Industrial Energy Systems Equipment Engineer

This is a remote position that periodically goes on-site to meet with clients.

Looking for an opportunity to apply your passion for energy and sustainability? A place where you can make an important contribution in a collaborative, flexible work atmosphere? Energetics is seeking an industrial energy systems equipment engineer/analyst with experience and knowledge in industrial energy systems, that may include, but not limited to, industrial heat pumps, thermal energy storage, and in particular, grid integration and power generation technologies. This engineer/analyst will support the Department of Energy’s Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office (IEDO) Cross-Sector Technologies (CST) program. Upcoming activities will include strategic planning, analysis, technical advising, and research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) program support.

As part of your work, you’ll gain innovative knowledge and contribute towards technologies, policies, and R&D trends in industrial energy. Join our fast-paced team at Energetics and help turn ideas into real impacts. This consultant will work in a highly collaborative atmosphere, interacting directly with government program managers.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Acting as the technical subject matter expert for industrial energy systems, synthesize and clearly communicate results of research related to energy systems applications in industrial sectors to colleagues and clients through formal and informal presentations and written technical communications (reports, white papers, fact sheets, briefings, journal articles, etc.).
• Supports the planning and management of the Industrial Process Heating and Emerging Technologies RD&D portfolio.
• Leads small research projects and provides project management support for federal clients.
• Works independently or as a member of a team; leads small teams on research projects.
• Contributes to strategic plan of federal government technical programs (proposed or in progress) with respect to goals and objectives, implementation plans, and budget allocations.
• Takes technical information and develops clear planning and summary documents.
• Develops and implements performance metrics for client projects and programs.
• Work closely with program managers and co-workers in a fast-paced collaborative team environment (diligent and responsive contributor). Advise on industry-relevant demonstration opportunities for decarbonization via energy systems technologies and processes across related fields and sectors.
• Collects and tracks program and project information and milestones; summarizes results in draft reports.
• Analyzes global market and technology developments, trends, and statistics (energy, carbon, and economics).
• Liaison between scientists at universities/laboratories and government decision-makers to assist in distilling key technical results and potential impacts from R&D.
• Supports in person and virtual meetings and workshops with clients and stakeholders, including but not limited to preparing meeting materials, scheduling meetings, facilitating technical discussions, and summarizing proceedings.
• Assists clients in the preparation of technical reports required by the agency hierarchy, by Congress, or by the Administration.
• Assists clients in the preparation of technical materials designed to educate or inform the public.
• Occasional travel to participate in technical conferences and interact with the technical community.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required (chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or similar engineering degree). 7 years’ experience with a bachelor’s degree or 5 years’ experience with a Master’s degree required.
• Familiar with IEDO programs and relevant technical topics specifically Cross Sector Technologies / emerging technologies RD&D portfolio (refer EERE / IEDO programs website).
• Experience in industrial energy systems, including industrial operation of such systems (e.g., industrial heat pumps, energy storage, power generation); experience or knowledge in grid integration; research of operations or new technologies, equipment development and engineering; and industrial process engineering.
• Excellent communication skills, including strong technical writing skills and an ability to tailor written and verbal communications for technical and non-technical audiences.
• A strong interest in pursuing work in the area of manufacturing, industrial sector decarbonization, and the clean energy transition.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; advanced analytical and Excel skills.
• Demonstrated ability to excel when working on self-managed tasks and as a member of a team.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to balance multiple long- and short-term projects and competing priorities.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security or clearance badge.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Located in the Washington DC area.
• Candidates with experience in industrial settings strongly encouraged to apply.
• Experience with decarbonization of process heating.
• Strong ability/interest in making connections and building collaborations.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency or energy management systems in industrial or commercial facilities.
• Experience with complex enterprise architectures and securing complex enterprise architectures is preferred.
• Master’s or PhD degrees in science and engineering degrees are a plus, but not required.
• Candidates with years of experience greater than the minimum are also encouraged to apply.
• Experience in government consulting, supporting government organizations, public-private partnerships, or stakeholder engagement.
• Proficient in running web meeting platforms, e.g., Teams, Zoom, GoToMeeting, WebEx.
• Technical publications in the field of energy systems, power generation, thermal processing equipment, or thermal energy management.

Target Compensation:

$91,100 – $120,000 / year