Senior Regulatory Analyst

3001 TC USA Services Inc; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible dress code

Job summary

TC Energy in Houston seeks a Senior Regulatory Analyst to advance commercial and regulatory strategies for US natural gas assets. You will lead regulatory filings, engage with regulators and stakeholders, and guide projects from concept to in-service.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams to optimize permitting, filings, and project timelines. The position requires 8–10+ years in the energy sector, strong analytical and communication skills, and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, environmental science, law.
• 8–10+ years of relevant experience in natural gas or energy infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulatory frameworks governing pipelines and storage.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to support deployment of USNG capital projects.
• Evaluate capital projects to determine regulatory requirements for commercialization, construction, operation, and abandonment.
• Prepare recurring reports related to system capacity, contracting, design, construction, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor regulatory trends and industry developments relevant to USNG assets and commercial strategy.
• Support open seasons, service agreements, and permitting activities.

Skills

Regulatory strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory filings

FERC regulations

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, environmental science, or law

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Regulatory Analyst# TC Energy## Senior Regulatory AnalystApply: Houston Office TC Energy Center: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 18, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR-11295**At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs.** Guided by our values of *safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning*, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability. Join us. Connect to what matters. **The Opportunity**TC Energy is seeking a motivated, high‐performing Senior Regulatory Analyst to support the continued growth and safe operation of our U.S. Natural Gas (USNG) business. Reporting to the Director, Certificates, this role plays a critical part in advancing commercial and regulatory strategies for our U.S. natural gas pipeline and storage assets.As a Senior Regulatory Analyst, you will play a key role in advancing TC Energy’s capital projects across our growth and operations & maintenance portfolios. In this position, you will lead the development and execution of commercial and regulatory strategies, ensuring projects move efficiently from concept to in-service. You will prepare, coordinate, and manage regulatory filings with federal and state agencies; guide internal teams through complex regulatory and commercial processes; and support the development of commercial agreements, open seasons, and stakeholder engagement plans.You will collaborate closely with project teams, commercial functions, technical experts, and legal and regulatory specialists to identify requirements, evaluate risks, and develop strategies that support safe, timely, and cost-effective project execution. You will also engage directly with customers, regulators, community representatives, and other external stakeholders to support project planning and execution. In addition, you will monitor industry, regulatory, and policy trends—such as market dynamics, permitting frameworks, and emerging energy solutions—to provide insights that help shape TC Energy’s strategy and ensure our assets remain competitive, reliable, and aligned with long-term business objectives.**What you’ll do*** Partner with cross‐functional teams to support deployment of all USNG capital projects across growth and O&M programs* Evaluate capital projects to determine commercial and regulatory requirements for the commercialization, construction, operation, maintenance, and abandonment of pipeline and storage assets* Support development of open seasons, precedent agreements, service agreements, customer communication materials, and federal/state permitting activities* Prepare recurring reports for jurisdictional business units and projects related to system capacity, contracting, design, construction, and regulatory compliance* Monitor industry developments and regulatory trends relevant to TC Energy’s USNG assets and commercial strategy* Support special projects, including research, analysis, presentations, training, and cross‐functional initiatives* Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation within the Commercial organization.**Minimum Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, environmental science, law, or a related discipline* 8-10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in the natural gas or broader energy infrastructure industry.**Preferred Qualifications** * Demonstrated success developing and executing commercial, regulatory, or project strategies for capital projects* In‐depth knowledge of federal and state regulatory frameworks governing natural gas pipelines and storage, particularly FERC‐regulated interstate facilities* Strong understanding of the natural gas sector, including regulatory requirements and their commercial implications* Experience interacting with customers, regulatory agencies, elected officials, consultants, and industry organizations* Strong analytical, critical‐thinking, and problem‐solving skills with the ability to assess complex projects and identify innovative solutions* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences* Highly adaptable, self‐driven, and comfortable navigating shifting business priorities and industry trends. To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid **About our business** We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. For over 75 years, we have proudly connected the world to the energy it needs. Every day, we move more than 30 per cent of the natural gas used across the continent and connect LNG exports to global markets, powering communities and industries. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure delivers affordable, reliable and sustainable energy across North America. Our field operations span seven Canadian provinces, 34 U.S. states and seven Mexican states. Together, we strengthen the connections that deliver the energy the world relies on-every day. TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at [e-mail] for support. All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.