Business Development Analyst, Capital Deployment

What to Expect

At Tesla Energy, we're revolutionizing utility-scale battery storage with Megapack, and our Capital Deployment team is a key enabler of the mission. The team is focused on developing financing solutions to help Megapack customers rapidly deploy their projects. As a Business Development Analyst, you'll support the team by diving into financial analysis, market research, and deal execution-helping standardize the financial products we offer, build partnerships, and launch new investment vehicles. This is a high-impact role where your analytical skills will directly contribute to scaling sustainable energy solutions, working closely with leadership in a fast-paced environment that rewards innovation and precision.

Position is available in Palo Alto, CA or Austin, TX.

What You'll Do

Assist in deploying capital by conducting financial modeling, risk assessments, and due diligence for customer-owned large-scale battery storage projectsSupport the standardization of financial products for Megapack customers, including term loans, construction financing, and bridge loans, by analyzing data and preparing templates for global implementationHelp build and maintain relationships with banks, PE funds, and investors through research, outreach preparation, and tracking partnership opportunitiesPerform market analysis on US utility-scale storage/renewables trends, regulatory changes (e.g., FERC, ISO/RTOs), and project development processes to inform team strategiesAid in launching new investment vehicles by gathering data, modeling scenarios, and supporting structuring

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 2-5 years of experience in utility-scale energy project finance, investment banking, or renewables/energy analysis
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling (e.g., Excel, Bloomberg, Python) and risk evaluation for creative deal structures
• Solid understanding of the US utility-scale storage/renewables space, including market dynamics, regulations, and project development lifecycles (from feasibility to operations)
• Excellent research and communication abilities, with a knack for synthesizing data into actionable insights
• Global perspective is a plus, especially in regions like Latin America, Europe, or the Middle East

Compensation and Benefits

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 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

Expected Compensation

$80,000 - $300,000/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.

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Business Development Analyst, Capital Deployment

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