Operational Compliance Lead

IPX Power, a clean energy company, develops, owns, and operates some of the world’s largest energy resources, delivering affordable, reliable power to utilities and other customers. We are in a rapid growth phase with 4.3 GW of solar PV and 8.8 GWh of battery storage in construction or operation, with more projects under various stages of development. IPX is a profitable, well capitalized, independent power producer that has delivered billions of dollars of industrial-scale clean energy infrastructure. The company was recently formed as a spin-out of Intersect, as a result of their recent acquisition by Google. IPX is supported by long-standing existing investors TPG Rise Climate, Climate Adaptive Infrastructure, and Greenbelt Capital Partners. IPX is rooted in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and operational excellence. We are building and operating billions of dollars in assets and seeking people eager to develop, build, and operate one of the world’s largest renewables and storage portfolios.

About This Position
This role will be responsible for developing and continuously improving IPX Power’s Operational Compliance Program with a primary focus on NERC Operations and Planning (O&P) requirements for Generator Owner (GO), complemented by NERC CIP Low Impact responsibilities and ISO operational compliance for CAISO and ERCOT. Time allocation: ~60% NERC O&P (GO/GOP); ~15% NERC CIP; ~15% ISO operational compliance (CAISO and ERCOT), ~10% additional administrative tasks. This position will work closely with Operational Technology, IT, Operations, Asset Management, Engineering, Legal, and other partners to proactively develop and maintain auditable compliance processes, identify upcoming requirements, manage cross functional implementation, and provide robust reporting to IPX and applicable regulatory bodies. This position is a key contributing role to the Operations Team and will report to the Head of Operational Compliance.

Overview of Department
The current operations team consists of operations, asset management, and compliance professionals with over 4GW of operational experience. The operations team works closely with the Development and Construction teams to bring IPX Power’s pipeline from concept to operations remaining involved throughout the project lifecycle. The IPX Power operations team is expanding to support the growing fleet moving into operations in the near term.

Responsibilities and Duties
•    Provide leadership and guidance for NERC O&P compliance activities (GO) covering standards applicable to renewable utility scale PV/BESS plants—including EOP, FAC, MOD, PRC etc., —ensuring auditable procedures, evidence, and internal controls are established and maintained. 
•    Assist with GO O&P program execution: manage PRC maintenance/testing programs (e.g., Protection System and UFLS where applicable), coordinate relay/AVR setting validation (e.g., PRC 019/PRC 029), oversee model data and validations (e.g., MOD 026/MOD 027), and implement voltage/VAR schedule and communications protocol compliance (e.g., VAR 002/COM 002)
•    Support NERC CIP obligations applicable to BES Cyber Systems at renewable sites: system classification (CIP 002), governance and policy (CIP 003), cyber security incident response, transient cyber asset management, electronic access controls, and physical security controls (CIP-003).
•    Monitor existing and new compliance requirements, identify potential impact to compliance program, and communicate any impacts and support technical SMEs during implementation of existing, revised, or new requirements.
•    Lead and support regulatory filings and submissions (e.g., NERC/Regional filings, self reports, periodic attestations, ISO, and PUC compliance submissions) including coordination with outside counsel, consultants, internal SMEs, and project personnel.
•    Partner with all levels of cross-functional teams and subject matter experts throughout the organization to analyze, recommend and support compliance implementation, understanding, and corrective action efforts, as needed.
•    Design and manage internal assessments, evaluate compliance, investigate potential noncompliance violations, document these in accordance with regulatory norms and industry good practices, and design appropriate corrective actions and mitigation plans to address identified internal control weaknesses and compliance evidence deficiencies.
•    Develop and deliver training for plant staff and other ops personnel covering applicable O&P and CIP requirements, communications protocols, abnormal/emergency operations, and evidence expectations.
•    Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with regulators (NERC/Regional Entities), Reliability Coordinators, ISOs, internal teams, and third party service providers (O&M, OEMs, SCADA/EMS vendors)
•    Direct the development and collection of all Reliability Standard Audit Worksheets (RSAWs) and supporting evidence; manage the internal audit preparation process, including mock audits and subject matter expert (SME) training, to ensure a defensible compliance posture during active regional entity audits.
•    Support compliance onboarding of new renewable assets during construction and commissioning, ensuring GO O&P and CIP requirements are designed in and evidence is captured at turnover.
•    Actively participate in industry organizations, conferences, workshops, and forums regarding internal controls, IBR (inverter based resource) considerations, and evolving standards and requirements

Qualifications and Skills
•    Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or similar discipline or related work experience
•    5+ years of work experience in NERC compliance and the electric regulatory industry; examples include Engineering and compliance departments, federal or state regulatory role(s)
•    Familiarity with NERC O&P and CIP Reliability Standards and Requirements, ERCOT and CAISO, CPUC and PUCT
•    Previous experience leading, mentoring, or directly managing a team of compliance professionals is a plus.
•    Highly organized
•    Attention to detail.
•    Project management skills
•    Ability to collaborate across teams.
•    Strong written and verbal communication abilities
•    Able to thrive in a remote environment.

Total Rewards

We care about your well-being, growth, and balance. Here’s how we support you:

Compensation: USD $170,000- $190,000 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus)

Health & Wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision

Time to Recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)

Family Support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot and Maven

Mental Health: Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+

Retirement: 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track

Perks & Extras: $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup and free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical

Ready to take ownership of critical clean energy assets and help drive reliable performance? Apply now and play a key role in powering the transition to renewable energy.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

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