Project Developer - Energy Storage

What To Expect
Tesla is seeking an Energy Project Developer based in Palo Alto, CA or in Austin, TX. The Project Developer will be responsible for fostering first-of-their-kind projects to showcase Tesla battery storage hardware and software capabilities in North America.  The Project Developer is expected to lead Tesla’s efforts to develop innovative utility-scale battery storage projects from early-stage diligence to project acquisition, through to a construction-ready stage.
Successful candidates will have experience in electric generation or storage project development and the ability to manage cross-functional teams, thriving in a fast-paced work environment with diverse colleagues. We are seeking tenacious candidates with a passion for Tesla’s mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. 
What You’ll Do

• Early-stage diligence on potential sites/projects to acquire;
• Help guide Tesla’s storage development strategy with market and commercial input
• Lead development of utility-scale storage assets in key North American markets, including
• Development of a transition plan for construction and ongoing management of the projects.
• Development and communication of key project risks;
• Financial analysis of project economics;
• Coordination across internal and external stakeholders to meet key milestones (e.g. interconnection, permitting, land acquisition)
• Negotiation and contracting for project acquisitions;

What You’ll Bring

• [3+] years of prior utility-scale storage or renewable energy development and/or acquisition experience, including hands-on negotiation experience.
• Familiarity with all stages of project development, from greenfield to COD
• Excellent communication skills, particularly with external stakeholders e.g., partners, local communities, authorities, and regulators
• Strong network across the North American storage and renewable industry
• Understanding of financial modeling and critical inputs impacting project economics
• Familiarity with wholesale energy markets and project development differences, challenges and opportunities between markets (e.g., CAISO, NYISO, ISO-NE, PJM)

Travel: up to 20%
Location: Palo Alto, CA, or Austin, TX
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction

Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits

Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution

Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

LGBTQ+ care concierge services

401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits

Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays

Back-up childcare and parenting support resources

Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance

Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs

Tesla Babies program

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation
$64,000 - $258,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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