Energy Policy Director

Carrier

Energy Policy Leader driving Carrier Energy’s utility regulatory strategy and engagement with regulatory bodies. Developing incentive frameworks and building relationships to promote energy solutions.

Posted 5/16/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $174,500 - $348,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain a comprehensive dossier summarizing key energy battery incentives for targeted markets.
Ensure that Carrier Energy’s pilots and deployments adhere to applicable programs and requirements in line with industry standards.
Collaborate with cross functional Carrier teams to mitigate risks related to compliance and contractual obligations.
Build relationships with state agencies and regulatory bodies to validate pilot programs and influence long term programs.
Develop in collaboration with Utilities integrated HVAC battery incentives and policies that support Carrier Energy’s solutions, including load flexibility, demand response and VPP programs for the full value of the solution set.
Represent Carrier Energy in industry forums, regulatory hearings, and public discussions to influence energy policy decisions in target Utility Territories.
Identify and prioritize grants and incentive opportunities that align with Carrier Energy’s business goals.
Develop briefing materials and proposals to communicate Carrier’s position on energy policy to state and industry stakeholders.
Monitor emerging trends in energy policy and advise internal teams on potential impacts and opportunities.
Conduct comprehensive market analysis of the energy sector, including VPPs, regulatory trends, growth opportunities, and competitive landscapes, to identify strategic opportunities and inform regulatory and policy strategies.
Work closely with the Pricing & Offering and Business Development teams to integrate and develop new incentive insights into pricing models and pilot designs.
Facilitate alignment between internal stakeholders and external regulatory requirements to streamline project execution.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
10+ years of experience in energy policy, regulatory affairs, and/or government relations.
5 + years proven success in navigating complex regulatory environments, particularly in energy or utilities sectors.
Ability to travel up to 40% domestically.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision
Time off and Leave : Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
Disability : Short-term and long-term disability
Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
Tuition Assistance

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Hard Skills & Tools

energy policyregulatory affairsgovernment relationsmarket analysisincentive programscompliancecontractual obligationsHVAC battery incentivesdemand responseVPP programs

Soft Skills

collaborationrelationship buildingcommunicationrisk mitigationstrategic thinkinginfluencingadvisingalignment facilitation

Certifications

Bachelor's degree