Utility & Energy Program Manager

Samsung Electronics • Austin, TX

120d • $98,830 - $192,710

About The Position

The Utility & Energy Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing complex utility contracts and power purchase agreements (PPAs). This role ensures compliance, cost-effectiveness, and long-term value in support of the organization’s current and future energy & natural gas needs. The Manager will play a critical role in aligning contractual obligations with upcoming expansion and resiliency mandates, while fostering strategic relationships with utility providers and energy partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Energy Management/Engineering/Business/Technology/Information Systems or similar field.
• 7+ years of experience in energy/electric utilities – compliance, regulatory, asset/contract management, operations.
• 3+ years of experience with renewable energy power purchase agreements and utility scale renewable project development required.
• 3+ years of experience in program or project management role successfully managing transactions - supplier management, contract management, or managing commercial relationships with vendors or customers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Successfully negotiate tariff rates, power purchase agreements and/or energy infrastructure contracts in regulated and open markets for electric and natural gas utilities.
• Develop automated tools to track and manage utility expense, PPA performance, and other utility related KPI.
• Manage procurement of Power, Natural Gas, and RECs to support the needs of the US Based Semiconductor operations.
• Review energy projects, technical designs and contracts with utilities and contractors.
• Interact with Samsung Austin Semiconductors parent companies and affiliates to assure alignment with global energy strategies and commitments.
• Analyze and interpret energy generation data including virtual PPAs, green tariffs, and wholesale energy market data.
• Build and manage compliance programs for energy portfolios.
• Develop relationships with key industry stakeholders such as utilities, renewable project developers, the EPA, and regional power planning agencies.
• Represent SAS to key stakeholders, external and internal, to communicate SAS’s policies and stance on sustainability topics, serving as point of contact and knowledge center.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE
• Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees