Business Development Manager – Charging Infrastructure

About the role

As a Business Development professional for Tesla Charging, you will independently manage all phases of new site development, ensuring that Tesla’s charging products are placed at optimal locations for our customers. You will be responsible for site selection, contract negotiation, utility and permitting studies, and smooth hand‑off to design and installation teams.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage a pipeline of potential new charging sites that meet market goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external deployment partners.
• Conduct site due‑diligence and support utility and permitting approvals.
• Collaborate with attorneys to draft, negotiate, and execute site host agreements.
• Work closely with design and installation teams to assess costs, timelines, and project hand‑off.
• Accurately forecast milestones and document progress throughout the development process.

Required profile

• Strong negotiator with proven experience in contracts, real estate, utility planning, charging infrastructure, EV policy, and local permitting (preferred).
• Highly organized, able to manage 20+ projects simultaneously.
• Autonomous, self‑motivated, and able to drive execution without supervision.
• Business‑savvy with the ability to understand site host needs and align them with Tesla’s goals.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with CEOs, facility managers, city planners, marketing managers, and utility planners.
• Proactive risk‑management mindset to anticipate and mitigate project issues.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary and full‑time employment.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with $0 payroll deduction options.
• Family‑building benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for high‑deductible plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care.
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and other financial benefits.