Data Centers Strategy & Business Development Expert

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Our Business Unit is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

The Strategy and Business Development department of the Hydrogen and Data Centers Business Unit, part of the EDP group, is looking for a Data Centers Strategy & Business Development Expert.

What you will do:

• Track regulatory developments, market trends, and competitive activity to support accurate market intelligence for the data center opportunity pipeline.
• Conduct research and preliminary analysis to help identify and screen new project opportunities, including early stage assessments.
• Evaluate project concepts and power sourcing strategies, preparing supporting materials and coordinating inputs from internal technical, regulatory, and commercial teams.
• Maintain organized project documentation, trackers, and coordination workflows across the H2 & DC Business Unit and regional teams.
• Prepare draft presentations, reports, and briefing materials for internal meetings and selected external engagements under senior guidance.
• Interact with external stakeholders-such as project developers, partners, and customers-by coordinating information requests, meeting preparation, and follow ups.
• Provide analytical inputs for internal strategic discussions, planning exercises, and portfolio reviews.

Employment type: Full-Time

Work site: Hybrid Model

City: Houston, TX, Houston (preferably) but may be other cities

What are we looking for:

• University Degree, preferable in engineering, economics or management,
• At least 6 years of experience in the energy sector, preferably in a similar role,
• Deep knowledge of the energy markets and regulations, with a strong focus on the power market dynamics in the decarbonization context, and of the business models of different technologies (wind, solar, storage, electrolyzers),
• Experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and in public speaking,
• Availability for frequent travelling (flexibility required),
• Strong analytical, teamwork and communication skill,
• Fluency in English

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;

Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;

Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute

Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundacion Masfamilia

Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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