Senior Policy Principal - Transmission Program
Advanced Energy Economy
Posted
Feb 12, 2026
Location
Remote (US)
Type
Full-time
Compensation
$95000+
Mission
What you will drive
Core responsibilities:
- Lead development of transmission policy strategies for market growth and identify future venues for policy and political success
- Work with United's members to identify high-value opportunities for impact and ensure on-the-ground work is inclusive of various technologies and business models
- Participate in legislative, rulemaking, and administrative processes as needed
- Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with coalition partners, philanthropy, allies, media, and key legislative, regulatory, and administrative staff
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role meaningfully expands transmission capacity across the country by advancing transmission policy and strategy work across states, regions, and wholesale markets, supporting the transition to secure, clean, and affordable energy.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
Required qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, or Economics preferred or applicable comparable experience
- Five to seven years of professional experience, with minimum three years focused in clean energy sector, specifically in transmission or wholesale markets
- Entrepreneurial approach, flexible attitude, and ability to operate independently while making decisions consistent with United's mission/vision
- Excellent interpersonal relationship-building and communications skills, both written and verbal
Benefits
What's in it for you
Compensation and perks:
- Starting salary: $95,000
- Remote work and flexible schedule
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families (medical premiums covered 100% for employees)
- Flexible spending plans for health care and dependent care
- Profit sharing opportunities and annual merit-based compensation increases
- $75/month personal wellness reimbursement
- $50/month phone stipend
- Up to $200 reimbursement for home office set-up
- Accrued Paid Time Off, 11 federal holidays, and annual end-of-year closure
- Parental Leave
- Professional development reimbursement
- 401(k) plan with matching incentives
- WMATA Transit Smart Benefits (for DC, MD, VA employees)
About
Inside Advanced Energy Economy
Advanced Energy United works to make the energy we use secure, clean, and affordable, building an advanced energy economy through policy advocacy and industry collaboration.