Energy and Infrastructure Sustainability Lead

Trellis Group; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 322,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

Trellis Group is seeking an experienced Energy and Infrastructure Sustainability Specialist in Santa Clara, California. You will lead NVIDIA's clean energy strategy, collaborating with various teams on energy projects that align with sustainability goals. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 12+ years of relevant experience, and deep knowledge of energy systems. The role offers a competitive salary range between 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD, along with equity and benefits.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in corporate energy management or related fields.
• Deep technical knowledge of energy systems and renewable energy technologies.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and leading clean energy strategies.

Responsibilities

• Evolve and implement NVIDIA's global clean energy strategy.
• Collaborate on planning and development of clean energy projects.
• Monitor clean energy market trends and policy developments.

Skills

Energy management

Clean energy development

Technical communication

Project management

Climate policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Job description

Time Type

Full time

NVIDIA is looking for an experienced energy and infrastructure sustainability specialist to join its Corporate Sustainability team to help power future responsibly. This role will be responsible for NVIDIA's clean energy strategy, driving implementation of related solutions for operations and datacenters. The role encompasses energy projects, operational sustainability, and policy advocacy to advance NVIDIA's sustainability goals.

What you'll be doing:

• Evolve and implement NVIDIA's global clean energy strategy
• Collaborate with internal teams on planning, development, and completion of clean energy projects across operations
• Evaluate and propose sustainability initiatives related to NVIDIA's facilities and operations, and coordinate implementation with facilities team
• Serve as a subject matter authority on energy policy, supporting NVIDIA’s broader work with policymakers, industry coalitions, and regulatory bodies to advance policies that support NVIDIA’s energy strategy
• Monitor clean energy market trends, policy developments, and new technologies to analyze opportunities and risks that impact our energy strategy

What we need to see:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• 12+ years of progressive experience in corporate energy management, clean energy development, or related fields in technology, utilities, or energy sectors
• Deep technical knowledge of energy systems, renewable energy technologies, power markets, energy procurement strategies, and grid infrastructure
• Demonstrated experience developing and leading clean energy strategies and managing sophisticated energy projects from concept through implementation
• Solid understanding of energy and climate policy at federal, state, and international levels
• Proven track record of effective communication and innovation, with outstanding written and verbal communication skills suitable for executive, technical, and policy audiences
• Experience managing cross‑functional initiatives and influencing others across the organization

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Direct experience in the data center industry, with understanding of the specific energy challenges and opportunities in AI infrastructure
• Direct experience with PPAs, VPPAs and other energy instruments
• Knowledge of emerging energy technologies such as energy storage, hydrogen, carbon capture, advanced nuclear, and geothermal
• Established relationships within the clean energy industry, policy community, or corporate sustainability networks

Your base salary will be determined based on location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.