Manager PPAs and Structured Origination

RWE Supply & Trading Americas, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time / part time, permanent

About the role

Ready to make your mark in the fast-evolving clean energy landscape in the Americas? Join RWE Supply & Trading as Manager PPAs and Structured Origination, and help build a best-in-class origination business focused on delivering value for our Wind, Solar, and Battery investments. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a visible, impact-driven role where you’ll shape commercial outcomes and build lasting industry relationships.

Our ambitions for growth in the US are bold, and your expertise will be central to seizing new opportunities, forming customer partnerships, and driving innovation in structured deals. You’ll get to expand your professional reach, gain exposure and responsibility, and join a collaborative, forward-thinking team on a shared mission.

• Originate, qualify, secure, negotiate, and execute Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for wind, solar, and battery projects, driving forward RWE’s commercial ambitions.
• Lead the response to RFPs and develop robust relationships with customers, representing RWE in all key commercial interactions.
• Coordinate terms and conditions of all contracts, collaborating closely with Legal, Finance, Development, Engineering, Construction, and Operations to ensure compliance and alignment.
• Secure all required internal approvals, managing the full contract lifecycle and ensuring senior management sign-off for each transaction.
• Provide strategic market and energy marketing insights—leveraging your understanding of renewable policies, REC values, energy curves, and congestion—to inform project development and customer targeting.
• Represent RWE at industry events and keep stakeholders updated on business developments, fostering visible leadership and cross-departmental alignment.

Job requirements and experience

• Professional experience in PPA origination, structured transactions, or energy contract negotiation in the US power or similar markets
• Proven ability to manage and execute commercial agreements in renewables (wind, solar, storage)
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, comfortable in a commercial, outward-facing role
• Good understanding of US energy markets, contracting principles, and regulatory context
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a solutions-oriented approach
• Courage to take initiative and contribute ideas in a fast-paced team, while fostering collaboration and delivering results

What we value most is someone who continuously demonstrates courage, thrives to create impact and seeks to build trusting, collaborative relationships. So, even if you think you do not yet display all of the skills listed above we would still like to hear from you.

Further we welcome applications from individuals who may not be able to commit to full-time roles. At RWEST, finding the right person for the job is our top priority, and we are willing to explore flexible arrangements.

Your benefits

We want to ensure your time with us is fulfilling and rewarding. We offer a comprehensive package designed to support your well-being as well as your personal and professional growth. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Direct opportunity to grow your origination career in a team that values visibility and impact
• Clear career pathway, with exposure to senior leadership and access to international best practice
• Collaborative, diverse environment focused on innovation and teamwork
• Attractive, flexible rewards and a forward-looking culture that invests in your future
• The chance to play an integral role in building RWE’s commercial presence in the Americas
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match
• Salary range: $135,000 - $155,000

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 91036
Any questions? Contact HR: Lisa Koenen, lisa.koenen@rwe.com

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Supply & Trading is our connection to the world’s energy markets. With headquarters in Essen, Germany, the tight-knit around 2,200-strong team’s drawn from over 90 countries, and operates Europe’s largest and most advanced energy trading floor – trading a mix of electricity, gas, commodities and CO2 emission allowances. They commercially optimise our power plants’ dispatch and take care of the renewables electricity sales, too.

Tech-led and customer-focused, the teams agile mindset helps them respond and adapt intelligently to work that never stands still. Each day, there’s a chance to grow as you create the financial foundations to invest in our green future. From well-established graduate programmes to success-related recognition - you'll experience a culture energised by trust, passion and performance.