Regulatory Affairs Director

Pano AI

full-time

Posted on: 8/19/2025

Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States • California

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💰 $165,000 - $200,000 per year

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About the role

The Director of Regulatory Affairs will lead Pano AI’s engagement with utility regulators, public utility commissions (PUCs), and other key regulatory and policy stakeholders at the state and federal levels.
This role focuses on shaping a favorable regulatory environment for wildfire detection technology and accelerating market adoption through strategic regulatory advocacy and collaboration with Pano's utility sales team.
Pano AI is the utility sector leader in rapid detection and situational awareness – this role is crucial to the company’s continued growth in the sector.
This position is new and requires both strategic leadership and hands-on execution. Reporting to the VP for Global Government Affairs and working closely with the utility practice, it blends policy advocacy, regulatory strategy, stakeholder engagement, and business support, all aligned toward revenue growth and market transformation.

8–12+ years of experience in regulatory affairs, energy policy, utility operations, or related fields.
Direct experience engaging with state Public Utility Commissions and/or federal energy regulators.
Track record of successful regulatory advocacy, including comment filings, testimony, or policy wins.
Experience working in or with investor-owned utilities, utility regulators, or technology vendors serving the utility sector.
Strong knowledge of utility regulatory frameworks, including rate-making, cost recovery, and grid safety regulation. Direct experience in wildfire planning a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to distill complex technical and policy topics into compelling, accessible narratives.
Ability to develop trusted relationships with both regulatory bodies and commercial teams
High business acumen with a strong understanding of how regulatory issues drive revenue and market expansion.