New Mexico Public Regulation Commission · 2 days ago
Engineer Policy Advisor (GOVEX)
Santa Fe, NM
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$96K/yr - $128K/yr
1+ years expThe New Mexico Public Regulation Commission is seeking an Engineer Policy Advisor to conduct economic research and provide policy advice on utility filings. This role involves collaboration with Commissioners and various offices to influence Commission rulemakings and decisions.
Government Administration
Hiring Manager
Sarah McDaniel Valencia
Responsibilities
Conduct research and analysis on engineering, transmission and interconnection, and regulatory issues
Assist the Commission with rulemakings on a variety of policy issues
Collaborate with advisory staff and Commissioners on matters of policy and on open dockets
Interface with PRC staff, parties to proceedings, and the public as appropriate
Serve on internal PRC committees
Assist the Commissioners with other matters as needed
Serve as a proxy for Commissioners and or the Director of OTAP in regional transmission organization meetings or working groups related to FERC Order 1920 (as needed)
May be involved in the development of regional transmission and reliability issues
Monitors and participates in organizations such as DOE, FERC, WECC, NERC, CREPC, and WIEB
Qualification
Required
Excellent research / analytical skills, as well as written and verbal communication skills
Experience creating and using spreadsheet financial models
Ability to learn to use utility rate design spreadsheet models (cost-of-service, etc.)
Ability to apply economic concepts to electric and gas utility rate design, and suggest rate designs that would lead to reduced costs and greater efficiencies
Facility with cost/benefit analyses, and the ability to apply them to proposed utility projects
Knowledge of statistics and ability to perform statistical analyses
Analytical experience in energy/utility matters, or a keen interest in the subject area
Ability to work independently and maintain positive interactions with PRC Commissioners and Staff
Candidates must have either: a PhD in a relevant discipline (engineering, economics, business administration, accounting, public policy), a master's degree and at least one year of experience in the energy industry, utility regulation, or public administration, or a bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience in the energy industry, utility regulation, and/or public administration
Benefits
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Company
New Mexico Public Regulation Commission
We serve New Mexico by ensuring safe operations and reliable utility services at fair, just, and reasonable rates consistent with the State’s legal, economic, environmental, and social policies.
51-200 employees
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