Associate, Regulatory Affairs

Job description

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window. Job Description Position Overview The Associate or Senior Associate, Regulatory Affairs will report to the Director of Regulatory Affairs-ERCOT. They will support the regulatory team in representing Invenergy before state and federal economic regulators, transmission service providers, regional transmission organizations/independent system operators, and state and regional trade associations on behalf of Invenergy's operating assets as well as its pipeline of development projects. This individual will assist senior regulatory staff in the development, advocacy, implementation and monitoring of market rules as they apply to the construction, interconnection, and operation of generation, transmission and battery storage projects. The position will be based out of Invenergy’s Denver or Portland office. Responsibilities Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs team members in the Western region, ERCOT, and across regions, as well as other internal departments such as development, asset management, legal, transmission, interconnection and origination functions. Engage with external consultants. Build relationships with and lobby external stakeholders as appropriate. Potential to engage with state agencies (PUC, etc) in the West and Texas building relationships with key stakeholders. Assist in development, advocacy and implementation efforts on policy changes that will further the competitive position of the company. Assist in data collection for market registration, project participation in energy and capacity markets. Collaborate with peer companies on issue-focused topics. Monitor and/or participate in relevant federal, state and RTO/ISO meetings and hearings and trade association meetings. Assist in the provision of real-time, weekly, and quarterly updates to internal business groups. Develop and deliver written and/or oral internal presentations on relevant regulatory updates. Assist in preparing annual budgets for trade organizations, consultants, etc. Minimum Qualifications: BS or BA in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Law, Political Science, Finance, or Environmental Policy 3+ years relevant experience. Travel Required, approximately 20-25%. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with firm deadlines. Strong organizational skills, able to manage competing priorities and projects Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Degree such as a Master’s in Economics, Engineering, Environmental Policy, or a law degree. Knowledge of organized power markets. Knowledge of FERC and NERC standards related to transmission and interconnections, including Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT). Base knowledge of electricity market and auction rules (day ahead, real time, capacity, ancillary services, etc.). Base Pay $93,000.00 - 113,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 20% - 30% The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc. Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.