CAMS

Integrated energy asset management and O&M

Entry-Level Electrical Engineer

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Full-timeHouston, TX, USA$70k - $90k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
Applicants must have 0–5 years of NERC Compliance or similar industry experience.
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, and must meet applicable company and insurance requirements.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.
The role requires overnight and short-term travel on company business, including travel to other facilities and off-site activities, estimated at 25%.
The role requires repetitive and non-repetitive physical work, including lifting, pushing, pulling, stretching, bending, climbing, working in awkward positions, and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Support facility personnel with NERC, Regional Reliability Entity, and EIA issues that affect facility operations.
Prepare or oversee the timely completion of routine and non-routine reports to NERC, WECC, and other applicable registered entities.
Monitor compliance programs and ensure registered-entity functions comply with those programs; evaluate, develop, and recommend new programs for integration into facility operations.
Conduct compliance reviews and offer or implement recommendations to improve regulatory compliance.
Communicate with NERC, WECC, and applicable registered entities on behalf of facilities and generate associated reports.
Assist in training personnel on regulatory programs.
Carry out complex projects and assignments independently.
Oversee contractors' and vendors' regulatory-related tasks and adherence to compliance programs.
Maintain project regulatory records and filing systems.
Prepare and submit routine EIA, FERC, and NERC reports.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

A concentration in power generation, transmission, and distribution is preferred.
General knowledge of power plant operations, including the interrelationship of registered-entity functions and compliance with operations and maintenance functions.
General knowledge of FERC, NERC, and WECC entity orders, regulations, standards, and related requirements, with working knowledge of monitoring and reporting requirements.
Computer literacy, including expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
A high level of commitment to regulatory performance and compliance.
Strong oral and written communication skills, planning and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with others.
Interpersonal skills and a record of building consensus among internal and external parties.
Ability to perform and manage multiple varied tasks in an industrial environment and promptly identify and analyze potentially complex compliance risks.

Salary Range: 70000 to 90000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

CAMS is seeking an Entry-Level Electrical Engineer to train as a NERC Compliance Associate. This position supports the compliance obligations of fossil fuel and renewable energy generation sites located throughout the NERC Regional Reliability Entity network (WECC, MRO, NPCC, SERC, TRE, RFC). CAMS is seeking an individual with a background in engineering, computer science, or related field with 0-5 years of experience. Electrical Engineering is highly preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supports facility personnel with all NERC, Regional Reliability Entities (WECC, SPP, TRE, etc.), and EIA issues that impact facility operations.

Responsible for the timely preparation and/or oversight required for routine and non-routine reports to NERC, WECC, and other applicable registered entities.

Monitors compliance programs and ensures all registered entity functions are compliant in those programs. Evaluates, develops, and recommends new programs for integration into facility operations.

Conducts compliance reviews and offers/implements recommendations for changes to enhance regulatory compliance.

Communicates with representatives of NERC, the WECC, and applicable registered entities on behalf of the facilities and generates associated reports.

Assists with the training of all personnel regarding regulatory programs.

Carries out complex projects and assignments independently.

Oversees contractor and vendor regulatory related tasks and adherence to compliance programs.

Maintains project regulatory records and filing system.

Prepares and submits routine EIA, FERC, and NERC reports.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required; concentration in power generation, transmission, and distribution preferred.
0-5 years of NERC Compliance or similar industry experience.
Overnight and short-term travel on company business is an expected part of this position, 25% travel to other facilities and off-site activities.
Perform repetitive and non-repetitive physical duties. Requires lifting, pushing, pulling, stretching, bending, climbing, working in awkward positions, and lifting to 25 lbs.

Other Desirable Skills:

General knowledge of power plant operations, including the interrelationship of registered entity functions, and compliance with operation and maintenance functions

General knowledge of FERC, NERC and WECC Entities orders, regulations, standards, etc. and working knowledge of monitoring and reporting requirements.

Computer literate, including expert-level knowledge of MS Word and Excel.

High level of commitment to excellence in regulatory performance and compliance.

Strong oral and written communication skills as well as good planning and organizational skills.

Ability to work effectively, excellent interpersonal skills and a record of building consensus among internal and external parties.

An ability to perform and manage multiple varied tasks in an industrial environment and to promptly identify and analyze potentially complex compliance risks.

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, health spending accounts, employee referral incentives, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and other company-sponsored programs.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

About the Company

CAMS

Integrated energy asset management and O&M

CAMS manages energy and infrastructure assets for owners, offering an integrated suite of services across the energy value chain, including O&M, asset management, financial services, regulatory compliance, environmental and safety programs, and asset optimization. It operates by treating clients’ assets as its own, coordinating technical, financial, and regulatory work through a single, aligned team to improve performance and reduce costs. The company specializes in power generation, midstream pipelines, E&P assets, data centers, and growing battery energy storage systems, and it also provides advisory services via its eSPARC platform. Its goal is to add long-term value for asset owners by delivering safe operations, reliable performance, and optimized returns across the asset life cycle.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Houston, TX
Founded: 2007

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