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Skills: Regulatory Advocacy, Policy Development, Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), ERCOT Market Knowledge, Regulatory Filing
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Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We …
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home compan…
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home compan…
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home compan…
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home compan…
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We …
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home compan…
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home compan…
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We …
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home compan…
As an NRG employee, we encourage you to take charge of your career and development journey. We invite you to explore exciting opportunities across our businesses. You’ll find that our dynamic work environment provides va…
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home compan…
Provide regulatory coverage and advocacy at the PUCT and ERCOT to support NRG's wholesale and retail businesses in Texas. Develop regulatory policies, prepare filings, and collaborate with senior management and industry peers to influence policy changes.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree (engineering preferred) and at least 5 years of experience in ERCOT competitive markets. Must have existing relationships with regulatory agencies in Austin and a proven history of drafting regulatory comments.
Full job description
As an NRG employee, we encourage you to take charge of your career and development journey. We invite you to explore exciting opportunities across our businesses. You’ll find that our dynamic work environment provides variety and challenge. Your growth is key to our ongoing success—take the lead in shaping your career development, goals and future!
Job Overview:
Provide coverage and advocacy of regulatory matters at the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), ERCOT, and other relevant regulatory agencies in support of NRG’s wholesale and retail businesses in Texas. Develop and implement regulatory policy as part of an integrated team of regulatory affairs and governmental affairs professionals. The candidate must have knowledge of the electric power industry in Texas with emphasis on the ERCOT competitive wholesale and retail markets. The candidate must have existing relationships in the electric industry and with regulatory agencies in Austin. The candidate must also have a proven history of excellence in drafting comments and publicly advocating for wholesale and retail matters.
Responsibilities:
The candidate will be involved in regulatory matters covering the breadth of NRG’s businesses primarily at ERCOT but also the PUCT.
Effectively advocate company positions in the ERCOT stakeholder process and to regulatory agencies in support of policies consistent with NRG's business goals and the competitive market.
Assist in the preparation, review, and coordination of regulatory filings at ERCOT and the PUCT.
Track and analyze relevant regulatory policy changes and activity at ERCOT and the PUCT.
Study and gauge the impact of proposed regulatory policy changes on NRG in coordination with NRG business personnel.
Prepare updates, reports, and summaries that accurately reflect activity at regulatory agencies relevant to NRG.
Effectively communicate with key members of regulatory agencies on opportunities for enhancement or merits of specific policy changes to influence approval, amendment, or rejection in support of NRG's interests.
Interact with senior management across the company to communicate regulatory activity and develop regulatory strategies.
Work with industry peers and market participants to develop consensus solutions on complex policy issues.
Provide advice to management and project teams across NRG on regulatory requirements necessary to support business transactions and activity in compliance with PUCT rules.
Work with NRG’s communications group on media interface.
Assist with tracking and analysis of legislative activity.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected to be performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned. The ideal candidate will have some substantive experience in as many of the areas of work described above as possible.
Qualifications:
Prior regulatory experience in the ERCOT stakeholder process and at the PUCT. In-depth knowledge of ERCOT competitive wholesale and retail markets.
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant disciple. Engineering preferred.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in the ERCOT competitive markets for a company that participates in the ERCOT competitive market.
Ability to work both independently and as a team member; ability to set priorities and to respond to changing demands from multiple sources.
Willingness and ability to develop skills in new areas.
Demonstrated proficiency in a variety of relevant areas including: communication skills (verbal and written); project management skills; negotiation skills; the ability to provide a high level of client service and to do excellent work under difficult time pressures and deadlines.
Ability to travel up to 25%, if necessary.
Position will be located in Austin, Texas.
NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability.
Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
Why NRG is a great place to work:
Great company culture!! Voted as a BEST employer by Forbes
A competitive total compensation package, including annual incentive and/or commission
Stock Purchase Plan
Benefits on the first day of employment - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short Term Disability, Wellness program, etc.
Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance
401 (k) plan to help save for retirement
Generous PTO plan, plus 8 company holidays, and 3 floating holidays
Numerous discounts, including electricity discounts on NRG brands
We support the use of AI tools to help you prepare for your interview (e.g., practicing responses, researching the role, or refining your resume). However, during interviews and assessments, we expect responses to reflect your own thinking, experience, and communication. Use of AI to generate or read answers in real time, complete assessments, or misrepresent your qualifications is not permitted and may impact your candidacy.
NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
Official description on file with Talent.
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ERCOTPUCTRegulatory AffairsWholesale Energy MarketRetail Energy MarketPublic Utility CommissionEnergy PolicyRegulatory FilingsStakeholder ProcessTexas Electric Power IndustryComplianceLegislative Tracking
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Learn more at vivint.com.
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Vivint, an NRG company, is the only smart home provider that brings security, energy management, and automation together in a single, integrated system—all controlled from one app.
From smart cameras and sensors to thermostats, lighting, and more, Vivint delivers a fully connected experience that gives customers greater control of their smart homes, anytime, from anywhere. Every system includes professional installation and personalized setup from Vivint home experts, plus award-winning 24/7 customer support and monitoring.
With a focus on innovation, customer experience, and sustainable energy use, Vivint helps over two million customers manage their homes simply, securely, and efficiently. As part of NRG, Vivint also supports renewable energy solutions for a more sustainable future.
Learn more at vivint.com.
Offices: 3401 Ashton Blvd, Lehi, Utah 84043, US · 4931 N. 300 W., Provo, UT 84604, US · 101 Seaport Blvd, Seventh Floor, Boston, Massachusetts 02210, US
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