Overview In this role you help ensure Consumers Energy meets NERC and other regulatory standards through program management and process improvements. You work with business partners to interpret regulations, develop standard procedures, and monitor compliance programs. You will engage in industry discussions to influence standards and lead continuous improvement projects. This is a hybrid role with location flexibility across Michigan and a focus on safeguarding reliable, affordable energy delivery.
Compensation / Benefits- Competitive compensation packages
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- 401k with company match
- Paid parental leave
- Up to 13 paid Holidays
- Paid time off
Responsibilities- Interpret and assess adherence to NERC standards across business units
- Develop procedures to define standard work for NERC requirements
- Lead and participate in compliance improvement projects
- Monitor regulatory alerts and inquiries related to company programs
- Review compliance evidence for accuracy and regulatory adherence
- Develop action plans to meet regulatory objectives within deadlines
- Identify gaps and implement risk controls and process improvements
- Engage in discussions to influence standards development and modifications
Key requirements- Experience in compliance, risk management, auditing within a utility context
- Strong ability to analyze and organize technical data
- Effective written and verbal communication for regulatory processes
- Familiarity with regulatory laws and energy industry structure
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and time-sensitive matters
- Experience with cross-functional program management
- Background in operation, design, or repair of transmission and distribution electrical systems (for T&E and Operations)
- Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combinations per alternative education paths
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Detail-oriented and proactive problem-solving
- Knowledge of NERC standards
- Regulatory compliance and risk assessment
- Data analysis and process improvement
