Overview
This role is for an Energy Compliance Attorney working as a contractor in a remote capacity. The position involves applying legal expertise to support the development of next-generation AI systems by providing high-quality, domain-specific input. Prior AI experience is not required.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive legal review and provide final approval on site control packages and interconnection compliance documentation for utility-scale energy projects.
- Resolve escalated document disputes identified by Tier 1 reviewers, ensuring legal accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Assess project filings for alignment with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulations and PJM Interconnection requirements.
- Review permitting submissions related to transmission and generation to ensure full legal and regulatory compliance.
- Deliver structured, high-quality legal opinions and findings in standardized formats suitable for client delivery.
- Collaborate with project teams to address complex legal and compliance challenges throughout the project development lifecycle.
- Monitor evolving federal and PJM regulatory requirements to provide proactive compliance advice.
Requirements
- Active bar membership with a background in energy regulatory or infrastructure law.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience, preferably within PJM markets or similar jurisdictions.
- Demonstrated experience with PJM Interconnection processes, including site control requirements and queue compliance.
- In-depth knowledge of FERC regulations related to transmission and generation interconnection.
- Practice based on the East Coast with a focus on East Coast energy regulatory requirements.
- Experience working at a law firm, utility, independent power producer (IPP), or federal energy regulatory agency.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience serving as lead or senior counsel on PJM interconnection legal matters.
- Direct involvement with transmission developers, Independent System Operators (ISOs), or FERC in advisory or decision-making roles.
- Familiarity with permitting processes for utility-scale solar, wind, or transmission projects in the eastern United States.
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