South Carolina Department of Commerce · 1 day ago
Energy Technical Partnership Manager
Columbia, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expThe South Carolina Department of Commerce is the state’s lead economic development agency, focused on creating economic opportunities for all South Carolinians. The Energy Technical Partnership Manager supports SC NEXUS initiatives by evaluating emerging energy technologies and advancing partnerships that strengthen the state’s advanced energy ecosystem.
Government
Responsibilities
Support assessment of emerging energy technologies, evaluate partnership proposals and technical or programmatic opportunities for strategic alignment with SC NEXUS mission and goals
Provide technical support for SC NEXUS testbeds and grid-resilience initiatives as well as reporting for research, demonstration, and deployment projects
Maintain and strengthen relationships with electric utilities, cooperatives, grid operators, industrial energy users, and related partners
Drive alignment between utility and industry priorities and SC NEXUS programs and testbed activities to inform strategy and execution
Oversee the management of the SC NEXUS Technical & Intellectual Coordinating Committee, including developing agendas and supporting materials; and tracking action items to ensure timely follow-through and alignment across teams
Identify and support opportunities for collaborative research, demonstration projects, and technical information exchange
Support activities to expand external partnerships, attract industry participation, and advance SC NEXUS priorities
Assist in implementing sales strategies that promote SC NEXUS capabilities, testbeds, and programs to companies, research institutions, and prospective partners
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, energy systems, business, energy systems, engineering, or a related field
Demonstrated experience working with utilities, energy-sector partners, or applied research environments
Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in project coordination, documentation, and stakeholder engagement
Preferred
A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of professional experience, including external and internal engagement and partnership-focused work, within the energy, utilities, and energy systems/policy. A master's degree in a relevant discipline may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience
Experience supporting advisory committees, technical working groups, or coordinated governance bodies
Experience supporting industry engagement, partnership coordination, or collaborative project development as well as technical or programmatic initiatives
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse and Children.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.
15 days of sick leave per year.
13 paid holidays.
State Retirement Pension and 401K Plans
Deferred Compensation Programs
Paid Parental Leave
Company
South Carolina Department of Commerce
South Carolina is the new home and headquarters of American innovation — where businesses of all sizes and industries can find success, from “launch to legacy.” The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$4.17MKey Investors
Federal Railroad Administration
2023-09-25Grant· $4.17M
Leadership Team
Clarke Thompson
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