The RoleAs we scale our technology and expand across North America, we are looking for a
Regulatory & Certification Affairs Principal to help shape the regulatory and certification landscape for battery energy storage.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to be at the forefront of the energy transition. Not simply responding to regulations and certification requirements, but helping influence how those requirements evolve!
Responsibilities and Duties- Serve as Moment Energy's subject matter expert and external voice on regulatory, certification, standards, and public policy matters affecting battery energy storage systems.
- Monitor proposed and emerging legislation, regulations, codes, standards, and certification requirements that could impact BESS technology, deployment, recycling, second-life batteries, and grid-connected energy storage.
- Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, regulators, standards organizations, certification bodies, industry associations, utilities, policymakers, and other key stakeholders.
- Represent Moment Energy in industry working groups, technical committees, standards organizations, regulatory proceedings, and policy discussions.
- Identify upcoming regulatory and certification changes early and translate their potential impact into clear recommendations for Engineering, Product, Operations, and Leadership.
- Advocate for science-based, technology-neutral, and practical regulatory and certification frameworks that enable safe deployment and growth of battery energy storage.
- Proactively engage with policymakers and regulatory stakeholders to educate them on BESS technology, second-life batteries, safety, environmental benefits, and the realities of deploying energy storage systems.
- Develop and execute strategies to influence proposed policies, regulations, codes, and certification requirements in ways that support the responsible growth of energy storage.
- Coordinate Moment Energy's responses to proposed regulatory changes, including comment letters, stakeholder submissions, consultation responses, and industry position papers.
- Work closely with Engineering and Certification teams to understand technical requirements and ensure Moment Energy's technical position is accurately represented in regulatory and policy discussions.
- Track certification requirements across relevant jurisdictions and identify opportunities to streamline certification pathways and reduce unnecessary barriers to deployment.
- Develop relationships with certification laboratories and organizations to help anticipate changes and improve Moment Energy's certification strategy.
- Identify opportunities for Moment Energy to participate in standards development and industry initiatives that will shape the future of energy storage.
- Prepare executive briefings, regulatory updates, policy analyses, and recommendations that help leadership understand changes in the external environment.
- Maintain a forward-looking regulatory and certification roadmap, identifying emerging risks, opportunities, and strategic priorities.
- Partner with Business Development and Sales to understand regulatory barriers affecting customer deployments and help develop solutions to overcome them.
- Support market expansion by assessing regulatory and certification requirements in new states, provinces, and markets.
- Build internal awareness of regulatory developments and ensure relevant teams understand what is changing, why it matters, and what action is required.
- Represent Moment Energy with credibility, professionalism, and technical depth in external policy and regulatory forums.
The CandidateWe're looking for individuals with the following traits, skills, and experiences:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Public Policy, Political Science, Environmental Policy, Regulatory Affairs, Law, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in regulatory affairs, government relations, public policy, certification, standards development, or a related field.
- Experience in government affairs, lobbying, or public affairs within the energy or clean technology sector.
- Demonstrated experience working with government agencies, regulators, policymakers, standards organizations, certification bodies, or industry associations.
- Strong understanding of the regulatory and policy environment surrounding energy, electricity, batteries, clean technology, or infrastructure.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex regulatory or technical issues and translate them into clear strategic recommendations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing policy positions, regulatory submissions, briefing materials, or stakeholder communications.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with senior external stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of how regulations, codes, standards, and certification requirements influence technology development and commercialization.
- Ability to operate independently, identify emerging issues, and develop proactive strategies in a rapidly changing environment.
- Strong judgment and political awareness, with the ability to understand competing interests and build effective stakeholder strategies.
Nice-to-Have Experience:- Experience working with AHJs, utilities, fire authorities, electrical authorities, or permitting bodies.
- Experience working with lithium-ion battery systems.
- Knowledge of UL certification processes.
Why join us?- Today, we're delivering 5x the energy density and have all the certifications needed to ship energy independence to the world.
- Be part of a mission-driven company focused on creating sustainable energy solutions and making a positive impact on the world.
- Collaborate closely with passionate co-founders and a team committed to innovation and excellence.
- Contribute to building and scaling a company from the ground up, where your work will have a direct and meaningful impact.
- Thrive in a workplace that values collaboration, wellness, and celebrating successes, with regular company socials, fitness sessions, and more.
We're a fast-paced and dynamic team.Every day you'll be taking on a new challenge and learning something new. You'll take on a wide breadth of tasks and contribute to disrupting the battery industry. You'll be part of a tight-knit team that is working together to save the planet! Fun, health, and wellness are incorporated into our daily schedule and we encourage all our team members to bring innovative ideas to the table to create an interactive workplace.
Moment Energy Benefits Highlights (full time, permanent employees only)
Financial Growth: Employee equity and a robust RRSP matching program.Comprehensive Health Coverage: Extended health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents through Manulife.
Generous Time Off & Flexibility: Paid time off plus a paid company closure between Christmas and New Year's, with a generous paid sick leave.
Vibrant Culture & Perks: Open and collaborative office culture, frequent company socials and wellness programs (weekly yoga/fitness), and free EV charging on-site.
Company Dinner:Weekly Tuesday dinner provided by Moment Energy. We also have a generous supply of coffee and snacks for the office!
