The Utility Energy Asset Manager plays a pivotal role in the success and optimization of Tesla's expanding portfolio of utility-scale battery storage projects. This position serves as the main point of contact for owners of deployed Megapack projects and is responsible for overseeing the commercial and operational performance of these energy assets, ensuring they meet their intended objectives and deliver value to both customers and stakeholders. The role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and interpersonal skills to drive project success and alignment with Tesla's mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.
Responsibilities - Maintain a close relationship with the customers of our deployed Utility Scale battery storage energy and ensure positive customer sentiment
- Facilitate, in coordination with other internal teams, monitor and challenge the operational performance and optimization metrics to achieve project's highest possible availability and gross profit
- Work closely with the onsite operations team to ensure safe and efficient operations of the asset
- Manage and resolve legal, contractual, regulatory, and commercial issues as they arise
- Negotiate contract amendments, renewals, etc. as needed
- Monitor and influence all maintenance and operations for the assets based on fleet health, organizational priorities, and current fiscal relationship with end customer
- Work with internal and external resources to develop strategies that streamline operations, reduce operational risk and ensure all obligations are met
Requirements - Intimate knowledge of energy and renewable markets, including current technologies, regulations, and trends
- Experience with the operations and maintenance of Power Plant systems in sectors like solar, wind, thermal, coal, hydro, or nuclear
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent industry experience
- Strong attention to detail, multi-tasking abilities, effective communication skills, and exceptional organizational skills, complemented by strong business acumen and a strategic approach with a commercial mindset
- Self-driven with the ability to work independently, research, and implement new knowledge effectively
- Strong leadership abilities to inspire and influence action with internal and external stakeholders
- Proficiency in service agreements, legal contracts, negotiations, and financial metrics analysis
Compensation and Benefits 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)
- 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
$80,000 - $186,000/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.
