Atlas Oil Company · 4 months ago
EPA Compliance Analyst - Energy Trading
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expAtlas Oil Company is focused on energy trading and compliance with environmental regulations. The EPA Compliance Analyst will ensure that the company's energy trading operations comply with EPA regulations and oversee duty drawback programs related to fuel products.
Energy
Responsibilities
Ensure full compliance with EPA regulations impacting energy trading, including:
Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS1/RFS2)
Tier 3 Gasoline Sulfur Standards
Reformulated Gasoline (RFG) and Conventional Gasoline rules
Oversee the lifecycle of Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs), including generation, trading, and retirement, in alignment with Obligated Party requirements
Prepare and submit timely and accurate EPA filings, including:
Moderated Transaction System (EMTS) reports
Fuel program batch reports
Monitor and manage environmental credit positions (RINs, LCFS, RECs, Sulfur & Benzene credits) to ensure compliance and support trading strategy
Provide market insights and regulatory guidance on credit pricing, position strategy, and evolving EPA policies
Collaborate with traders and risk managers to ensure environmental instruments are acquired and reported in accordance with compliance standards
Maintain comprehensive documentation to support EPA audits, third-party attestations, and engineering verifications
Identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks related to blending, importing, and reporting of fuels
Manage and oversee duty drawback filings for eligible imports and exports of fuel products, ensuring accuracy and alignment with CBP regulations
Develop internal systems to track drawback-eligible transactions, coordinate with brokers, and recover maximum allowable refunds
Serve as a key liaison between compliance, trading, scheduling, terminal operations, logistics, and legal teams
Interface directly with the EPA, CBP, and applicable state agencies on filings, audits, inquiries, and enforcement actions
Coordinate with customs brokers and tax recovery teams to ensure accurate and timely filing of drawback claims
Deliver training and guidance to internal teams on EPA regulations, duty drawback opportunities, policy updates, and internal procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Business, Legal Studies, or a related field
Minimum of 3 years' experience in environmental compliance, fuel blending, or energy trading with a focus on EPA regulatory programs
In-depth knowledge of RFS compliance, RIN markets, and the EPA's EMTS platform
Strong working knowledge of EPA fuel and emissions programs, GHG reporting, credit markets, and U.S. customs regulations
Proficiency with compliance platforms such as EMTS, CARB LRT, and internal fuel tracking systems
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage complex regulatory workflows across cross-functional teams under time-sensitive conditions
High attention to detail and sound judgment in interpreting regulatory language and compliance obligations
Proficient in navigating and utilizing ETRM systems for trade capture, with a strong preference for experience in Right Angle
Preferred
Advanced degree or relevant certifications (MBA, CTPAT, Customs Broker License) strongly preferred
Experience with U.S. customs and duty drawback programs (e.g., manufacturing, substitution, or direct identification) strongly preferred
Prior experience with state programs such as CARB LCFS is a plus
Familiarity with duty drawback software or customs management platforms (e.g., Descartes, Integration Point) is a plus
Company
Atlas Oil Company
Headquartered in Houston, TX, Atlas Oil has been a national leader in fuel supply and logistics since 1985.
201-500 employees
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Jim Caffrey
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