Account Executive, Renewables (m/w/d)
Power Factors
Company Overview
Power Factors, Inc.
San Francisco, CA, United States
2013
Approximately 600 employees globally (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of approximately $126 million in FY 2023 (source: powerfactors.com).
What They Do
Power Factors develops innovative software solutions designed for monitoring, managing, and optimizing renewable energy assets across various technologies, including solar, wind, hydroelectric, and battery energy storage systems. Their flagship product, Unity, is a next-generation Renewable Energy Management Suite (REMS) launched in 2023, which integrates field sensor technology with cloud-based analytics to provide comprehensive management capabilities (source: powerfactors.com). The company’s solutions encompass the entire renewable energy asset lifecycle, offering local monitoring and controls, centralized operations, asset management capabilities, and portfolio-level oversight, all designed to enhance operational efficiency and compliance with market demands (source: powerfactors.com). Power Factors serves a diverse clientele, including independent power producers, utilities, and corporate offtakers, ensuring they meet the growing demand for clean energy solutions.
Projects & Track Record
Power Factors has established a strong track record in managing significant renewable energy projects globally. Notably, through its acquisition of Inaccess, the company has been involved in major battery storage projects, including a 300 MWac solar plant paired with a 140 MW/560 MWh battery project in California, where their Energy Management System (EMS) coordinates multiple sub-plants (source: pv-magazine.com). Additionally, the Saticoy project, a 100 MW/400 MWh battery energy storage project by Arevon Asset Management, was successfully commissioned and onboarded to Power Factors' Drive platform in May 2021 (source: pv-magazine.com). With a global footprint that includes nearly 200 GW of managed renewable assets across over 60 countries, Power Factors demonstrates its capability in delivering complex hybrid projects and managing over 34 GWh of battery energy storage systems.
Recent Developments
In July 2024, Power Factors was recognized as a Global Innovator in the COP29 Vision 2045 campaign, showcasing its commitment to sustainability and the clean energy transition (source: powerfactors.com). The company also launched a new website in August 2024, featuring the Unity renewable energy management suite and reflecting its comprehensive product evolution (source: powerfactors.com). In March 2024, Julieann Esper Rainville was appointed as the new CEO, succeeding Gary Meyers, indicating a strategic leadership transition aimed at furthering the company's growth (source: powerfactors.com). Furthermore, Power Factors was recognized in the 2025 Gartner Market Guide for Renewable Energy Management Solutions, solidifying its position as a leader in the industry (source: gartner.com).
Working There
Power Factors offers a variety of roles across multiple departments, including software engineering, product development, operations, customer success, sales, and data science. The company employs over 600 individuals globally, reflecting its growth and the expansion of its operational footprint following the Inaccess acquisition (source: linkedin.com). The organizational culture emphasizes collaboration, automation, and data-driven decision-making, aligning with its mission to empower renewable energy professionals (source: powerfactors.com). While specific employee benefits are not detailed, prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the careers page for information on health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities (source: powerfactors.com).
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Job Description
Power Factors is a software and solutions provider leading the next generation of clean energy with Unity, one of the most extensive and widely deployed renewable energy management suites (REMS) in the market. With over 300 GW of wind, solar, and energy storage assets managed worldwide across more than 600 customers and 18,000 sites, Power Factors manages 25% of the world's renewable energy data.*???
Power Factors' Unity REMS supports the entire energy value chain, from monitoring and controls to market participation. The company's suite of open, data-driven applications empowers renewable energy stakeholders to collaborate, automate critical workflows, and make more informed decisions to maximize asset returns. Energy stakeholders receive end-to-end support, including solutions for SCADA & PPC, centralized monitoring, performance management, commercial asset management, and field service management.
With deep domain expertise, AI-powered insights are delivered at scale so businesses can optimize assets, unlock growth, and make smarter decisions as the world rapidly transitions to clean energy. Power Factors fight climate change with code.
- Outside China and India
Learn more at powerfactors.com.
The Role
As a North American Account Executive, you will own the end-to-end sales cycle for high-value renewable energy accounts across the US and Canada. You will target Independent Power Producers (IPPs), Utilities, Asset Owners, and Renewable Developers, helping them optimize their portfolios using our Unity suite (SCADA, Asset Performance Management, and Commercial Asset Management).
You will act as a strategic advisor to C-Suite and VP-level stakeholders, translating complex technical challenges into clear operational ROI. This is a "hunter" role requiring a disciplined approach to territory planning, pipeline generation, and closing complex, multi-stakeholder enterprise deals.
Key Responsibilities
- Territory & Opportunity Management: Develop and execute a strategic territory plan to exceed annual sales quotas. Build and maintain a robust pipeline of 3x-4x coverage through self-sourced prospecting and marketing-led leads.
- Full-Cycle Sales Execution: Lead the entire sales process from initial discovery and qualification to negotiation and commercial close. Navigate complex buying centers involving Operations, IT, Engineering, and Finance stakeholders.
- Solution Selling: Articulate the value of the Unity platform-including SCADA, EMS, and Asset Performance Management (APM)-to solve critical challenges in asset availability, compliance, and revenue optimization.
- Strategic Account Development: Cultivate relationships with key decision-makers at target accounts (IPPs, Utilities, Asset Managers). Map out organizational structures to identify champions and economic buyers.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Solution Engineers to deliver compelling demos and Proof of Concepts (POCs). Collaborate with Marketing, Product, and Customer Success teams to ensure alignment between customer needs and our roadmap.
- Forecasting & Hygiene: Maintain rigorous CRM (Salesforce) hygiene. Provide accurate weekly, monthly, and quarterly forecasts to leadership.
Qualifications
- Experience: 5+ years of B2B enterprise SaaS sales experience, preferably within the Energy, CleanTech, or Utility sectors.
- Track Record: Proven history of consistently meeting or exceeding annual quotas (e.g., $1M+ ARR). Experience closing 6-figure+ multi-year contracts.
- Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the renewable energy landscape (Wind, Solar, BESS) is highly preferred. Understanding of SCADA, APM, Commercial Asset Management, or CMMS is a distinct advantage.
Skillset
- Expertise in consultative sales methodologies (e.g., MEDDPICC, Challenger, or similar).
- Strong negotiation and contract structuring skills.
- Ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical executives.
- Attributes: Self-starter with high "sales grit," intellectual curiosity, and a genuine passion for renewable energy and sustainability.
WHY JOIN US
By joining the Power Factors team, you'll be part of a dynamic group of innovative and driven individuals dedicated to making a positive impact. Every day, your work will directly contribute to advancing clean energy solutions and supporting global sustainability initiatives. Our culture runs deep and shows up in how we work together - committed, conscientious and collaborative. With many opportunities for professional growth, Power Factors is here to support your development as we lead the charge in transforming the energy industry.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Power Factors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to engaging a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nation
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About the role
February 21, 2026
Full Time
Company
- United States
5+ years of B2B enterprise SaaS sales experience
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