Energy & Climate Policy Engagement Lead
CoreWeave, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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What You'll Do CoreWeave is seeking an Energy & Climate Policy Engagement Lead to lead regulatory and policy analysis and engagement related to power markets, utilities, and grid infrastructure, with a primary focus on PJM, MISO, and ERCOT. This role will play a critical part in analyzing regulatory developments, shaping CoreWeave’s policy positions, and engaging with regulators and market operators on issues affecting large‑scale data center power access and grid reliability. In addition to U.S. responsibilities, this role will support European energy and climate policy analysis and engagement, particularly as it relates to electricity markets, grid connection, and decarbonization frameworks impacting data center development.
Key Responsibilities Power Market & Regulatory Engagement (U.S.)
Lead CoreWeave’s regulatory engagement with PJM, MISO, and ERCOT, including:
Market rule changes and stakeholder processes
Interconnection, transmission planning, and queue reform
Reliability, resource adequacy, and capacity market design
Load growth, large load integration, and utility coordination
Engage with state public utility commissions (PUCs) and utility regulators in key PJM, MISO, and ERCOT states on:
Utility tariffs, rate design, and cost allocation
Infrastructure investment and grid expansion
Clean energy and emissions‑related requirements
Represent CoreWeave in RTO/ISO stakeholder forums, technical committees, and industry working groups.
Policy Analysis & Strategy
Monitor, analyze, and synthesize regulatory, legislative, and market developments across U.S. and European electricity systems.
Develop clear policy positions and strategic recommendations based on detailed regulatory analysis.
Prepare written materials including:
Regulatory comments and filings
Policy memos and executive briefings
External position papers and stakeholder submissions
European Energy & Climate Policy
Track and analyze European energy and climate policy relevant to data centers, including:
Electricity market design and grid access
Grid connection and capacity allocation frameworks
Decarbonization, renewable energy, and emissions policy
Align European policy analysis with CoreWeave’s global power and sustainability strategy.
Who You Are
7+ years of experience in energy policy, electricity market regulation, or utility regulatory affairs.
Direct experience engaging with PJM, MISO, ERCOT, state PUCs, or utilities.
Strong analytical background with the ability to interpret market rules, regulatory orders, and legislative proposals.
Demonstrated experience drafting regulatory filings, policy analysis, or formal stakeholder comments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly for regulator and executive audiences.
Core Competencies
Electricity market and regulatory analysis
RTO/ISO stakeholder engagement
Utility and PUC engagement
Policy strategy development
Cross‑jurisdictional coordination (U.S. & Europe)
Why CoreWeave? At CoreWeave, we work hard, have fun, and move fast! We’re in an exciting stage of hyper‑growth that you will not want to miss out on. We’re not afraid of a little chaos, and we’re constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together, which is represented through our core values:
Be Curious at Your Core
Act Like an Owner
Empower Employees
Deliver Best‑in‑Class Client Experiences
Achieve More Together
We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and enables the development of innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for takeoff, the organization's growth opportunities are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry, who will want to learn from you, too. Come join us!
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
Company‑paid Life Insurance
Voluntary supplemental life insurance
Short and long‑term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Tuition Reimbursement
Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health
Family‑Forming support provided by Carrot
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible, full‑service childcare support with Kinside
401(k) with a generous employer match
Flexible PTO
Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
A casual work environment
A work culture focused on innovative disruption
Our Workplace While we prioritize a hybrid work environment, remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office, based on role requirements for specialized skill sets. New hires will be invited to attend onboarding at one of our hubs within their first month. Teams also gather quarterly to support collaboration.
California Consumer Privacy Act - California applicants only.
CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact: careers@coreweave.com.
Export Control Compliance This position requires access to export‑controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be:
A U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.
Eligible to access the export‑controlled information without a required export authorization, or
Eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.
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What You'll Do CoreWeave is seeking an Energy & Climate Policy Engagement Lead to lead regulatory and policy analysis and engagement related to power markets, utilities, and grid infrastructure, with a primary focus on PJM, MISO, and ERCOT. This role will play a critical part in analyzing regulatory developments, shaping CoreWeave’s policy positions, and engaging with regulators and market operators on issues affecting large‑scale data center power access and grid reliability. In addition to U.S. responsibilities, this role will support European energy and climate policy analysis and engagement, particularly as it relates to electricity markets, grid connection, and decarbonization frameworks impacting data center development.
Key Responsibilities Power Market & Regulatory Engagement (U.S.)
Lead CoreWeave’s regulatory engagement with PJM, MISO, and ERCOT, including:
Market rule changes and stakeholder processes
Interconnection, transmission planning, and queue reform
Reliability, resource adequacy, and capacity market design
Load growth, large load integration, and utility coordination
Engage with state public utility commissions (PUCs) and utility regulators in key PJM, MISO, and ERCOT states on:
Utility tariffs, rate design, and cost allocation
Infrastructure investment and grid expansion
Clean energy and emissions‑related requirements
Represent CoreWeave in RTO/ISO stakeholder forums, technical committees, and industry working groups.
Policy Analysis & Strategy
Monitor, analyze, and synthesize regulatory, legislative, and market developments across U.S. and European electricity systems.
Develop clear policy positions and strategic recommendations based on detailed regulatory analysis.
Prepare written materials including:
Regulatory comments and filings
Policy memos and executive briefings
External position papers and stakeholder submissions
European Energy & Climate Policy
Track and analyze European energy and climate policy relevant to data centers, including:
Electricity market design and grid access
Grid connection and capacity allocation frameworks
Decarbonization, renewable energy, and emissions policy
Align European policy analysis with CoreWeave’s global power and sustainability strategy.
Who You Are
7+ years of experience in energy policy, electricity market regulation, or utility regulatory affairs.
Direct experience engaging with PJM, MISO, ERCOT, state PUCs, or utilities.
Strong analytical background with the ability to interpret market rules, regulatory orders, and legislative proposals.
Demonstrated experience drafting regulatory filings, policy analysis, or formal stakeholder comments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly for regulator and executive audiences.
Core Competencies
Electricity market and regulatory analysis
RTO/ISO stakeholder engagement
Utility and PUC engagement
Policy strategy development
Cross‑jurisdictional coordination (U.S. & Europe)
Why CoreWeave? At CoreWeave, we work hard, have fun, and move fast! We’re in an exciting stage of hyper‑growth that you will not want to miss out on. We’re not afraid of a little chaos, and we’re constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together, which is represented through our core values:
Be Curious at Your Core
Act Like an Owner
Empower Employees
Deliver Best‑in‑Class Client Experiences
Achieve More Together
We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and enables the development of innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for takeoff, the organization's growth opportunities are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry, who will want to learn from you, too. Come join us!
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
Company‑paid Life Insurance
Voluntary supplemental life insurance
Short and long‑term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Tuition Reimbursement
Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health
Family‑Forming support provided by Carrot
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible, full‑service childcare support with Kinside
401(k) with a generous employer match
Flexible PTO
Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
A casual work environment
A work culture focused on innovative disruption
Our Workplace While we prioritize a hybrid work environment, remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office, based on role requirements for specialized skill sets. New hires will be invited to attend onboarding at one of our hubs within their first month. Teams also gather quarterly to support collaboration.
California Consumer Privacy Act - California applicants only.
CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact: careers@coreweave.com.
Export Control Compliance This position requires access to export‑controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be:
A U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.
Eligible to access the export‑controlled information without a required export authorization, or
Eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.
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