Residential Energy Policy Advisor

What to Expect

Position Description

• This position is highly cross-functional and critical to Tesla’s expansion into new energy markets. 
• We’re looking for a driven professional with strong market knowledge, proven regulatory experience, government relations expertise, and the ability to thrive in dynamic, evolving environments. 

What You’ll Do

Responsibilities

• Develop government policy and strategies to scale deployment of battery energy storage and virtual power plants, creating new market opportunities for Tesla’s residential energy products 
• Monitor and analyze regulatory and legislative developments in energy markets; actively participate in workshops and regulatory proceedings to shape market designs for residential energy products such as energy storage system or AC charging 
• Promptly identify potential risks arising from regulations/requirements related to cybersecurity, communication protocols, and differences from international standards etc, and work to mitigate or eliminate such risks through consultation with relevant government ministries and regulatory authorities 
• Represent Tesla’s interests in public forums and engage proactively with policymakers, regulatory commissions, utilities, trade groups, and external stakeholders to advance energy storage initiatives through regulatory filings and legislation. Cultivate Tesla’s relationships and standing with regulatory authorities. 
• Foster effective collaboration with business development, sales and engineering teams on policy and regulatory matters and build scalable business functions aligned with Tesla’s fast-paced execution culture. 
• Support regulatory and operational compliance efforts to upload and enhance Tesla’s reputation in the market 

What You’ll Bring

• 5-10+ years of relevant work experience in the electricity or energy industry 
• Degree in a field relevant to energy, political science, economics, engineering, or utility business models, or equivalent experience (Masters, Juris Doctor, or other advanced degree preferred) 
• Deep knowledge of Japanese electricity markets and regulations (grid operations, interconnection rules, resource planning) and energy trading (JEPX/EPRX markets, battery storage and VPP operations), with the ability to translate and clearly communicate complex market rules to engineers 
• Working knowledge of utility planning processes and ability to advocate for energy storage policies at the government level (preferred: candidates with demonstrated specific policy outcomes through prior work) 
• Highly energetic and innovative personality with the ability to function autonomously in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities 
• Familiarity with developing compliance and risk management frameworks, with the ability to identify and mitigate regulatory risks that affect the business 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to synthesize and clearly communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders in English and in Japanese