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INTRODUCTION
TotalEnergies is implementing its Integrated Power Business activities, with a global footprint, bringing together its assets and capabilities to deliver power solutions to end consumers across the power value chain. This combines renewable energy, flexible assets, behind the meter solutions, wholesale markets and customer tools to (i) monetize Totalenergies renewable energy and (ii) provide value added low carbon power solutions to customers.
As part of such Integrated Power ambition, the Flexible Power and Integration Business Unit focuses primarily on de-regulated energy markets, in particular EU, US, Australia and Brazil but also provides power related solutions in regulated markets globally for B2B and local utility customers.
The company is developing organically and via M&A capabilities and power flows along the power chain in the US, in particular renewable power production and utility scale flexibility. Historically the interaction with large B2B customers for power has been virtual pay as produced PPAs from TTE production. The objective is now to expand the portfolio of offerings to include 3rd party renewable energy sales, clean firm power solutions, physical supply to customers and behind the meter solutions to create flexibility and capture long term value.
An instrumental part of our team is the Business Development Manager.
Accountabilities:
- Origination, front, structure, negotiate, contract and manage clean firm power PPAs to LB2B buyers (ST/LT, PAP and structured / stand alone and or embedded in physical supply contracts).
- This will require strong interface with expertise from Trading and PIM. Be force of innovation, and constantly out in the market to test new solutions.
- Ensuring actions in place to meet CPPA P&L et C-PPA GW Targets, and ensuring effective and timely tracking of the P&L.
- Organizing customer interface, contracting support, regulation and pricing support.
- Strong coordination required with the rest of the C-PPA Team, and HQ LB2B CPPA teams.
- Expected to help develop and be responsible for by 2030 (from 0 starting point):
- US LB2B Team: 20+ TWh of renewable energy sales on PPAs (TTE and 3rd party). Clean Firm Power to contribute up to 25% of these volumes.
- Gross margin generation of 20+ M$/y by 2030, of which 50% to come from Clean Firm Power.
- Geography: entire US markets – primary focus on the largest de-regulated US sub-markets: ERCOT, PJM and CAISO markets.
- Develop analytics and valuation tools and processes for CPPA team to value contracts, hedges (in coordination with Trading).
- Support clean firm power initiatives across all the US, coordinating all internal stakeholders' contributions.
- Support sales in Data Center and Food & Beverage Segments - Support Clearway Energy interfaces for FPI.
Activités
1. Support origination and execution of integrated firm power integrated power contract(s) and solutions
- Identify, originate in collaboration with the rest of C-PPA team existing and potential B2B customer opportunities to pilot and execute structured integrated power offer.
- Focus on industrial customers, and green H2 projects.
- Likely ERCOT to orient around physical assets to start with, and expansion in other ISOs such as CAISO and PJM.
- Manage and lead the coordination of internal contributors, PIM, Trading, etc.
2. Business Model/Offer Development
- Identify market leading integrated power offers, target pricing, key components and assess internal capabilities and gaps and recommended remediations.
- Establish external partnerships / participate along with the rest of the C-PPA team in the execution of external transactions required to fill gaps in offer components.
- Coordinate with and support internal modeling/analytics teams and tools to support solution scoping and valuation.
- Develop marketing, external facing content for Clean Firm Power offer.
- Make recommendations for physical asset and MW capacity to support growth and market expansion.
3. Team Collaboration
- Develop analytics and valuation tools and processes for CPPA team to value contracts, hedges (in coordination with Trading).
- Be an active contributor to the C-PPA team and ensure seamless collaboration with all internal stakeholders. Other than with the US C-PPA team active, collaboration is expected with the C-PPA team based in Paris, One B-to-B PIM and TGPNA.
Qualifications / Experience:
- Graduate / degree level qualifications.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in energy markets & renewable energy solutions including ideally on the customer buy side.
- Strong and proven track record of energy related solutions development for B2B customers (showing innovation, process, commercial, value creation).
- Project management experience and skills including set up of new functions and processes / products.
- Strong analytical and risk skills.
