company leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022, and we are certified as a Great Place to Work. AES is ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations and had $12.7B in revenues in 2023, serving 25 million customers worldwide. We are committed to meeting the Paris Agreement goals by 2050 and offer innovative solutions such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers to accelerate global decarbonization. If you're ready to drive change with a leader in the global energy transformation, AES is the place for you. We are building a cleaner, more sustainable future and inviting you to energize your career with AES. Position Summary
The AES team is looking for an innovative and motivated individual to participate in the NERC compliance efforts for AES’s rapidly growing renewable energy portfolio. This role provides the opportunity to support one of the largest renewable energy portfolios in the U.S. while ensuring AES builds, operates, and maintains the portfolio to standards that exceed industry best practices. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can tackle multidisciplinary challenges in coordination with various AES teams and third parties. This role supports the growth of the AES NERC Compliance team as the renewable portfolio expands. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement with some in-office days and some remote work. Office location is flexible to any AES office location. Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as a Compliance Business Partner for AES Operations & Planning (O&P) Compliance. Act as a technical expert within the O&P workgroup to ensure AES implements O&P NERC Reliability Standards Requirements within regulatory deadlines. Lead and provide guidance to implement organization-wide strategies, priorities, and documentation to meet reliability compliance requirements. Contribute to internal control actions through risk assessments and lessons learned. Follow Standards drafting team and provide guidance to SMEs on new or revisions to existing NERC Compliance Standards. Evaluate and support preparation for audits, self-certifications, spot-checks, internal compliance assessments, self-reports, mitigation plans, RSAWs, and evidence documentation. Identify process improvement opportunities based on internal compliance assessments, root cause analysis, and industry best practices. Complete annual review of processes, procedures, and integrate current O&P procedures. Perform gap analysis on new Standards and establish processes to ensure compliance, reliability, and security of AES assets. Review and perform quality checks on evidence attesting to compliance with applicable NERC Standards and provide guidance to SMEs as necessary. Establish and maintain effective relationships with industry associations, regional entities, and internal stakeholders to promote business goals and compliance requirements. Participate in industry forums and outreach activities. Represent AES and the O&P compliance program in conferences and meetings with regulators, other agencies, state and local authorities, private industry, and public groups to gather perspectives on proposed programs or program changes. Desired Skills and Expertise
Four-year bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience. Minimum 5 years of related work experience. Ability to see tasks through to completion with minimal guidance. Strong verbal and writing skills, both technical and non-technical. Experience with Generator Protection Systems, Facility Ratings, SCADA Systems, Transmission Planning, and related areas. Experience with Renewable Generation. Experience with Standards associated with Transmission and Generation Control Center. Experience in implementing and/or maintaining a NERC compliance program. Highly motivated, self-starter willing to take on new challenges. Prior NERC O&P and utilities compliance experience, including compliance monitoring, training, and audit support. Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to fostering a culture of compliance. Equal Opportunity and Additional Information
AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building strength and sustainability through inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences, and perspectives helps improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide information from new employees to SSA and, if necessary, DHS to confirm work authorization. The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, ranges from $105,000 to $131,750 annually; base pay offered may vary depending on location, knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may include bonuses and a full range of benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), paid time off, etc.). If offered, details of participation in benefit plans will be provided. This position is at-will and AES reserves the right to modify base salary and other compensation programs at any time based on performance and market factors.
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