Environmental Engineer at Geosyntec managing compliance projects and mentoring professionals. Overseeing environmental audits and ensuring regulatory compliance in engineering consulting.
About the role
- Director of Regulatory Affairs leading engagement in ERCOT and SPP wholesale markets. Managing regulatory strategies and influencing outcomes on market design and policy issues.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support the company’s engagement in ERCOT and SPP wholesale electricity markets by contributing to regional market strategy and coordinating efforts aligned with RWE’s growth, development, and asset optimization objectives
- Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to the Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs Wholesale Markets, providing forward‑looking counsel on wholesale market design, transmission policy, and regulatory strategy
- Proactively identify, monitor, and communicate federal and state regulatory initiatives in ERCOT and SPP with potential commercial impact to RWE’s development and operating portfolio
- Analyze and synthesize complex market rulemakings, transmission planning reforms, and cost allocation proceedings; assess commercial risks and opportunities; and brief executive leadership with clear strategic recommendations
- Actively participate in ERCOT and SPP stakeholder processes and state regulatory proceedings, including drafting comments, developing testimony, coordinating expert support, and advocating RWE’s positions in formal and informal forums
- Partner with internal commercial, development, transmission, operations, and interconnection teams to align regulatory strategy with RWE’s policy positions and business objectives
- Represent RWE in stakeholder processes and meetings in ERCOT and SPP
- Engage with regional and state regulatory agencies, including the ERCOT, SPP, and state public utility commissions, on wholesale market design, transmission planning, and cost allocation matters
- Actively participate in ISO/RTO committees, industry trade associations and stakeholder coalitions to advance aligned policy positions and influence market outcomes
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, regulators, peers, and grid operators
- Work effectively within a matrixed, cross-functional environment, contributing subject-matter expertise to market and regulatory initiatives
- Coordinate with external advisors and consultants to advance strategic priorities effectively and efficiently
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, Policy, or other relevant areas. Advanced degree preferred
- Minimum of eight years of demonstrated experience within U.S. organized wholesale electric power markets, including experience working with cross-functional teams
- Demonstrated experience in ISO/RTO stakeholder processes and regulatory proceedings, with a proven ability to guide teams, and influence outcomes
- Proven ability to influence regulatory outcomes and manage complex, multistakeholder initiatives
- Experience working in a matrixed organization supporting commercial or operational decision-making
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving regulatory environment
- Adaptable to working in a cross-functional matrixed environment interacting with internal resources, external consultants, and trade organizations
- Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage internal and external customer relationships in person and remotely
- Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
- Strong leadership, written and verbal communication, stakeholder engagement, and negotiation skills
- Strong organization skills and detailed oriented ability to multi-task, while working independently and as part of a team
- Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
- Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable
- Deep understanding of U.S. wholesale power markets, transmission planning, and regulatory frameworks
- Strong strategic thinking and business judgment, with the ability to connect regulatory outcomes to commercial impact
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- EAP
- Education Assistance
- Parental Leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- short-term incentives
Job title
Job type
Experience level
Salary
Not specified
Degree requirement
Location requirements
Junior Consultant supporting security and compliance projects for SMEs in Germany. Collaborating on NIS2, ISO 27001, and TISAX with structured guidance and clear responsibilities.
Senior regulatory reporting specialist for investment bank, building MiFID II and EMIR reporting functions from ground up with senior stakeholders.
Senior Director providing strategic leadership for U.S. wholesale electricity markets. Managing teams and regulatory strategy to enhance utility - scale project development.
Apprentice Regulatory Compliance Officer supporting compliance for Yara's product registrations. Collaborating with internal teams and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards in the UK.
Regulatory Affairs Officer ensuring compliance for Yara's agricultural products. Supporting global product registrations and liaising with regulatory teams and suppliers.
Risk & Compliance Officer assisting in risk management and compliance within Arthur Cox LLP. Engaging with legal and business support to uphold regulatory standards and protect firm’s reputation.
Vice President leading Government, Regulatory and Public Affairs at Modivcare. Overseeing advocacy, lobbying, and strategic engagement with public policy stakeholders.
Compliance Advisor for Global Sanctions supporting Fidelity’s enterprise Global Sanctions program. Responsibilities include alert management, investigations, and technology support.
Compliance Specialist & MLRO leading AML/CFT, risk management, and regulatory compliance for dLocal in Indonesia. Join an international team to impact emerging markets.