Energy and Technology Engineer
Location: Hybrid - Reston, Virginia
- In office presence required. If not local to DMV, please include relocation date in resume or cover letter for immediate consideration.
Want to apply your engineering and analytical skills to support the development and execution of clean energy research and development programs? You can at ICF. We solve the most challenging issues facing the energy industry today while informing the future of global energy use.
ICF is seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated candidate to help federal government clients implement and evolve their manufacturing, energy efficiency, and technology programs. This position will be based in our Reston, VA headquarters office and may require periodic travel. Successful candidates will support the implementation of U.S. government energy research, development, and deployment (RD&D) programs focused on advancing manufacturing technologies.
What you will be doing:
- Providing technical assistance on a variety of topics including:
- Evaluating possible energy or water savings.
- Evaluating technical and commercial project viability.
- Conducting technical, energy, environmental, and economic benefits analyses.
- Performing market and technology assessments.
- Providing financing and innovation assessments.
- Supporting all phases of U.S. government program or project management, from project inception to closeout.
- Synthesizing and analyzing data and models related to energy technologies and trends.
- Synthesizing and analyzing technology R&D project and program information.
- Developing technical communications (reports, white papers, fact sheets, research summaries, briefings)
- Preparing, reviewing, and analyzing technical reports and assessments.
- Conducting internet and literature research.
- Engaging and communicating with internal and external program stakeholder groups, including understanding stakeholder group needs, priorities, and issues.
- Conducting research and analysis of energy efficiency, electrification, renewable energy, and decarbonization programs and policies.
Minimum qualifications:
- Master’s degree in mechanical, materials, chemical, or other relevant engineering discipline.
- 4+ years of relevant technical expertise in one or more of the following industries/sectors:
- Project and construction monitoring experience.
- Project financial deals for methane detection / emissions monitoring; sustainable aviation fuels; and/or gasification / carbon capture.
- Utility deals for solar; transmission; battery energy storage system (BESS); virtual power plants (VPP); hydro; nuclear; geothermal; gas pipeline.
Preferred qualifications:
- 5 to 8+ years of relevant technical expertise in one or more of the following industries/sectors:
- Project and construction monitoring experience.
- Project financial deals for methane detection / emissions monitoring; sustainable aviation fuels; and/or gasification / carbon capture.
- Utility deals for solar; transmission; battery energy storage system (BESS); virtual power plants (VPP); hydro; nuclear; geothermal; gas pipeline.
- Excellent quantitative and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in core computer skills, including key Microsoft applications such as Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, and OneNote).
- Strong interpersonal skills and self-motivation.
- Team player with strong ability to work collaboratively with others.
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task, and work under strict deadlines.
- Demonstrated interest and/or experience in climate- and sustainability-related areas.
- Excellent written and oral communications skills.
- Highly organized, proactive, and self-motivated approach to work.
- Strong organizational skills and detail-orientation.
- Excellent project and program management skills.
- Demonstrated experience in energy analysis or consulting.
- Ability to balance respect, inclusion, decisiveness, and tenacity.
- Ability and interest to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.
- Experience engaging and communicating with internal and external program stakeholder groups, including understanding stakeholder group needs, priorities, and issues.
- Experience with client-facing consulting roles.
- High level of self-motivation and interest in support of U.S. government energy programs.
- Experience working with U.S. federal government agencies.
Why you will love working here:
- Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance.
- Investment of community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities.
- Investment in you: 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, sick leave, and access to professional development resources.
- Be part of a forward-thinking and environmentally conscious team.
- And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!).
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
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Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$80,743.00 - $137,263.00
Reston, VA (VA30)
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