Director Environmental Regulations
Daikin Comfort
Lead environmental regulatory strategy, lobbying, and stakeholder engagement for HVAC products.
5 days ago ago
$190,000 - $220,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Washington, DC
Hybrid
Company Size
3,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
HVAC replacement services
Indoor air quality solutions
All‑electric heat pump installation
Ductless mini‑split installation
Smart home thermostat & controls integration
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
regulatory lobbying
policy analysis
advocacy planning
stakeholder engagement
industry reporting
technical evaluation
- Interact with industry trade association staff and committees to develop industry position for the regulations.
- Assist with organization and preparation of charts, graphics, and narrative presentations
- Engage and lead on key Daikin lobbying priorities.
- Interact with other stakeholders such as environmental advocates, governmental regulatory agencies, utilities and utility organizations in regard to environmental regulations.
- Interact with industry partners and stakeholders to promote the company’s primary legislative and regulatory priorities:
- Analyze, lobby and advise on legislation/regulation; Provide concise written or oral summaries, note areas of interest/issue, possible amendments or alternatives, recommendation on ways to work issue and follow up promotion or education.
- Direct and participate in lobbying activities on legislation and regulations at the federal and state level and participate in the regulatory process.
- Oversee and manage specific legislative and regulatory projects to support Daikin’s North American strategy and for subsidiary companies. Develop strategy and implementation plans, coordination schedule and execution.
- Provides leadership and direction to managers in their respective division/department.
- Draft articles and presentations on relevant topical issues for corporate leadership.
- Work closely with the Government Relations, Communications, and Engineering and Manufacturing teams.
- Develop and implement strategic advocacy plans.
- Company representation / participation in key technical and regulatory committees for environmental standards and regulations affecting company products.
- Manage federal and state issues and direct advocacy activities on priority legislative and regulatory issues.
- Works with other leaders to establish strategic plans and works towards achieving them.
- Report on current industry trends, business news and environmental issues.
- Assist with high priority projects and special events.
- Offer regulatory evaluation and opinions on rulemakings and provide regulatory assessment to management, including technical aspects of such federal environmental (EPA) regulations, building codes requirements (such as ICC and IAPMO), voluntary green building requirements (e.g. USGBC), state and building code environmental requirements, industry association activities (such as ASHRAE and AHRI).
- Integrate company’s primary short and long term legislative and regulatory goals.
- Lead/assist in developing and coordinating the message
- Track and manage lobbying on incentive programs and state energy efficiency resource standards
What you bring
hvac
regulatory
epa
bachelor's
5+ years
project management
- Ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels using strong verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to envision a state that does not currently exist and successfully articulate the vision.
- Understands the business and can put together comprehensive department solutions .
- Ability to oversee and independently manage several projects concurrently in a fast-paced and lean environment.
- A fast learner with a willingness to execute long term projects.
- 5 plus years of related experience (environmental regulations, industry affairs)
- Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Ability to use good judgment in investigating problems.
- Skill in maintaining cooperative working relations with other people.
- Must have good technical understanding of both residential and commercial HVAC systems and their applications.
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills with the ability to present to executive leadership in a way that inspires action.
- Must have strong analytical and technical writing skills.
- Sees to department staffing needs (e.g. interviewing, hiring, new hire and ongoing training, annual evaluations, etc.).
- Ability to apply good judgment, strong work ethic, and integrity on the job.
- Strong regulatory knowledge
- Aptitude for recognizing and dealing with priorities.
- Bachelor's Degree, (Master’s Degree a plus)
- Capable of comprehending written regulations and how the regulations does/would affect the company’s products and processes.
- Knowledge of EPA regulations in relation to the Clean Air Act is a plus.
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Company
Overview
100 Years
Years of HVAC Experience
The company has a rich history rooted in a century of HVAC innovation.
2022 Rebranded
Year of North American Rebranding
The company rebranded in North America, unifying residential and commercial solutions.
280M Units
Units Globally
The company has showcased its impact with over 280 million units globally.
400+ Patents
Global HVAC Patents
Backed by extensive R&D, the company holds over 400 HVAC patents worldwide.
- Merges Daikin’s global tech with Goodman’s U.S. acquisition roots.
- Engineers and delivers high-efficiency heat pumps, central ACs, ductless mini-splits, smart thermostats, and air purifiers.
- A pioneer in using low-GWP R-32 refrigerant, demonstrating commitment to environmental impact.
- Each individual possesses infinite potential, and the cumulative growth of all employees is the foundation for the company's development.
- Boldly take on challenging situations with full conviction of your potential.
- Refine and enhance your strengths and expertise until you excel in your field of expertise.
- Learn humbly from others who have different thoughts, values, and experiences.
- Participate with a sense of ownership by sharing information and opinions through deep and extensive discussions ('Flat and Fast management').
- Fulfill your roles and responsibilities, and work together towards achieving goals.
- Respect each person, unleash your infinite potential, and embrace healthy competition.
96% Water Recycling
Closed-Loop Water System
Recycles up to 96% of process water, significantly reducing water consumption.
40,000 Tons Recycled
Annual Scrap Material Recycling
Processes and recycles 40,000 tons of scrap material annually, promoting resource efficiency and sustainability.
400,000 kg Refrigerant Avoided
Reclaimed Refrigerant Program
Avoids over 400,000 kg of virgin refrigerant annually through the 'Loop by Daikin' initiative, reducing environmental impact.
-30% to -50% GHG Targets
Global Environmental Vision 2050
Aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2025 and 50% by 2030 compared to a baseline, with 17% achieved by FY2023.
- Solar array reduces DTTP carbon emissions by 535 tons annually and offsets equivalent of 100 cars.
- Composts 1,000 lb of food waste monthly.
- Zero-waste-to-landfill goal by 2030; 85% of waste recycled by end of 2024; on-site composting and e-waste recycling.
- Uses R-32 refrigerant (low-GWP) across products for enhanced energy efficiency.
- Promotes inverter technology and heat pumps (up to 80% GHG reduction vs gas boilers)
- Award-winning pollinator garden supporting monarch butterflies and native bees; drought-resistant landscaping; Adopt-a-Highway program.
- 1-megawatt solar array installed at Daikin Texas Technology Park, eliminating ~845 metric tons of CO₂ annually.
- People‑Centered Management: belief in individuals’ potential as source of competitiveness.
- Draw out enthusiasm and understanding to strengthen organization and enable individuals to demonstrate their full potential.
- Workplace where employees experience fulfillment, purpose, and can demonstrate maximum potential.
- PCM Behaviors include building genuine, trustworthy relationships and teamwork through information sharing, deep discussion, ownership, and respect.
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