Attorney | $100-$135/hr Remote
Overview
We're looking for an experienced energy attorney to help train next-generation AI systems. Your deep knowledge of PJM interconnection, FERC regulations, and energy permitting will shape how AI models learn and reason about complex energy infrastructure projects. This is a remote, part-time contract role with flexible hours—ideal for someone seeking impactful, project-based legal work without the overhead of a traditional firm.
What You'll Do6
- 1Conduct final, senior-level legal review and validation of documentation related to site control, interconnection, and permitting for energy projects.
- 2Evaluate whether project materials align with PJM generator interconnection procedures, queue-readiness expectations, site control requirements, and applicable FERC-regulated processes.
- 3Review escalated issues from Tier 1 legal reviewers—such as incomplete site control evidence, inconsistent filings, unclear permitting status, or potential interconnection compliance gaps—and provide definitive guidance.
- 4Analyze documentation for utility-scale solar, wind, battery storage, transmission, and large-load or generation interconnection projects in PJM and adjacent East Coast markets.
- 5Deliver concise legal findings, risk flags, and structured determinations for client-facing review workflows, ensuring clarity and actionability.
- 6Help improve review rubrics, issue-spotting guidelines, and decision frameworks used by lower-tier reviewers, contributing to the overall quality and efficiency of the review process.
Requirements7
- 1Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 28+ years of legal experience in energy regulatory, power, infrastructure, project development, or a related legal practice area.
- 3Direct, hands-on experience with PJM interconnection processes—including generator interconnection requests, queue participation, site control, readiness requirements, or interconnection agreement workflows.
- 4Strong working knowledge of FERC-regulated transmission and generation interconnection frameworks.
- 5Experience reviewing legal, regulatory, land, permitting, or project development documentation for energy infrastructure projects.
- 6Ability to provide practical legal judgment in a structured review environment without requiring extensive supervision.
- 7East Coast–based or substantial experience with East Coast/PJM-region energy infrastructure matters.
Who Should Apply
This role is perfect for an experienced energy attorney who thrives on complex regulatory work and wants to apply their expertise in a novel way—training AI systems. You’re comfortable working independently with minimal supervision, have deep familiarity with PJM and FERC frameworks, and are looking for a flexible, part-time contract that lets you control your schedule. No prior AI experience is needed—your domain knowledge is what matters.
Salary Insight
The role offers an hourly rate of $100–$135/hour, with flexible hours you set yourself.
Required Skills
Application Tip
Emphasize specific PJM interconnection projects you've led or contributed to, particularly any involving queue filings, site control evidence, or permitting. A brief example of a complex issue you resolved can set your application apart.
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