Fervo Energy

Lead state-level energy policy strategy and advocacy, manage a team of policy leads, and build relationships with policymakers and stakeholders. | 7+ years in energy policy, utility regulation, or government relations, with proven success in policy outcomes and stakeholder management. | Description As the Policy & Strategy Manager, West, you will lead the strategy and execution of Fervo’s state-level policy and regulatory initiatives. You will proactively identify legislative and regulatory opportunities that advance Fervo’s commercial objectives. Reporting to the Director of Government Affairs & Policy, you will manage a team of state policy leads, ensuring on-the-ground efforts align with corporate priorities across a range of issue areas. You will represent Fervo as a subject matter expert to both internal & external stakeholders on topics including power sector regulation, energy markets, transmission planning, natural resource leasing, and economic development. This role operates in a dynamic, high-visibility environment and requires a collaborative, bipartisan approach. You will work cross-functionally with executive leadership and teams across origination, strategy, development, land, and communications. Requirements Responsibilities Strategy & Advocacy: Define and execute state-level policy priorities and advocacy strategies across Western states, spanning regulatory, legislative, and ISO/RTO market engagement. Thought Leadership: Develop region-specific policy proposals and high-quality advocacy materials that position Fervo as a recognized industry leader. Subject Matter Expertise: Maintain deep expertise in state utility regulation and regional energy systems as they relate to Fervo’s commercial strategy. Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage state policy leads to support professional development, ensure alignment with corporate priorities, and deliver high-impact policy outcomes. Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with state policymakers, NGOs, trade associations, and senior government officials. External Resource Management: Oversee external lobbyists and consultants to ensure effective coordination and deployment of resources across the region. Internal Collaboration: Partner with the Director of Government Affairs & Policy to educate internal stakeholders on regulatory developments and develop company policy positions informed by cross-functional input. Required Qualifications 7+ years of experience in state-level energy policy, utility regulation, government relations, or legislative policymaking Demonstrated track record of securing meaningful energy policy outcomes in state regulatory or legislative settings Deep understanding of Western states’ power sector operations, market design, and political environments Proven ability to lead complex, high-stakes engagements with senior government officials and diverse stakeholder groups Experience with, and enthusiasm for, people management and multi-stakeholder policy campaigns Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate regulatory and policy concepts for internal audiences Ability to travel up to 50% Intellectual curiosity, diplomacy, adaptability, and a sense of humor Preferred Working knowledge of analytical tools used in electric resource planning and reliability studies Experience in the energy sector (subsurface or electricity) or project development Established relationships with electric sector policy stakeholders in Western states, particularly California Location Fervo Energy is headquartered in Houston, TX, with growing offices in Oakland, CA; Golden, CO; Reno, NV; and Salt Lake City, UT. This position is eligible for hybrid work flexibility and is open to candidates based in Houston, Oakland, Salt Lake City, or Golden, with a strong preference for Houston or Oakland. Regular in-person presence at one of Fervo’s office locations will be required. Compensation & Benefits Fervo provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability, flexible paid time off, and paid parental leave. Additionally, Fervo offers an incentive stock options program, a bonus incentive program, and a 401(k) plan with an employer match. Fervo Energy is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. Expected Salary: $145,000 – $210,000 based on location and experience. Fervo Energy reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

Lead and execute interconnection strategy and project delivery across multiple regional ISOs and utilities, managing technical analysis, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership. | 10+ years of interconnection or transmission project leadership with direct CAISO/NV Energy experience, proficiency in power system analysis tools, strong leadership skills, and a relevant engineering bachelor's degree. | The Head of Interconnection will lead all aspects of grid access for our growing project pipeline. This position will be responsible for strategy, execution, and delivery across CAISO, NV Energy, LADWP, Idaho, New Mexico, and Colorado. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise with proven leadership to ensure Fervo’s projects achieve timely and reliable interconnection. This role will report to the Head of Development. Responsibilities • Develop and execute Fervo’s interconnection strategy across CAISO, WECC, SPP, ERCOT, MISO, and PJM. • Lead queue submissions, feasibility and system impact studies, deliverability assessments, and LGIA negotiations. • Oversee technical analysis using PSS/E, PSLF, ASPEN, and PowerGEM TARA to validate system impacts and drive decisions. • Build and lead a high-performing interconnection team, ensuring disciplined execution and proactive risk management. • Partner with Development, Engineering, Construction, Finance, and Operations teams to align interconnection milestones with project schedules. • Engage directly with ISO, utility, and regulatory stakeholders; represent Fervo in queue reform and transmission planning initiatives. • Track and interpret market and policy changes across CAISO, NVE, LADWP, Idaho, New Mexico, and Colorado to inform strategy. • Track interconnection securities and provide cash flow recommendations to management. • Conduct due diligence to identify interconnection and transmission risks associated with potential projects and commercial transactions Required Qualifications • 10+ years of interconnection or transmission project leadership, with direct experience in CAISO and/or NV Energy required. • Demonstrated success navigating CAISO Phase I/II studies, deliverability assessments, and LGIA negotiations. • Familiarity with interconnection processes in LADWP, Idaho, New Mexico, and Colorado strongly preferred. • Proficiency with PSS/E, PSLF, ASPEN, and PowerGEM TARA. • Proven ability to build, lead, and inspire technical teams. • Exceptional communication skills with a track record of engaging effectively with utilities, regulators, and industry stakeholders. • Experience with hybrid resources (solar + storage, geothermal, wind) and regional resource adequacy frameworks a plus. • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related /similar field. Location Fervo Energy is headquartered in Houston, TX, with growing offices in Oakland, CA, Golden, CO, Reno, NV, and Salt Lake City, UT. This position will be eligible for some hybrid work flexibility, but regular presence at the Houston Fervo office location will be required.