Application Guide

How to Apply for Director, Partner Solutions

at EnergyHub

🏢 About EnergyHub

EnergyHub is a leading distributed energy resource (DER) management platform that enables utilities and grid operators to optimize clean energy resources. The company stands out for its mission-driven focus on sustainability and its technical expertise in integrating diverse energy assets like EVs, batteries, and smart thermostats into grid operations. Working here offers the chance to directly impact the clean energy transition while collaborating with innovative partners across the energy ecosystem.

About This Role

As Director of Partner Solutions at EnergyHub, you'll lead the strategic development and management of key DER partner relationships, from sourcing to integration. This role is impactful because you'll shape the company's partner portfolio, directly influencing how utilities leverage distributed energy to balance the grid. You'll mentor a team while building executive-level partnerships that drive long-term growth in the clean energy market.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing integration progress with key DER partners, mentoring team managers on complex partner challenges, and preparing for executive meetings with potential battery or EV partners. You'd likely analyze market research on emerging DER technologies while collaborating with internal product and engineering teams on partner requirements.

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🎯 Who EnergyHub Is Looking For

  • Has 10+ years in energy services/technology with proven experience managing complex partner ecosystems, particularly in DERs, grid-edge tech, or utility programs
  • Demonstrates 3+ years managing managers or senior contributors, with a track record of developing high-performing teams in technical or partnership-focused environments
  • Possesses extensive experience building C-level relationships at energy companies, technology vendors, or DER manufacturers, with ability to align technical and business objectives
  • Shows exceptional organizational skills in managing multiple partner lifecycles simultaneously, from market research to integration approval

📝 Tips for Applying to EnergyHub

1

Highlight specific DER (distributed energy resource) partnerships you've managed, especially involving EVs, batteries, thermostats, or solar inverters

2

Quantify your impact on partner portfolios—mention metrics like integration timelines, partner revenue growth, or portfolio expansion

3

Demonstrate your understanding of EnergyHub's platform by referencing specific partner types they work with (e.g., OEMs, aggregators, utilities)

4

Show how you've mentored teams in a technical partnership context, not just general management

5

Tailor your resume to emphasize energy/utility industry experience over generic partner management

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your experience with DER technologies and how you've managed partnerships in this specific sector", 'Examples of building executive relationships at energy/tech companies that led to long-term strategic alignment', "How you've developed high-performing teams in a partner solutions or technical partnership environment", 'Your approach to identifying and integrating new partners in the clean energy space']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → EnergyHub's current partner portfolio—study their website for specific DER partners like Ford, LG, or ecobee
  • → Recent utility programs using EnergyHub's platform (check press releases for utility partnerships)
  • → The company's DERMS (Distributed Energy Resource Management System) platform capabilities
  • → EnergyHub's role in demand response, virtual power plants, and grid services markets

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience managing DER partner portfolios—how do you prioritize integrations across different resource types?
2 How would you approach building relationships with senior executives at EV manufacturers or battery companies?
3 Walk us through your process for mentoring managers who oversee technical partner integrations
4 How do you conduct market research to identify high-potential DER partners in a rapidly evolving market?
5 What strategies have you used to align internal technical teams with partner business objectives?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Generic partner management experience without energy/utility industry context
  • Focusing only on business development without demonstrating team leadership of technical partnerships
  • Failing to show understanding of DER technologies or EnergyHub's specific platform capabilities

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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