Managing Policy Advisor, Megapack Energy Policy

Tesla

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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)

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

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