Renewable Energy Business Development Specialist

TotalEnergies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TotalEnergies Renewables USA, LLC is seeking a Business Development Associate to join our team. This role can be based at our Houston, TX headquarters or our Boston, MA office and focuses on evaluating acquisition opportunities and developing renewable energy projects.

You will perform financial modelling, assist on negotiations, research market programs, and support internal stakeholders to de-risk opportunities. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role with exposure to cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Engineering, or related discipline required – Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in the energy industry – Renewable energy projects and/or investment banking preferred.
• Knowledge of energy storage fundamentals and wholesale electricity markets, tariffs, market rules.
• Demonstrated ability to support utility-scale project development through intensive financial modelling, design optimization and development support.
• Solid oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to take personal initiative while working effectively within a team.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and workstreams in a dynamic, fast-paced professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Support acquisition opportunities to determine fundamental viability and evaluate project design.
• Evaluate development assets at all stages using financial models with the project finance team.
• Assist with acquisition negotiations and due diligence to ensure project constructability.
• Research state and ISO/RTO market programs and incentives to maximize project valuations.
• Support responses to acquisition-related questions from internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and vet business plans and financial models.
• Coordinate materials for project finance and sell-down activities.
• Contribute to budget and long-term planning exercises and implementation.

Skills

Financial modelling

Energy industry experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Engineering, or related discipline

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

TotalEnergies Renewables USA, LLC is seeking a Business Development Associate to join our team. This role can be based at our Houston, TX headquarters or our Boston, MA office and focuses on evaluating acquisition opportunities and developing renewable energy projects.

You will perform financial modelling, assist on negotiations, research market programs, and support internal stakeholders to de-risk opportunities. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role with exposure to cross-functional teams.