State Policy Manager

Description

At Hitachi Energy, we’re not just powering homes and businesses—we’re powering progress. As a State Policy Manager
, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping the future of energy infrastructure in the United States. This is your chance to influence policy, drive innovation, and represent a global leader in grid technologies.

We’re the largest transformer and high-voltage product manufacturer in North America, with a legacy of over 100 years in pioneering technologies that keep the lights on for billions. From high-voltage systems to advanced automation and power electronics, our solutions are critical to balancing rising energy demand with the urgent need for decarbonization.

In this role, you’ll be the bridge between our business and state governments—building relationships, advocating for smart energy policy, and helping position Hitachi Energy as a trusted partner in the transition to a more resilient and sustainable grid. You’ll work closely with executive leadership, regional business units, and community stakeholders to ensure our voice is heard where it matters most.

If you’re passionate about energy, policy, and making a real impact—this is your opportunity to lead change at the intersection of technology, government, and society.

• Represent Hitachi Energy with state and local governments to drive energy and manufacturing policy.
• Lead engagement in key states, including site visits and local advocacy efforts.
• Collaborate with community managers on regional events and initiatives.
• Develop messaging materials and secure thought leadership opportunities.
• Advance grid, AI/data center, and manufacturing policy with state officials.
• Build strategic relationships with governors, legislators, and trade associations.
• Monitor and analyze state regulatory developments.
• Support cross-functional teams with policy insights and recommendations.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5–8 years of experience in state government relations or consultancy.
• Proven success in southeastern U.S. policy engagement.
• Experience with grid and manufacturing policy.
• Skilled in policy research and regulatory analysis.
• Strong stakeholder collaboration and communication skills.
• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.

For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):

• Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• Financial Wellbeing
  :
  Employer-sponsored pension – 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance
• Family Care
  :
  Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance
• Work-Life
  :
  Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday)
• Employee Engagement and Development
  :
  Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms

Salary Range for DC / VA $125-170k (+ Annual Bonus /AIP) pending experience and qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities