FERC and Energy Markets Compliance Mgr

BHE Renewables delivers sustainable energy solutions for customers and communities. We own, operate and develop wind, solar, geothermal, hydroelectric and natural gas projects in 11 U.S. states. The power generated is sold into energy markets or directly to customers through long-term purchase agreements.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, BHE Renewables is an innovative and growing company with new offices in Phoenix and San Diego. Our 50/50 joint venture with Occidental Petroleum has led to a demonstration project showing how Terra Lithium technology is used to extract lithium from the brine presently flowing through our geothermal plants in Imperial Valley, CA.

Our CHAMPION culture drives our success by fostering high expectations, ownership and continuous improvement within a respectful and inclusive team environment. Through the CHAMPION mindset, we focus on the fundamentals - preparation, planning and attention to detail - holding ourselves accountable to do simple better. Alongside this, the BHE Renewables CARES program encourages employee volunteerism and invests in our communities, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and collaboration, making us stronger together.

BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. BHE Renewables has an exciting career opportunity available. Take the next step in your career and apply now!

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration or a related field or equivalent work experience. (Typically, six years of related progressive work experience would be required of those who do not have a bachelor's degree.)

At least 7 or more years of energy industry experience; energy markets compliance strongly preferred, internal audit, or audit with operations emphasis experience a plus.

Strong understanding of electric industry with emphasis on energy marketing and scheduling. Advanced knowledge of state and federal regulatory requirements governing energy markets, RTOs, ISOs and scheduling activities, and FERC-regulated wholesale markets.

Demonstrated knowledge of audit principles and compliance management processes, various regional market fundamentals, market participants, trading and scheduling practices and regulatory analysis related to market participation and scheduling coordinator activities.

Demonstrated experience managing compliance functions (e.g., development and implementation of policies and procedures, training, monitoring, investigations, etc.) required.

Experience with the FERC's Office of Enforcement and their views on market manipulation and market behavior concerns a plus.

Knowledge of the NERC reliability standards with the ability to interpret these standards to assist other areas of the company with the compliance efforts, prefered.

Ability to simultaneously complete multiple projects while managing tight deadlines.

Excellent decision making, presentation and organizational skills.

Ability to define and set priorities, follow through and respond to changes with minimal supervision.

Effective interpersonal communication skills, oral and written, with ability to work as a team member/leader with a variety of individuals and personalities both internal and external to the organization, as well as from differing backgrounds and experience levels.

Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes, with the ability to identify and resolve complex and sensitive regulatory issues.

Proactively analyzes and recommends policy and procedural changes based on applicable existing market rules, regulations,…