Senior FERC Regulatory Specialist (Hydropower)

TL;DR

Senior FERC Regulatory Specialist (Hydropower): Managing federal, state, and local permitting and licensing efforts for dam and hydropower projects with an accent on regulatory strategy, agency coordination, and technical documentation. Focus on managing FERC relicensing, ensuring post-license compliance, and directing multidisciplinary project teams.

Location: Must be based in the US

Salary: $172,500–$207,000 per year

Company

Medium-sized consulting and engineering company focused on energy, infrastructure, and water resource projects.

What you will do

• Support and manage FERC relicensing, license amendments, and dam removal permitting.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams from initiation through closeout.
• Prepare permit applications, technical reports, and annual compliance filings.
• Liaise with federal, state, and local agencies including FERC and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
• Schedule and lead agency, stakeholder, and public meetings.
• Mentor junior staff to promote knowledge sharing and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in dam, hydropower, or environmental permitting.
• Demonstrated expertise with FERC licensing and compliance.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (E-Verify).
• Proficiency in technical writing and analyzing government regulations.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for project needs.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting NEPA, ESA, Section 401/404 permitting, or Section 106 consultation.
• Knowledge of FERC Integrated Licensing Process (ILP), Traditional Licensing Process (TLP), or ALP.
• Experience with dam rehabilitation or other energy infrastructure projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements: remote, in-office, or hybrid.
• 4 weeks of paid vacation from the start date plus 10 paid holidays.
• Generous benefits package and eligibility for bonuses.
• Support for annual career-related training and professional development.
• Company-funded travel for remote employees to attend in-person team events.