Senior Decarbonization Engineer (Remote - US)
Company: Energy Solutions
Location: Oakland
Posted on: October 22, 2024
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Job Description:
Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with
talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture,
and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus
on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can
be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and
water-use savings. Since 1995, we've harnessed that power to offer
proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government,
and institutional customers.We are currently seeking a full-time
Senior Decarbonization Engineer to join our Business Strategy
Department as a technology strategist and project manager focused
on collaborating with internal and external stakeholders on
research and assessments of a variety of technology families within
the Energy Efficiency and Building Decarbonization portfolios.
As a member of the Energy Solutions team, you will have a broad
impact on state and local markets within California through our
work for the three electric Investor Owned Utilities (IOUs),
Community Choice Aggregators (CCAs) and Regional Energy Networks
(RENs) as well as regional and state agencies and other national
leaders in emerging technologies. This unique opportunity, paired
with Energy Solutions' mission driven approach, creates a perfect
environment for individuals who want to apply their skills and
energy towards an expeditious transition to a low carbon
future.
The candidate selected to fill this position will have experience
in an array of technologies with deep technical expertise in HVAC,
refrigeration, and other mechanical systems common in residential,
commercial, and industrial spaces. This includes a comprehensive
understanding of equipment efficiency and building / system design
interactions to achieve enhanced energy performance. Technologies
of particular importance include but are not limited to: heat pump
technologies (including air-source heat pumps, hydronic heat pumps,
and variable refrigerant flow systems), energy and heat recovery
systems, dedicated outdoor air systems, refrigeration systems,
motor driven systems (including high performance fans and pumps and
air distribution system design), low global warming potential
refrigerants, thermal energy storage, and load management / demand
flexibility. A track record of successful emerging technologies
assessment and stakeholder engagement is helpful, including
experience with manufacturers and other supply chain actors,
technology assessments, market research, and outreach with
technology market actors.
Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develop and lead both short-term and long-term strategies to
optimize energy savings, load management potential, and GHG
reductions through emerging technology research projects or other
market studies
Analyze the savings, costs, and other impacts of energy efficient
and low carbon technologies in the context of energy policyand
emerging market trends
Oversee product testing and other primary data collection
strategies needed to fill data gaps in emerging technology
research
Participate in industry working groups and technical committees in
support of technology families and/or end-use categories
Develop strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders to ensure
emerging technology studies address identified market barriers and
have ample stakeholder support
Write reports on technical topics, such as technology research,
including energy savings analyses, cost-effectiveness analyses, and
market impacts analyses, technology dissemination, and technology
transfer
Develop and deliver presentations on technical topics to a variety
of audiences, including utility/program administrators, , program
implementers, technology companies, research organizations,
government agency decision makers, engineers, and other
stakeholders
Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical engineering
preferred)
A minimum of 10 years of engineering or work experience in related
area
Preferred Qualifications:
A Master's degree in engineering and/or PE license (mechanical
engineering preferred)
At least 12 years of engineering or work experience in related
area
Experience in conducting primary or secondary research on various
technology families including HVAC, Plug Loads & Appliances,
Process Loads, Water Heating and Whole Building
Experience in the development process of California's Title 20, US
DOE's Appliance Standards Program, EPA's Energy Star Program, or
other state, national, or international appliance or equipment
standards efforts.
Excellent verbal communication skills, demonstrated ability to
write reports, technical papers, and provide technical
presentations to knowledgeable audiences
Experience representing large organizations in public meetings,
including government hearings
Track record of success working in collaborative roles with diverse
teams of partners and industry stakeholders
Existing network of professional contacts that contribute to
emerging technologies research
Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges to support our
company's mission
Willingness to conduct occasional business travel
Compensation is commensurate with experience within the pay bands
of $110,000 - $135,000/AnnuallyCompensation is commensurate with
experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy
Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical,
dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and
an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Office Locations and a Remote Workforce
Energy Solutions is a predominantly remote workforce with offices
in six different locations. At this time, we are not accepting
applications from the following states (Alaska, Delaware, Kentucky,
Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Wyoming).
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility
We live out our mission day in and day out by helping our clients
and communities generate clean energy solutions the world needs.
Our success is dependent on developing a team of creative thinkers,
innovators, and a workforce that reflects the diversity of our
world. To that end, we're committed to hiring, promoting, and
retaining a diversity of talent, and infusing inclusion, diversity,
equity, and accessibility (IDEA) throughout our business. We
encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds and all walks of
life to apply. Come grow with us at Energy Solutions!
Background Check Information
Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background
check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S.
indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is
an equal opportunity employer.
Reasonable Accommodations
Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable
accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require
accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, and/or
completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating
in the employee selection process, please email .
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