Director of EGS Business Development - North America

<p><strong>Headquartered in Reno, NV, Ormat designs, develops, builds, owns and operates geothermal and recovered energy-based power plants in the US and worldwide. With a spotless international reputation, we&rsquo;re on track to become a leading global provider of renewable energy.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>We take pride in our family-oriented business building practical green energy solutions from the ground up.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Join a team that&rsquo;s giving new life to the future of our planet.&nbsp;</strong></p>

Reno, NV, US, 89511

Ormat Technologies, Inc.

https://www.ormat.com/en/home/a/main/

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Full Time

Overview: Ormat Technologies is pioneering the next frontier of the clean energy transition through Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS). We are seeking a world-class, entrepreneurial executive for the role of Director of Enhanced Geothermal Business Development.<br /><br /> <br />This high-impact leadership position is responsible for driving Ormat&rsquo;s market-making commercial expansion across North America. Operating as a strategic bridge across the entire Ormat organization, this Director will work cross-functionally to influence regulatory pathways, leverage powerful cross-industry synergies, and architect complex, institutional-scale infrastructure deals valued at $5B+. This role reports directly to the VP of Business Development and is pivotal in establishing Ormat as the undisputed global leader in next-generation baseload renewable energy<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />
Responsibilities: <br /> <ul> <li>Cross-Organizational Integration &amp; Regulatory Influence:</li> <li>Work seamlessly across Ormat&rsquo;s business units&mdash;including legal, engineering, exploration, and operations&mdash;to align corporate capabilities with massive market opportunities.</li> <li>Drive strategy and collaborate with the VP of Business Development to actively influence industry standards, regulatory pathways, and the utilization of federal and state incentives.</li> </ul> <br /> <ul> <li>Origination and Commercial Structuring</li> <li>Originate, structure, and execute complex, large-scale capital Power Purchase Agreements and Joint Venture opportunities from initial concept through to final contract signature.</li> <li>Oversee sophisticated project finance structures, joint venture frameworks, asset risk allocation models, and long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) tailored for multi-billion-dollar energy assets.</li> <li>Act as the primary commercial owner during high-stakes negotiations, partnering effectively with legal teams to secure optimal risk mitigation and corporate outcomes.</li> </ul> <br /> <br /> <ul> <li>Relationship &amp; Pipeline Development:</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Identify, qualify, and engage with institutional energy developers, major utilities, clean tech innovators, and strategic enterprise partners to build a multi-billion-dollar project pipeline</li> <li>Serve as a primary contact capable of building absolute trust and maintaining long-cycle, C-level relationships with stakeholders</li> </ul> <br /> <br /> <ul> <li>Industry Integration:</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Leverage connections in the Oil &amp; Gas, Land, and Water sectors to unlock immense cross-industry synergies</li> </ul> <br /> <br />Other Responsibilities<br /> <ul> <li>Other duties and projects as assigned.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <br /> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree required, master's preferable with industry experience.</li> <li>10+ years of progressive experience in business development and project development. Proven success in launching new technologies or opening new energy markets.</li> <li>Strong roots and professional networks within renewable power or oil &amp; gas sectors are essential.</li> <li>Exceptional interpersonal skills with the rare ability to translate highly technical, novel engineering concepts into clear, value-driven business cases.</li> <li>Strong understanding of commercial contracts and proven negotiation skills; ability to partner effectively with legal while owning commercial outcomes.</li> <li>Must have the ability to read, write, and speak English at a level that will permit the employee to understand and communicate information in a manner that will enable the employee to perform the job duties safely and efficiently.</li> <li>Must have the ability to travel up to 40%.</li> </ul> <br /> <br />Physical Requirements<br /> <ul> <li>Job requires sitting and/or standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>The ability to work at a computer and computer monitor and use repetitive motion for long periods of time.</li> </ul>