Contracts Counsel– Commercial Contracts & Energy Infrastructure
ON.energy
| Company | ON.energy |
| Category | Legal & Compliance |
| Location | Houston |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
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
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