Application Guide
How to Apply for Manager, Regulatory Affairs & Market Development
at Bidgely
🏢 About Bidgely
Bidgely is unique for its appliance-specific energy analytics technology that helps utilities and consumers reduce energy waste at the device level, directly combating climate change. Working here means contributing to tangible environmental impact through innovative data solutions in the rapidly evolving energy sector.
About This Role
This Manager role involves monitoring state regulatory proceedings and developing policy positions to advance Bidgely's market adoption of energy analytics solutions. You'll directly influence how utilities implement grid modernization and demand-side management programs by serving as the regulatory expert across multiple markets.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day involves reviewing new regulatory filings from multiple states, preparing analysis for internal teams on how developments affect product strategy, and drafting position papers or comments for upcoming proceedings. You might also participate in industry working groups and educate sales/product teams on regulatory constraints and opportunities.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Bidgely Is Looking For
- Has 5-8 years of hands-on experience with state PUC proceedings, specifically in rate cases, EE/DSM program approvals, or grid modernization dockets
- Can point to specific examples of drafting regulatory testimony, comment letters, or whitepapers that influenced policy outcomes
- Has established relationships with state energy agencies or PUC staff in key markets like California, New York, or Illinois
- Understands how data analytics and technology solutions fit within traditional utility regulatory frameworks
📝 Tips for Applying to Bidgely
Quantify your regulatory experience by mentioning specific docket numbers, states, or proceedings where you've worked
Highlight any experience with data analytics or technology adoption in regulatory contexts, not just traditional policy work
Research Bidgely's current utility partnerships and mention how you could help expand their regulatory approval in specific states
Demonstrate understanding of how appliance-level data differs from traditional energy efficiency approaches in regulatory filings
Show how you've translated complex regulatory concepts for non-expert internal teams in past roles
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Specific examples of influencing regulatory outcomes through testimony or comment letters', "Experience bridging the gap between technical solutions (like Bidgely's analytics) and regulatory requirements", 'Knowledge of how demand-side management programs are evolving with new data capabilities', 'Understanding of how climate change initiatives are shaping state utility regulations']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Bidgely's current utility partners and the specific programs they're implementing
- → Recent state regulatory trends in demand-side management and grid modernization
- → How appliance-specific analytics differ from whole-home energy monitoring in regulatory contexts
- → Bidgely's public comments or whitepapers on regulatory matters (check their resources section)
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Only having federal-level energy policy experience without state PUC engagement
- Treating this as a generic policy role without understanding the technology/product aspect
- Failing to demonstrate how you'd translate regulatory knowledge into market development outcomes
- Not being able to discuss specific state regulatory processes beyond general knowledge
📅 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:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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