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POSITION CONCEPT

Engineers in Asset Management work collaboratively with grid (generation, transmission, substation, distribution) owners and operators to ensure their systems and assets are operated and maintained for safety, reliability, regulatory compliance, cost effectiveness, and sustained functional performance. This position focuses on systems and assets associated with solar power generation and their integration with the bulk electric system. The Principal Engineer, Asset Management (Solar NERC Compliance) develops and maintains programs, studies, and documentation to ensure compliance with applicable NERC Reliability Standards as they relate to inverter-based resources (IBRs) and solar plant facilities. The engineer understands how assets in the modern electric grid are designed to perform (particularly renewable and inverter-based technologies) and has the skills to develop tools and analytics that proactively detect reliability, protection, and performance concerns. Using this knowledge, the engineer supports proactive mitigation planning, including operational limit assessments, performance tuning, capital investment planning, maintenance coordination, and the development of compliance evidence and corrective action plans to sustain long-term fleet reliability.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support Development of Solar Asset Models and Reliability Systems (20%) Assist in developing and maintaining systems, calculations, databases, and models that define and track the expected performance of solar generation systems and related grid equipment. Help identify potential equipment or system issues and document their impact on safety, compliance, reliability, cost, and function. Contribute to establishing consistent methods for monitoring asset condition and performance. Support Reliability and Compliance Mitigation Activities (20%) Participate in evaluating options for preventing or correcting equipment or system issues related to solar generation and NERC compliance. Work with senior engineers, operations, and maintenance personnel to organize data, prepare engineering recommendations, and track the progress of corrective and preventive actions. Assist with the preparation of documentation supporting compliance with applicable NERC standards. Assist with Compliance and Reliability Projects (20%) Support projects and initiatives that improve the reliability and compliance of solar generation facilities. Contribute to developing standard processes, documentation, and tools used to maintain compliance with NERC reliability standards and company procedures. Provide technical assistance under the guidance of senior engineers during maintenance and operational activities. Participate in System and Asset Assessments (10%) Assist in performing assessments of solar facilities and associated electrical systems to determine condition, performance, and operating capability. Collect data, perform basic analysis, and support field measurements or studies that confirm equipment health and system reliability. Develop and Maintain Procedures and Training Materials (10%) Support the creation and improvement of procedures, checklists, and training materials related to solar reliability, grid performance, and compliance activities. Participate in training sessions to enhance technical and regulatory knowledge. Provide Technical Support to Operations and Maintenance (10%) Work with plant and grid operations teams to troubleshoot technical issues, collect and organize performance data, and assist with post-event reviews or engineering analyses. Other Engineering Duties (10%) Perform other related engineering tasks to support the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of Tampa Electric's solar generation and grid systems as assigned.

SUPERVISION

Direct Supervision:

Principal Engineer /

Engineer III/IV:

Coop students, technicians, analysts, specialists and engineers

Engineering Fellow:

Coop students, technicians, analysts, specialists and engineers

Indirect Supervision:

Engineer I to

Engineering Fellow:

Potential to indirectly supervise operators, maintenance team members, technicians, specialists, and other engineers.

RELATIONSHIPS

Key Internal:

Primarily engineers, managers and team members from plant and grid operations, project management, construction, maintenance and planning but, may also work with procurement, regulatory, safety, compliance, legal and other departments as necessary.

Key External:

Primarily contractors, industry associations, vendors, but may also work with regulatory agencies and customers.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Required:

Engineering degree from ABET accredited college or university

Preferred:

Degree in Electrical Engineering Degree, minor or courses in

Reliability Engineering, Statistics, Multi-Discipline Engineering, Analytics Licenses/Certifications Required:

None required

Preferred:

Fundamentals in Engineering, Professional Engineer Licenses or certifications supporting the engineering discipline associated with

Asset Management-Electrical System Reliability Engineer Related Experience Required:

Senior Engineer:

Minimum Experience Guideline•8 years Principal /

Senior Consulting Engineer:

Minimum Experience Guideline•12 years

Engineering Fellow:

Minimum Experience Guideline•16 years

Senior Engineering Fellow:

Minimum Experience Guideline•20 years

Preferred:

Experience in the electric utility industry Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)

Required:

Knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the duties and responsibilities associated with this position for

Asset Management-Electrical System Reliability Engineer Preferred:

Knowledge of electrical equipment (rotating equipment, transformers, inverters, switchgear, protection), operation and maintenance.; Reliability engineering and asset management best practices.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Champions Safety, Health and the Environment Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity Drives Business Excellence for Customers Builds Collaborative Relationships Develops People and Teams Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgment

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position requires travel to and work 100% onsite at electrical grid facilities (power plants, transmission, substation, distribution or other facilities). This position is primarily Monday thru Friday with flexibility for some remote work but can involve overtime and weekends work to operations, projects and maintenance outages. Work may be outdoors in noisy, dusty and high stress operational environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment for work assigned. Must be able to independently operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner. Must be able to walk, stand or sit for extended periods of time. Must be able to grasp/handle small hand tools and other objects with fingers and palms. Must be able to pull, push, lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Must be physically capable of working indoor or outdoor. Sirius Staffing is seeking a Principal Engineer-Solar NERC Compliance for a direct hire in Apollo Beach, FL.

Pay:

$130,000 to $150,000( Sign in bounce will be offered. ( $5k•10k)

Schedule:

Monday•Friday SummaryResponsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of solar generation assets and their integration with the bulk electric system. This role focuses on inverter-based resources (IBRs) and solar facilities, supporting compliance with applicable NERC Reliability Standards through engineering analysis, asset modeling, documentation, and mitigation planning. This position partners closely with generation, transmission, substation, and grid operations teams to proactively identify reliability and compliance risks, develop corrective strategies, and support long-term asset performance. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, maintain, and support models, calculations, databases, and analytics used to define and monitor solar asset performance and grid integration.

Evaluate inverter-based resources and related electrical equipment to identify reliability, protection, and performance risks.

Establish consistent methods for monitoring asset condition, performance, and operating limits.

Support compliance with applicable NERC Reliability Standards related to solar generation and inverter-based resources.

Assist with compliance documentation, evidence development, and corrective action plans.

Participate in evaluating mitigation strategies for identified compliance or reliability gaps.

Support technical assessments of solar facilities and associated electrical systems to evaluate condition, performance, and operational capability.

Collect and analyze data, assist with field measurements, and support engineering studies related to system health and reliability.

Support projects that enhance solar reliability, compliance, and operational performance.

Contribute to the development of standardized processes, tools, and documentation for asset management and regulatory compliance.

Provide technical support to plant and grid operations teams, including troubleshooting, performance analysis, and post-event reviews.

Coordinate with maintenance teams to align asset strategies with reliability and compliance objectives.

Develop and maintain procedures, checklists, and training materials related to solar reliability, grid performance, and NERC compliance.

Participate in training initiatives to strengthen technical and regulatory knowledge across teams.

Perform other engineering duties as needed to support the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of solar generation and grid systems. Education & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.

Minimum of 8 years of relevant engineering experience.

Demonstrated knowledge and capability in electrical system reliability, asset management, and power system operations.

Ability to support NERC compliance activities related to generation and inverter-based resources.

Willingness to travel locally within Hillsborough County as needed.

Preferred:

Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Coursework or experience in reliability engineering, statistics, analytics, or multi-discipline engineering.

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) and/or Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Experience with electrical equipment including inverters, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, and rotating equipment.

Knowledge of asset management and reliability engineering best practices.

Sirius Staffing is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law