Climate & Environment Full-time

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.