REC & Power Trader

REC & Power Trader Tesla Motors, Inc. paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Texas, Austin Apr 17, 2026
What to Expect Tesla is seeking a REC & Power Trader to join its Corporate Development team. The REC & Power Trader will lead origination, trading, and operations related to revenue generating transactions across environmental and power markets in North America and Europe. The successful candidate will be passionate about Tesla's mission and demonstrate strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and exceptional attention to detail. The ability to work under pressure and solve problems confidently is essential. This position will be based in Austin, TX. What You'll Do
Manage all trading of RECs to optimize Tesla's global renewable energy positions across voluntary and compliance markets
Negotiate commercial agreements, including ISDAs, NAESB, and EEIs, related to energy trading in North America and Europe to support the growth of Tesla's energy market activity across various business units and regions
Enable trading of environmental and power products on ICE, NODAL, and other exchanges by coordinating with legal, treasury, credit, accounting and compliance
Manage the ongoing reporting, delivery, and invoice requirements associated with all renewable energy credit and power transactions
Provide detailed fundamental market analysis to inform business units across the company regarding their exposure to power markets and advise on trading decisions
Develop expert local market knowledge on new and existing regulations that affect renewable energy and power markets around the world to guide and inform policy position
Produce weekly and monthly financial reports and ensure accurate internal and external financial reporting by working with finance, treasury, accounting and audit teams What You'll Bring
Fluent in English with proficiency in at least one other language (French or Spanish preferred)
Evidence of exceptional ability in a professional capacity, with 2-3 years of experience in physical commodities, environmental products, or capital markets
Degree in Mathematics, Economics, Business, Finance, Engineering, or equivalent experience
Ability to read, interpret, and synthesize complex topics such as financial statements, analyst reports, regulations, and technical documents into concise summaries for senior business leaders and external stakeholders
Exceptional attention to detail with excellent technical skills, including proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint, and familiarity with Python or R preferred, along with experience leveraging tools for automation
Highly collaborative and team-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfort with ambiguity, analytical and creative first principles thinking, with the ability to solve problems with limited information 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