ON.energy is building the backbone of energy and AI infrastructure powering grid-safe data centers and mission-critical facilities. The company supplies and operates hyperscale power systems that solve the toughest resilience challenges, delivering custom solutions for AI data centers, mission-critical facilities, and front-of-the-meter assets. ON recently announced a 5GW partnership, with 3GW currently under construction across multiple hyperscale data center campuses. With patented technology and proprietary software, ON.energy develops projects worldwide that set new benchmarks for resilience.
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Location: Hybrid Houston, TX or Tysons, VA / Remote will be considered
Type: Permanent, full time
ON.energy is seeking a
Contracts Counsel to review and negotiate supply chain contracts, sales contracts, and related commercial agreements, as well as provide project execution support across our energy storage, power infrastructure, and data center energy solutions. This role centers on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a high volume of commercial agreements with suppliers, equipment vendors, contractors, customers, and project partners. The Contracts Counsel will work closely with procurement, supply chain, sales, and project execution teams to move contracts efficiently from intake through signature and through execution while identifying and managing commercial and legal risk together with managing counsel.
Complex Contract Negotiation
Lead negotiation and drafting of sophisticated agreements, including:
- Energy storage project agreements
- Power purchase agreements (PPAs)
- Energy services agreements (ESAs)
- Data center energy supply agreements
- Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) contracts
- Equipment supply and technology licensing agreements
- Interconnection and grid services agreements
- Joint development and partnership agreements
- Vendor and procurement contracts
Project Execution Support
Support project teams through the execution phase of active contracts, including:
- Draft, review, and negotiate change orders, contract amendments, and scope adjustments
- Advise project teams on contract interpretation, rights, and obligations as work progresses
- Prepare and respond to notices, claims, and requests for equitable adjustment
- Track key deliverables, milestones, and deadlines through project close-out
- Escalate and help resolve commercial disputes arising during project delivery
Contract Lifecycle & Process Optimization
- Oversee the company's contract lifecycle management systems and processes
- Develop standardized contract templates for recurring agreements
- Improve efficiency in contract negotiation and execution across the organization
- Develop internal frameworks for contract approval, risk review, and governance
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Partner with development, engineering, finance, procurement, and commercial teams
- Provide legal training and guidance across the organization on contracting and risk management
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- 5+ years of legal experience at a law firm or in a relevant industry, with a focus on contract review and negotiation
- Experience in the energy, power infrastructure, construction, or supply chain sectors
- Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts
- Prior law firm or in-house experience supporting supply chain or energy contracts preferred
Expertise
- Energy infrastructure contracting
- Complex commercial contract negotiations
- Contract review, negotiation, and execution support
- Supply chain and procurement agreements
Key Competencies
- Contract drafting and negotiation
- Precision, attention to detail, and clear communication
- Commercial negotiation excellence
- Supply chain and procurement contracting
- Risk management and governance
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team player
For US-based roles - What you'll get:
- Competitive salary + annual performance-based bonus eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
For Mexico-based roles - What you'll get:
- Competitive salary + annual performance bonus eligibility
- Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo): 30 days
- Major medical expenses and life insurance
- Paid time off and holidays (per local policy)
For all roles:
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energy
- Equal Opportunity: ON.energy is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.
- Accommodations: If you need an accommodation during the application process, email recruitment@onenergystorage.com
- Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.
Agency Notice: ON.energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted without a fully executed Master Services Agreement (MSA) and a written request from an authorized member of our Talent Acquisition team will be considered the property of ON.energy. No placement fees or compensation will be paid for unsolicited candidate submissions.