Director, Strategic Utility Engagement

COMPANY OVERVIEW

174 Power Global, headquartered in Irvine, California, is a member of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm that is among the eight largest business enterprises in South Korea. 174 Power Global designs, builds and manages renewable energy solutions. The company brings a decade of global leadership in renewable energy to North America, combining best-of-world technology, processes, and partnerships to deliver utility-grade energy solutions customized for local energy markets. 174 Power Global offers the full spectrum of energy solutions – from power plant development, design, construction, operations, and maintenance. With proven capabilities across the renewable energy value chain. 174 Power Global is expanding into data centers, leveraging internal knowledge and expertise, the company will secure and enable clean/renewable powered sites for data center development. Our focus is on attracting clients who will build and operate these data centers, ensuring their needs are met through our high-value, innovative solutions.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director, Strategic Utility Engagement, will act as a key external-facing strategist to support the origination and execution of long-term framework agreements with utilities and corporate off-takers. This individual will leverage a deep understanding of utility procurement, regulatory processes, and corporate buyer dynamics to anticipate challenges, influence decision-making, and drive partnerships that go beyond traditional PPAs.

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7–10+ years of experience in the U.S. energy sector, with exposure to utility procurement, regulatory affairs, or large-scale origination.
• Direct experience with utility RFPs, contract negotiations, and regulatory filings (e.g., PUCs) strongly preferred.
• 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.
• 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.
• Strong professional network with IOUs, regulators, and policy stakeholders.

COMPENSATION: $180,000 to $210,000 Salary

Attention external recruitment firms, we will not accept any unsolicited resumes at this time. Please do not contact any internal member of our company to discuss the position or to solicit candidates.

174 Power Global provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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