Summary

As the Biofuels Regulatory Program Specialist, you will support the corporate carbon reduction strategy for state and federal biofuel regulatory programs. This includes compliance activities for the federal Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS), state specific Low Carbon Fuel Standards (LCFS), and international renewable energy standards. You will seek out new low carbon opportunities from federal, state, and international biofuel program incentives, develop economic and carbon scoring models to gauge financial impact, and create programs to ensure full compliance once commercialized. You will engage with a cross section of the POET business network and support communication between POET and applicable regulatory agencies.

Job description

Job Summary & Responsibilities

As the Biofuels Regulatory Program Specialist, you will support the corporate carbon reduction strategy for state and federal biofuel regulatory programs. This includes compliance activities for the federal Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS), state specific Low Carbon Fuel Standards (LCFS), and international renewable energy standards. You will seek out new low carbon opportunities from federal, state, and international biofuel program incentives, develop economic and carbon scoring models to gauge financial impact, and create programs to ensure full compliance once commercialized. You will engage with a cross section of the POET business network and support communication between POET and applicable regulatory agencies.

Regularly survey federal, state, and international biofuels programs for opportunities to implement carbon intensity reduction strategies.
Support bioprocessing facilities regarding their participation in federal, state, and international biofuel programs (e.g. EPA RFS, California's LCFS, EU Renewable Energy Directive, Inflation Reduction Act).
Understand regulations associated with federal, state, and international biofuels programs.
Perform extensive and detailed carbon intensity modeling using various Greenhouse Gas models.
Establish economic models to assess and predict the financial impacts of implementing carbon intensity reduction strategies at bioprocessing facilities.
Support independent third-party auditors used for biofuels program oversight.

Qualifications & Skills

1+ year of experience in any compliance, financial analysis, or engineering field.
Bachelor's degree in Science, Mathematics, or Engineering is required.
Knowledge of statistical analysis and modeling.
Enjoy working on high profile initiatives in a cross functional team setting that provide value to the business.
Passion around being a part of significantly improving the carbon footprint of the bioprocessing facilities.
Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and the ability to learn new programs.
Knowledge and understanding of data management and basic programming theories.

A Successful Candidate Will Have

A high level of personal integrity
Interpersonal skills – the ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization
Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
The ability to embrace and promote change
An innovative mindset
The ability to think objectively
Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
The ability to work in a team environment

Requirements

1+ year of experience in any compliance, financial analysis, or engineering field
Bachelor's degree in Science, Mathematics, or Engineering
Knowledge of statistical analysis and modeling
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Knowledge and understanding of data management and basic programming theories
Interpersonal skills to interact with individuals at all levels
Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Ability to work in a team environment

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Profit-Sharing Bonuses
Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses
401(k) Matching
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Relocation Assistance
Wellness Program
Onsite Fitness Centers
Fitness Reimbursements
Safety Gear Reimbursements
Discounted Home & Auto Insurance

Company overview

POET is the world's largest producer of biofuel and a global leader in sustainable bioproducts, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The company operates 35 bioprocessing facilities across the Midwest, three corporate offices, four terminal locations, and employs nearly 2,600 team members. POET specializes in creating plant-based alternatives to fossil fuels, leveraging biotechnology to convert renewable agricultural resources into bioethanol, distillers grains, corn fermented protein, distillers corn oil, bioCO2, dry ice, purified alcohol, and asphalt rejuvenator. With more than 140 U.S. patents, POET has established itself as an innovator in the biotechnology sector, focusing on reducing dependence on foreign oil, revitalizing global agriculture, and creating sustainable energy solutions. The company's integrated business model combines research and development with expertise in design, construction, technology, operations, public affairs, and marketing, positioning it as a comprehensive leader in the renewable energy and bioproducts industry.