The base salary range for this position is $130,000 - 160,000. If you are hired at TotalEnergies, your base salary is determined on factors such as skills, experience, geographic location, and other market conditions. While it's not typical for offers to be made at the top of the range, please keep in mind that the base salary range is only one component of your overall compensation. Additionally, you are eligible for the benefits and performance bonus.
Informations supplémentaires
TotalEnergies valorise la diversité, promeut le développement individuel et offre des opportunités d'emploi égales à tous les candidats.
Working at TotalEnergies
At TotalEnergies we are committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships among our team members. Our office-based employees work together from dynamic workspaces to build teamwork through collaboration while also having the flexibility to work from home 1 to 2 days per week.
What We Provide
TotalEnergies offers a robust comprehensive benefits package available to employees on the first day of hire. These benefits include but are not limited to generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSA with company contributions, health FSA, commuter benefits or paid parking, 401(k) plan with employer match, pension plan, life & accident insurances, generous parental leave, education assistance, fitness subsidy and more.
International Consideration
TotalEnergies regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.

INTRODUCTION
TotalEnergies is implementing its Integrated Power Business activities, with a global footprint, bringing together its assets and capabilities to deliver power solutions to end consumers across the power value chain. This combines renewable energy, flexible assets, behind the meter solutions, wholesale markets and customer tools to (i) monetize Totalenergies renewable energy and (ii) provide value added low carbon power solutions to customers.
As part of such Integrated Power ambition, the Flexible Power and Integration Business Unit focuses primarily on de-regulated energy markets, in particular EU, US, Australia and Brazil but also provides power related solutions in regulated markets globally for B2B and local utility customers.
The company is developing organically and via M&A capabilities and power flows along the power chain in the US, in particular renewable power production and utility scale flexibility. Historically the interaction with large B2B customers for power has been virtual pay as produced PPAs from TTE production. The objective is now to expand the portfolio of offerings to include 3rd party renewable energy sales, clean firm power solutions, physical supply to customers and behind the meter solutions to create flexibility and capture long term value.
An instrumental part of our team is the Business Development Manager.
Accountabilities:
- Origination, front, structure, negotiate, contract and manage clean firm power PPAs to LB2B buyers (ST/LT, PAP and structured / stand alone and or embedded in physical supply contracts).
- This will require strong interface with expertise from Trading and PIM. Be force of innovation, and constantly out in the market to test new solutions.
- Ensuring actions in place to meet CPPA P&L et C-PPA GW Targets, and ensuring effective and timely tracking of the P&L.
- Organizing customer interface, contracting support, regulation and pricing support.
- Strong coordination required with the rest of the C-PPA Team, and HQ LB2B CPPA teams.
- Expected to help develop and be responsible for by 2030 (from 0 starting point):
- US LB2B Team: 20+ TWh of renewable energy sales on PPAs (TTE and 3rd party). Clean Firm Power to contribute up to 25% of these volumes.
- Gross margin generation of 20+ M$/y by 2030, of which 50% to come from Clean Firm Power.
- Geography: entire US markets – primary focus on the largest de-regulated US sub-markets: ERCOT, PJM and CAISO markets.
- Develop analytics and valuation tools and processes for CPPA team to value contracts, hedges (in coordination with Trading).
- Support clean firm power initiatives across all the US, coordinating all internal stakeholders' contributions.
- Support sales in Data Center and Food & Beverage Segments - Support Clearway Energy interfaces for FPI.
Activités
1. Support origination and execution of integrated firm power integrated power contract(s) and solutions
- Identify, originate in collaboration with the rest of C-PPA team existing and potential B2B customer opportunities to pilot and execute structured integrated power offer.
- Focus on industrial customers, and green H2 projects.
- Likely ERCOT to orient around physical assets to start with, and expansion in other ISOs such as CAISO and PJM.
- Manage and lead the coordination of internal contributors, PIM, Trading, etc.
2. Business Model/Offer Development
- Identify market leading integrated power offers, target pricing, key components and assess internal capabilities and gaps and recommended remediations.
