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174 Power Global · 1 day ago

Director, Strategic Utility Engagement

positionHouston, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive
money$180K/yr - $210K/yr
date7+ years exp

Hanwha Energy USA is a comprehensive energy solutions provider headquartered in Houston, Texas, and is part of the Hanwha Group. The Director, Strategic Utility Engagement, will act as a key strategist to support the origination and execution of long-term agreements with utilities and corporate buyers, leveraging expertise in utility procurement and regulatory processes.

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Responsibilities

Act as a strategic facilitator for origination and execution of framework agreements with utilities and corporate energy buyers
Serve as an internal advisor and problem solver, recommending alternative approaches when regulatory, procurement, or planning hurdles arise
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure strategies align with counterpart procurement, IRP, and regulatory requirements
Monitor regulatory, policy, and market developments to anticipate approval challenges and adjust strategies proactively
Build and maintain relationships with utilities, regulators, and other key stakeholders to position the company as a trusted partner

Qualification

Utility procurementRegulatory affairsContract negotiationsEnergy policyStakeholder managementExecutive-level communicationProfessional networkProblem-solving skillsCross-functional collaboration

Required

7–10+ years of experience in the U.S. energy sector, with exposure to utility procurement, regulatory affairs, or large-scale origination
Deep understanding of IOU and corporate buyer processes, including procurement, IRP alignment, and regulatory approvals
Strong problem-solving skills with a proven ability to translate counterpart organizational challenges into actionable solutions
Demonstrated ability to work effectively across internal functions
Excellent executive-level communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong professional network with IOUs, regulators, and policy stakeholders

Preferred

Direct experience with utility RFPs, contract negotiations, and regulatory filings (e.g., PUCs) strongly preferred
Prior experience working inside an IOU procurement, resource planning, or regulatory team
Background in regulatory affairs, energy policy, or external affairs related to renewable development

Company

174 Power Global

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174 Power Global is an affiliate company of Hanwha Group.
dateFounded in 2013
location
Irvine, California, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://174powerglobal.com/

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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$210M
2019-09-29Debt Financing· $210M

Leadership Team

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Cliff Graham
Chief Development Officer
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