Generation Program Manager
Job Description
We are looking for a candidate to work for one of our large energy companies. This person will verify generator and power plant models so the fleet stays technically accurate and NERC‑compliant. Act as the technical expert during audits, work with plant teams and vendors, and lead improvement initiatives across the generation fleet.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own verification and validation of generator, excitation system, governor, and inverter‑based resource (IBR) models
- Ensure compliance with NERC standards (especially MOD‑026 and MOD‑027)
- Lead fleet‑wide improvement initiatives related to modeling, data quality, and compliance
- Act as Duke Energy’s technical subject matter expert during NERC and regulatory audits
- Work directly with plant/station teams, transmission planners, OEMs, and vendors
- Identify technical or compliance gaps and drive corrective actions
- Prepare and present technical reports, whitepapers, and executive‑level presentations
- Track program metrics and report on overall program health
- Represent the company in industry working groups and conferences
- Coach and support internal teams on compliance and technical standards
Must Haves:
- Strong knowledge of generator and excitation systems
- Experience with NERC compliance (especially MOD‑026 / MOD‑027)
- Ability to lead programs/projects and work cross‑functionally
- Comfortable creating technical reports and presentations
- Experience with power system modeling tools (PSS/E, PSCAD, PPPD)
- Inverter‑Based Resource (IBR) modeling experience
- Bachelor’s degree + 6–10+ years relevant experience
Plusses:
- Professional Engineer (PE)
- PMP or Lean Six Sigma