Vice President, AMER Energy Supply & Utility Engagement

Equinix•Redwood City, CA

5d•$254,000 - $382,000

About The Position

The Vice President, AMER Energy Supply & Utility Engagement leads utility engagement and secures energy supply for operational and greenfield data center sites across the Americas, including Canada, the United States, Central America, and Latin America. The role oversees energy-supply activities such as power sourcing, utility-provider relationships, and regulatory compliance. Working closely with the Vice President of Energy Innovation, this leader drives speed to power, reliability of supply, and productive long-term relationships with utilities and regulators. The position develops and executes an Americas energy strategy aligned with Equinix’s business objectives, covering cost efficiency, sustainable growth, and reliable power availability. It oversees energy procurement and contracting, supports data center power and capacity planning, manages costs and supply risks, and ensures compliance with energy regulations and environmental standards. The Vice President also represents Equinix externally on energy trends and policy in the Americas. The position is based at the Redwood City Office GHQ. The targeted annual base-pay range is USD 254,000–382,000. Employees are eligible for a bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position. Benefits mentioned include an Employee Assistance Program; health, life, disability, and voluntary insurance plans; a retirement plan; accrued paid time off; and paid holidays.

Requirements

15 or more years of leadership experience in energy sourcing, energy procurement for data centers, or related fields, including significant executive-level experience.
Proven track record driving large-scale energy strategies, including renewable energy initiatives and infrastructure development.
Strong understanding of energy systems, procurement tactics, wholesale power markets, interconnection, and retail power supply.
Strong negotiation skills and experience managing complex contracts and relationships with suppliers, regulatory bodies, and partners.
Strong financial acumen and experience managing large-scale budgets for global organizations.
Excellent cross-functional leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to drive results through collaboration across diverse teams.
Strong people-leadership skills, including demonstrated success developing future leaders and managing globally dispersed teams.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy management, environmental science, or a related field.
Strategic understanding of energy markets, regulatory environments, and current supply challenges in the Americas.
Ability to build cross-functional relationships and coordinate energy activities across the enterprise to deliver value and anticipate customer needs.
Demonstrated ability to create an environment of innovation, growth, and improvement at scale.

Nice To Haves

Experience in data center operations, utilities, or a similar mission-critical environment.
Advanced degree.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute an Americas energy strategy aligned with business objectives, focusing on cost efficiency, sustainable growth, and reliable power availability.
Oversee energy procurement, including negotiation of power purchase agreements and other energy contracts to secure reliable, cost-effective energy.
Identify and leverage strategic partnerships with energy suppliers, utilities, and renewable energy developers.
Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure energy capacity planning supports site selection, design, and operational strategies.
Guide power infrastructure investments to support scalable, efficient, future-proofed energy solutions and long-term growth.
Monitor and control energy costs, implementing cost-reduction strategies through procurement and energy management practices.
Oversee power capacity planning and load forecasting to meet current and future demand while minimizing waste.
Ensure compliance with local, national, and international energy regulations, including environmental standards and reporting requirements.
Identify and mitigate risks related to energy supply, pricing volatility, and regulatory changes.
Engage with external stakeholders, including energy suppliers and regulators, to promote the company’s energy initiatives and commitments.
Represent the company as an external voice on energy trends and policy in the Americas at industry or regulatory events, advisory councils, standards bodies, and media engagements.