Managing Policy Advisor, Megapack Energy Policy

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a Managing Policy Advisor to join the Energy Policy Team, focusing on regulatory, market, and legislative initiatives across North America to accelerate the deployment of Tesla's energy products. This role will primarily support grid-scale battery energy storage projects through close collaboration with the Policy and Megapack Energy Teams. Additionally, the position may involve supporting Tesla's residential energy interests as needed, contributing to the company's mission of advancing sustainable energy solutions.

What You'll Do

* Develop state-level policy strategies to scale deployment of battery energy storage and create new market opportunities

* Engage proactively with policymakers, regulatory commissions, utilities, trade groups, and external stakeholders to advocate for energy priorities through regulatory filings and legislation

* Foster effective collaboration between Tesla's policy, business development, operations, and engineering teams on policy and regulatory matters

* Monitor and analyze regulatory and legislative developments to inform strategic advocacy efforts

* Represent Tesla's interests in public forums, hearings, and stakeholder meetings to advance energy storage initiatives

What You'll Bring

* 6+ years of relevant work experience in the electricity or energy industry

* Degree in a field relevant to energy, political science, economics, or utility business models, or equivalent experience (Masters, Juris Doctor, or other advanced degree preferred)

* Deep knowledge of electric utility regulations, regional transmission system operations, utility resource planning processes, and interconnection rules

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to synthesize and clearly communicate technical information

* Working knowledge of utility planning processes and ability to advocate for energy storage policies at the state level (preferred: candidates with demonstrated specific policy outcomes through prior work)

* Highly energetic personality with the ability to function autonomously in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

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:

* Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)

* Employee Assistance Program

* Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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

$76,000 - $228,000/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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Managing Policy Advisor, Megapack Energy Policy

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