Sr. Project Developer, Megapack

Responsibilities: Identify and evaluate prospective greenfield development sites for utility-scale solar, powered land, and energy infrastructure projects using GIS tools, transmission capacity data, and market intelligence Build landowner relationships, support negotiation of land options and leases, and coordinate title, survey, and environmental diligence Navigate local permitting and entitlement processes, including conditional use permits, site plan approvals, and public hearings Coordinate with interconnection, engineering, and origination teams to advance projects through key development milestones Build and maintain relationships with local stakeholders, including AHJs, utilities, transmission owners, community groups, and elected officials Support development of internal processes, templates, and best practices as the team scales Requirements 3–5 years of utility-scale solar, storage, or renewable energy project development experience, with meaningful greenfield development exposure Direct development experience in one or more of: ERCOT, SPP, MISO, or Western U.S. (ex-California); exposure to powered land or infrastructure siting a plus Experience with landowner outreach, option/lease agreements, and local permitting processes (CUPs, site plans, environmental review)Familiarity with interconnection processes and the ability to coordinate with specialists on queue positioning and study milestones Proficiency with GIS/mapping tools for site prospecting and screening Strong communication skills, particularly with external stakeholders including landowners, local communities, and authorities Understanding of project economics and financial modeling inputs; self-starter mentality with comfort working independently in the field

Compensation & 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 HSAHealthcare 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&DShort-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 $92,000 - $204,000/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.