
Director of Energy Storage Manufacturing and Supply Chain Policy

Solar Energy Industries Association
Company Overview
Solar Energy Industries Association
Washington, DC, United States
1974
Business Model
Renewable Energy
Advocacy, Education, and Research in the solar energy sector
Membership fees, sponsorships, and events
Locations & Geography
United States, Canada, Mexico, Germany, Australia
Company Culture
Their mission is to promote solar energy and advocate for policies that support the growth of the solar industry.
They foster a collaborative and innovative work environment focused on sustainability.
They provide training and resources for professional growth in the renewable energy sector.
Activities & Projects
They are currently involved in initiatives to expand solar energy access and improve solar technology.
They promote advancements in solar technology and energy storage solutions.
They advocate for sustainable practices within the solar industry and support environmental policies.
Career Opportunities
Typical job openings include policy analysts, communications specialists, and research associates.
They offer competitive salaries, health benefits, and opportunities for professional development.
Contact Information
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Job Description
The Director of Energy Storage Manufacturing and Supply Chain leads and tracks the energy storage industry's progress in building a domestic manufacturing base and reliable supply chain. In collaboration with policy and regulatory colleagues, the Director works with member companies to scale and deploy battery storage technology. The Director helps support SEIA’s advocacy efforts on policies that impact the energy storage systems supply chain, critical minerals supply chain, energy storage manufacturing and technology, and trade.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop policies and implement programs to support the establishment and growth of domestic energy storage manufacturing and reliable supply chains, including those related to critical minerals mining and processing
- Research and draft reports and other materials to support SEIA’s advocacy and communications related to market conditions, domestic manufacturing, and supply chains for use by the SVP in preparation for meetings, speaking engagements, other events, and members and public consumption
- Manage and grow relationships with trading partners, associations, think tanks, advocacy organizations, and other stakeholders involved in energy storage manufacturing and supply chain
- Engage and coordinate with member companies, industry experts, and U.S. government officials to ensure SEIA has a holistic and current understanding of energy storage market conditions
- Produce policy analysis to support SEIA’s advocacy in a rapidly changing policy environment.
- Present at member meetings, webinars, and conferences
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree
- 5-7+ years of work experience related to energy storage, battery storage technology, battery storage/manufacturing and deployment, or battery supply chains
- Strong conceptual, quantitative, and qualitative analytical skills
- Excellent oral communication, writing, and editing skills, including attention to detail
- Ability to work directly with SEIA members, with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Experience with relevant software, including spreadsheets, databases, and presentations
- Strong time management skills, including the ability to respond quickly to news and events and efficiently manage multiple time-sensitive priorities
- The ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team environment
- Professional public speaking skills
Working Conditions
- This position is based in headquarters in Washington, DC.
- SEIA employees in the Washington, D.C. region follow a hybrid remote and in-person office model. Employees work 3 days a week in an office environment and as needed when there are special events or meetings, but otherwise, they can be remote.
- Travel is required for this role.
- Frequent speaking engagements
Compensation Range
$115,000-$125,000 annually, based on experience and an excellent benefits package.
Working at SEIA
SEIA values diversity, inclusion, and equity within our organization and the promotion of these values across the solar industry. We strive to welcome different perspectives, identities, and backgrounds, regardless of job function, to create a more resilient organization supporting a strong, equitable solar industry. SEIA envisions an industry that is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity. We aim to achieve this by encouraging openness and transparency about diversity issues and progress. We will develop strategies, programs, and tools that seek to equalize opportunities within SEIA and allow for discussing and sharing best practices within the solar industry.
SEIA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, homelessness, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. SEIA complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we employ staff. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
SEIA is an EVERIFY employer.
About the role
June 24, 2025
Hybrid
USD 115k–125k yearly
- Washington, D.C., United States
5-7+ years
UTC-05:00
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