Contracts Counsel– Commercial Contracts & Energy Infrastructure

ON.energy is building the power infrastructure that makes the AI era possible. As AI demand surges past what the grid and traditional data centers can support, ON.energy provides a new class of power technology proven at gigawatt scale and trusted by the world’s leading cloud and AI companies. Our systems are already deployed across 2.5 GW of hyper-scale campuses, validated by top U.S. national labs, and certified for grid-safe operation by major utilities. With real products in the field, we’re scaling faster than the grid can, transforming power from a bottleneck into a competitive advantage for the companies building the future.

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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 [email protected]

Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.