Senior Manager, Energy Project Development

Job Posting Title: Senior Manager, Energy Project Development
Job Summary: In this role you will lead early-stage development of onsite energy projects across Walmart’s portfolio, including opportunity screening, feasibility assessment, business case development, and cross-functional execution support, while helping scale the tools and workflows that support Walmart’s onsite energy program. As energy becomes increasingly important to Walmart’s growth, cost leadership, resilience, and emissions reduction strategy, the Walmart Energy team is building solutions that help the business operate more reliably, affordably, and sustainably. This role sits on the Onsite Energy Solutions team and is responsible for advancing onsite distributed generation opportunities across Walmart’s portfolio of retail facilities.
Job Posting Description: Position Summary... In this role you will lead early-stage development of onsite energy projects across Walmart’s portfolio, including opportunity screening, feasibility assessment, business case development, and cross-functional execution support, while helping scale the tools and workflows that support Walmart’s onsite energy program. As energy becomes increasingly important to Walmart’s growth, cost leadership, resilience, and emissions reduction strategy, the Walmart Energy team is building solutions that help the business operate more reliably, affordably, and sustainably. This role sits on the Onsite Energy Solutions team and is responsible for advancing onsite distributed generation opportunities across Walmart’s portfolio of retail facilities. What you'll do... Lead early-stage development of onsite energy projects from initial screening through handoff to execution partners Assess project feasibility by evaluating energy markets, tariffs, operating needs, project economics, incentives, permitting, risks, and timelines Apply technologies such as solar, battery storage, fuel cells, generators, and microgrid controls to improve affordability, resiliency, and environmental performance Use AI tools, analytics, and portfolio-scale site screening to evaluate large numbers of sites, prioritize opportunities, and develop scalable project strategies Develop business cases and present data-driven recommendations to senior leadership Manage external developers and coordinate cross-functionally to advance projects efficiently across new and existing stores What you’ll bring... Experience developing onsite energy solutions, including solar, battery storage, generators, fuel cells, and microgrids Strong ability to evaluate distributed generation impacts on energy costs, resiliency, and project value Experience assessing project feasibility, development risk, and commercial outcomes Experience using AI tools, analytics, and large datasets to screen and prioritize large portfolios of sites Strong ability to build business cases and communicate recommendations to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders Experience structuring and negotiating commercial terms for energy transactions, including PPAs, ESAs, and build-transfer agreements, from either the buyer or seller perspective Proficiency reviewing technical and financial modeling outputs; experience with Energy Toolbase, HelioScope, PVsyst, Xendee, or similar tools is preferred Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy systems, business, economics, finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience; advanced degree or certifications such as PMP, CEM, PE, NABCEP, or similar are preferred At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart. The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ ‎ Minimum Qualifications... Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, renewable energy, environmental science, or related area and 3 years' experience in energy project development. Option 2: 5 years' experience in engineering, renewable energy, environmental science, or related area. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications... Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications. Distributed energy project development, specifically solar and energy storage, Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field (power system emphasis desired)., Project management experience in the solar and/or energy industry Primary Location... 814 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.
Minimum Pay: 90000
Maximum Pay: 180000
Pay Frequency: Annual
City: BENTONVILLE
State: AR
Country: United States
Job Area: : [Supply Chain and Transportation, Corporate]
Job Category: : [Engineering, Engineering]
Management Level: G
Job Family: Sustainability - Environmental/Energy
Brand: Walmart