- Establish external partnerships / participate along with the rest of the C-PPA team in the execution of external transactions required to fill gaps in offer components.
- Coordinate with and support internal modeling/analytics teams and tools to support solution scoping and valuation.
- Develop marketing, external facing content for Clean Firm Power offer.
- Make recommendations for physical asset and MW capacity to support growth and market expansion.
3. Team Collaboration
- Develop analytics and valuation tools and processes for CPPA team to value contracts, hedges (in coordination with Trading).
- Be an active contributor to the C-PPA team and ensure seamless collaboration with all internal stakeholders. Other than with the US C-PPA team active, collaboration is expected with the C-PPA team based in Paris, One B-to-B PIM and TGPNA.
Qualifications / Experience:
- Graduate / degree level qualifications.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in energy markets & renewable energy solutions including ideally on the customer buy side.
- Strong and proven track record of energy related solutions development for B2B customers (showing innovation, process, commercial, value creation).
- Project management experience and skills including set up of new functions and processes / products.
- Strong analytical and risk skills.
The base salary range for this position is $130,000 - 160,000. If you are hired at TotalEnergies, your base salary is determined on factors such as skills, experience, geographic location, and other market conditions. While it's not typical for offers to be made at the top of the range, please keep in mind that the base salary range is only one component of your overall compensation. Additionally, you are eligible for the benefits and performance bonus.
Informations supplémentaires
TotalEnergies valorise la diversité, promeut le développement individuel et offre des opportunités d'emploi égales à tous les candidats.
Working at TotalEnergies
At TotalEnergies we are committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships among our team members. Our office-based employees work together from dynamic workspaces to build teamwork through collaboration while also having the flexibility to work from home 1 to 2 days per week.
What We Provide
TotalEnergies offers a robust comprehensive benefits package available to employees on the first day of hire. These benefits include but are not limited to generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSA with company contributions, health FSA, commuter benefits or paid parking, 401(k) plan with employer match, pension plan, life & accident insurances, generous parental leave, education assistance, fitness subsidy and more.
International Consideration
TotalEnergies regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.
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Which energy companies in California sponsor TN visas?
Large integrated utilities and oil and gas companies are the most consistent TN sponsors in California. Pacific Gas and Electric, Southern California Edison, Chevron, Sempra Energy, and NextEra Energy Resources have hired TN workers in technical and engineering capacities. Smaller renewable energy developers and grid consulting firms also sponsor TN visas, particularly for electrical engineers and environmental scientists supporting project development.
Which California cities have the most energy TN sponsorship jobs?
Houston has the highest concentration nationally, but within California, San Francisco and Oakland anchor utility and clean energy hiring tied to PG&E and regional grid operators. Los Angeles and San Diego are strong for renewable energy and Sempra-affiliated roles. Sacramento draws policy-adjacent technical positions, and the Central Valley sees demand for petroleum and environmental engineers tied to oil extraction and remediation work.
What types of energy roles typically qualify for TN sponsorship in California?
TN eligibility in the energy sector generally requires the role to fall within a recognized USMCA occupation category. Engineers (electrical, mechanical, petroleum, chemical, and environmental) qualify most reliably. Geologists and geophysicists are covered for oil and gas roles. Computer systems analysts supporting grid management or SCADA systems can qualify. Positions that are primarily managerial or trade-based, without a direct bachelor's degree requirement in a specific technical field, typically do not qualify.
How do I find energy TN sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by TN visa type, the energy industry, and California as the state to see roles from employers who have indicated willingness to sponsor. This saves time compared to sorting through general job postings where sponsorship details are often unclear. Migrate Mate focuses on international candidates, so energy TN roles in California are surfaced without the noise of listings that exclude visa holders.
Are there California-specific considerations for TN sponsorship in the energy industry?
California's strict environmental regulations and ambitious clean energy mandates create consistent demand for technical professionals, which supports TN hiring activity. However, some California energy employers are subject to state labor rules that affect how they structure employment offers and documentation. The TN process itself is federal and does not vary by state, but employers in regulated California utility sectors may have additional internal compliance steps before extending a sponsored offer.
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