Remote Southeast State Policy Director - Solar & Storage

Qcells North America; Edina (MO); Remote; USD 173,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

Qcells North America is seeking an experienced solar and storage policy advocate to influence state-level policy and regulatory outcomes across the U.S. You will work with the Corporate Affairs team and report to the Senior Director of State Policy.

Responsibilities include leading strategic policy initiatives, engaging with regulators and lawmakers, and building coalitions to accelerate the distributed energy resource transformation. Remote work with travel up to 30% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; Master’s or Law Degree preferred.
• 8-10+ years in government affairs, energy policy, or advocacy.
• Autonomous work style; represent the company with trade associations and policymakers.
• Proven track record designing and executing advocacy campaigns.
• Experience in energy policy and strategic planning in matrixed orgs.
• Strong understanding of state/local legislative/regulatory processes.
• Deep insights into political and third-party interests shaping policy.
• Excellent research, analysis, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead strategies to open new markets and drive revenue.
• Support policy and regulatory initiatives to position the company as a market leader.
• Protect opportunities by countering harmful laws impacting solar and storage deployment.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory updates in key markets.
• Lead engagement with regulators, legislators, utilities, and trade associations.
• Testify on behalf of the company in proceedings.
• Build relationships with industry leaders and coalitions.

Skills

Policy advocacy

Regulatory affairs

Public policy

Stakeholder engagement

Legislative liaison

Regulatory compliance

Energy policy

Research and analysis

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s or JD

Job description

Qcells North America is seeking an experienced solar and storage policy advocate to influence state-level policy and regulatory outcomes across the U.S. You will work with the Corporate Affairs team and report to the Senior Director of State Policy.

Responsibilities include leading strategic policy initiatives, engaging with regulators and lawmakers, and building coalitions to accelerate the distributed energy resource transformation. Remote work with travel up to 30% is required.