Origination Senior Associate

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

The Origination Senior Associate works under the guidance of the EVP of Origination and will focus on understanding large load interconnection structures with utilities and ISOs to support the commercial strategies across North America. The role will leverage market analytics and commercial expertise to evaluate data center growth trends, utility and RTO tariffs, transmission interconnection developments, federal and state policy trends, and behind-the-meter energy solutions so there are seamless product offerings across North America.

• Analyze large-load growth trends, data center market developments, utility tariffs, and ISO market design changes to identify new business opportunities for existing and potential large load customers
• Collaborate with utility stakeholders and regulatory organizations to track emerging tariffs, large-load interconnection frameworks, and data center energy policies
• Create presentations, market assessments, financial analyses, and executive-level materials for both internal and external stakeholders
• Support the C&I Origination team on hyper-scaler RFPs and product solutions
• Create and present deliverables to both internal and external parties to advance department objectives
• Monitor emerging trends in AI-driven data center growth, electrification, distributed energy resources, and corporate sustainability procurement strategies

Full time

This role has the ability to work out of any of our regional offices - Houston, Chicago, NYC, Indianapolis, Kansas City, or Portland

Work Hybrid schedule, three days in the office and two days remote

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Energy Management, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in renewable energy, energy structuring, utility power markets, corporate energy procurement, data center energy strategy, or other energy focused roles
• Understanding of energy procurement strategies used by hyperscale technology companies and large data center operators
• Familiarity with utility service tariffs, large-load interconnection processes, transmission planning, and power market design
• Experience with PPAs, renewable energy procurement, battery storage transactions, and behind-the-meter energy solutions
• Knowledge of wholesale power markets including CAISO, ERCOT, PJM, MISO, or SPP
• Experience evaluating load growth opportunities associated with data centers, AI infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, or electrification initiatives

Up to 40%

• Strong written, analytical, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex energy market concepts to diverse stakeholders
• Exceptional quantitative capabilities with the ability to evaluate commercial opportunities and market risks
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to engage utilities, technology companies, consultants, developers, and energy buyers
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and…