Power Regulatory Compliance Manager

Applied Digital; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Digital is seeking a mid-level Power Regulatory Compliance Manager to join our Energy Strategy organization. This role will lead evaluation, monitoring, and compliance with evolving regulatory structures impacting energy supply for data center projects.

The ideal candidate will drive across the full project lifecycle, coordinating with engineering, operations, legal, finance, and regulatory teams. The position reports to the VP Energy Strategy and sits at the center of governance and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in regulatory management with electric utilities, consulting firms, or large loads.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business-related field, or equivalent on-the-job experience.
• Experience interfacing with wholesale power market RTOs/ISOs and their regulatory processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with regulatory bodies including NERC, FERC, and RTO/ISOs.
• Identify and track compliance with regulations for computational loads and energy supply.
• Manage regulatory filings, approvals, and compliance reporting.
• Interface with project teams and third-party consultants to support schedules and obligations.
• Drive execution, risk management, and project progress once requirements are defined.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Power Regulatory Compliance Manager

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Employment Status: Exempt

Primary Location: Remote (with up to 30% travel)

About Applied Digital:

At Applied Digital, we are the epicenter of AI innovation, crafting cutting‑edge data center solutions tailored for the demands of high‑performance computing. Designed from the ground up to support AI and machine learning workloads, our infrastructure is the backbone of tomorrow’s technological advancements, including AI‑driven video and generative platforms.

We are:

• Forward‑Thinkers: With a keen eye on current market trends and future innovations, we adapt swiftly and lead technological evolution.
• Resilient: We navigate complex challenges and emerge stronger, delivering robust and reliable solutions for industry pioneers.
• Innovative Designers: Leveraging the latest technologies, we create visionary solutions that redefine industry standards.

At Applied Digital, we are committed to solving intricate problems, advancing business initiatives, maximizing operational efficiency, and reducing our carbon footprint. We are a team of resilient, forward‑thinking innovators driving the AI revolution.

Position Summary:

Applied Digital is seeking a mid‑level Power Regulatory Compliance Manager to join our growing Energy Strategy organization. This role will manage the evaluation, monitoring and compliance with the evolving regulatory structures impacting high computational loads and related energy supply to Applied Digital’s data center projects.

The ideal candidate will be a self‑sufficient project manager who can contribute across the full project lifecycle, integrate with cross functional teams to drive project delivery, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver high‑quality insights aligned with business objectives.

This role is execution‑focused and sits at the center of utility, regulatory, and contractual coordination and reports to the VP Energy Strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day coordination with various regulatory bodies including NERC, FERC, RTO/ISO (e.g., MISO, PJM), electric utilities hosting Applied projects, and state regulators across projects.
• Identify, track and ensure compliance with regulations concerning computational load and their energy supply related matters.
• Participate as a stakeholder in various agency rule‑making processes and with associated trade group initiatives in shaping regulatory constructs.
• Manage company regulatory filings, approvals, and compliance reporting.
• Engage and manage related consultants and other third party support required for compliance management.
• Serve as the subject matter knowledge base within the company and interface with project development, operations, legal, finance, and regulatory counterparties to support project schedules, milestones, and adherence to regulatory obligations.
• Focus on execution, risk identification and management, and keeping projects moving once regulatory requirements are defined.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with electric utilities, consulting firms, independent power producers or large loads in a regulatory management role, implementing and managing compliance programs.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business‑related field (accounting, finance, management), or equivalent on‑the‑job experience.
• Experience interfacing with wholesale power market RTOs/ISOs and their regulatory processes, as well as the evolving reliability requirements for large computational loads.
• Basic understanding of transmission grid operations and power generation technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data center computational loads is a plus.
• Knowledge of RTO and ISO constructs across various US regions.
• Prior NERC related experience is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of applications.
• Knowledgeable in electrical load and/or generation interconnection processes
• Experience in gas supply arrangements also a plus.

Please note that Applied Digital is currently unable to sponsor new applicants for employment authorization or provide immigration‑related support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, visa categories such as H‑1B, F‑1 OPT, F‑1 STEM OPT, F‑1 CPT, J‑1, TN, E‑2, E‑3, L‑1, O‑1, and any Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) or other work authorizations that require employer sponsorship.

• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication to document project essentials.
• Collaboration: Ability to work closely with team members, supervisors, and cross‑functional partners.
• Adaptability: Flexible in responding to changes in process, tools, and environment.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through with minimal supervision.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains thorough and accurate logs, inspections, records, and documentation.
• Time Management: Manages time effectively to meet performance expectations and service levels.
• Integrity: Adheres to company policies, safety protocols, and professional ethics always.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Recommends and supports efficiency, safety, and system innovations.
• Documentation Discipline: Maintains clear, consistent records for operational continuity and compliance.
• Security Compliance: Maintains awareness of data center physical and logical security expectations.
• Digital Literacy: Uses productivity tools (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Excel, ticketing systems) for communication and documentation in office or hybrid settings.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to remain in a seated position for an extended period and to lift and carry up to 15 lbs. (office manuals, case notebooks, case files, case materials, standard boxes, report binders, etc.) as needed.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents acknowledge that they possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.