Energy Jobs in Des Moines, IA

Summary :

Meta’s Global Energy Team is seeking a highly experienced energy professional to negotiate, strategically partner internally, and manage carbon-free energy, engineered carbon solutions, and nature-based carbon solutions for our growing operating (Scope 1 & 2) and Scope 3 footprint.The Energy Manager (Carbon) will support the continued development and execution of Meta’s net zero strategy centered on system wide decarbonization that supports Meta’s operational objectives and is consistent with the company’s overall strategic priorities.

Required Skills :

Energy Manager (Carbon) Responsibilities :

Structure and negotiate, and execute new cost-competitive carbon reduction and removal offtake agreements for carbon credits

Develop and negotiate commercial frameworks for Meta’s participation in grid decarbonization projects involving transmission, nuclear, geothermal, utility-scale storage, and other advanced energy technologies, as required

Collaborate with internal organizations including net zero and sustainability, legal, policy, finance and communications to implement carbon solutions

Develop and grow relationships with key suppliers and other stakeholders

Support continued evolution and execution of Meta’s carbon supply strategy for domestic and potentially international operating footprints

Stay informed of the technical, market, and regulatory developments in the decarbonized electricity and broader carbon industries and communicate key trends, risks and potential impacts to management

Lead and support various energy projects as needed, including technology assessment and commercial negotiations

Willing to travel domestically and internationally as needed (10% to 20% at times)

Minimum Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, environmental, or energy related discipline

12+ years of experience in navigating general commercial energy or carbon issues

Proven track record of commercial success in the negotiation and development of energy or carbon solutions

Experience negotiating definitive agreements associated with energy technologies or environmental market products and services

Experience managing multiple projects and collaborating with internal staff, utility providers, consultants, and external stakeholders

Experience with Excel, Powerpoint, Google Sheets / Docs / Slides

Preferred Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience developing, acquiring, performing due diligence, and negotiating definitive agreements for utility-scale renewable energy solutions including wind, solar and storage projects or other emerging energy technologies

Experience working with carbon removal or other environmental attribute suppliers

Experience at representing business interests to the leadership teams of potential suppliers, utilities, governments, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders

Experience structuring around development risks or projects contracted multiple years from start of delivery

Public Compensation :

188,000 / year to $256,000 / year + bonus + equity + benefits

Industry : Internet

Equal Opportunity :

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

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