Commercial Energy Development Associate

Responsibilities

• Manage early stage opportunity sourcing and qualification for GW-scale energy and infrastructure projects
• Conduct preliminary discussions with potential partners to validate project fit
• Drive vetting of early stage projects to identify risks and mitigation pathways
• Support Commercial Leads in deal analyses, structuring, and negotiation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Technical Development, Real Estate, and Regulatory
• Analyze regulatory and policy developments impacting the energy and AI industries
• Support interconnection application processes and property tax abatement negotiations
• Own critical project data and drive synthesis for executive reporting

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in the energy or industrial real estate sector
• Experience in project development of large-scale infrastructure
• Knowledge of power marketing and PPA origination strategies
• Familiarity with the U.S. energy landscape and macro market trends
• Relevant degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
• Ability to work onsite in San Francisco 5 days per week

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI infrastructure providers, hyperscalers, or compute developers
• Growth mindset and ability to adapt to a fast-paced startup environment
• Solution-oriented approach to complex problem solving

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and Restricted Stock Units
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match
• Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Mental health and wellness support