Remote VPP Program Lead for DER & Grid Services

Qcells North America; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. seeks a VPP Program Manager to lead design, launch, and continuous improvement of VPP programs across the U.S. You will drive collaboration with utilities and internal teams to deliver grid services and customer value.

The role requires strategic thinking, strong execution, and teamwork to evolve program operations, optimize processes, and capture market opportunities in a rapidly growing energy landscape.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in VPP, DER, Demand Response, or energy market program management.
• Direct experience working with or for utilities, VPP aggregators, or grid service providers.
• Familiarity with utility interconnection processes and grid integration requirements for DERs or storage systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and launch new VPP programs aligned with profit modeling and utility requirements.
• Build and optimize end-to-end program processes including enrollment, compliance, and performance monitoring.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to establish workflows that support program execution.
• Continuously improve program operations with a focus on automation, accuracy, and customer impact.
• Manage and evolve the roadmap for Qcells’ VPP programs, focusing on DER monetization and market opportunities.

Skills

VPP programs

DER monetization

Utility collaboration

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Energy systems background

Tools

DERMS

SCADA

EMS

Job description

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. seeks a VPP Program Manager to lead design, launch, and continuous improvement of VPP programs across the U.S. You will drive collaboration with utilities and internal teams to deliver grid services and customer value.

The role requires strategic thinking, strong execution, and teamwork to evolve program operations, optimize processes, and capture market opportunities in a rapidly growing energy landscape.