Lead Energy Engineer – C&I Project Development

ICF•Los Angeles, CA

22h•$130,687 - $222,169•Remote

About The Position

ICF is seeking a Lead Energy Engineer to support distributed energy resource (DER) project development for public-sector projects in California. The role supports renewable energy, decarbonization, energy efficiency, electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), and electrification programs. It coordinates with stakeholders in business development, contracting, management, program delivery, and engineering, and works with customers, vendors, and outreach staff on projects at public-sector facilities in Southern California. This is a remote position based in the Los Angeles Metro area, with up to 30% local travel for site visits, meetings, and events. A reliable vehicle is required, and mileage reimbursement is provided. The position develops and assesses custom projects, performs site audits and technical analyses, prepares measurement and verification (M&V) plans and reports, and supports customers through project implementation. The Lead Energy Engineer also oversees the quality of custom application reviews and technical documentation and helps ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline; one year of related experience may substitute for one year of education.
At least 8 years of experience in energy engineering, focused on custom project development and technical analysis, or related experience.
At least 5 years of experience developing custom energy-efficiency projects in California, including outreach and on-site work.
Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Sound business ethics, including protection of proprietary and confidential information.
Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, clients, and vendors.
Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Project, Access, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in engineering or physical sciences.
Professional Engineer (PE) license, preferably in California, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, or New Mexico.
Experience developing and implementing public-sector energy programs and projects, including financing, procurement, or construction management.
Experience with California Electrical Code, National Electrical Code (NEC), Title 20, Title 24, and CalGreen requirements.
Knowledge of California CPUC-funded demand-side management programs, including EE, BE, DR, and SGIP, and of deemed and custom project requirements and the eTRM.
Proficiency with energy modeling software such as TRACE 700 or EnergyPlus.
At least 5 years of experience with decarbonization, renewable energy, and EVSE charging analysis or design, including building interconnection requirements.
Experience conducting ASHRAE Level 1, 2, and 3 energy audits in accordance with ASHRAE Standard 211.
Experience with EM&V protocols, including IPMVP, or participation in custom project or NMEC working groups.
Familiarity with building and industrial controls and electric and natural gas end-use equipment in public-sector facilities.
Experience working with ESCOs delivering projects for public agencies.
Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification.

Responsibilities

Work with customers, vendors, and outreach staff to develop DER projects for public-sector facilities in Southern California.
Perform field audits to document customers’ current operations and motivations and identify energy-efficiency opportunities.
Lead the identification, scoping, and development of custom decarbonization and energy-efficiency projects.
Write and execute M&V plans to document baseline and measure-case conditions in line with project budgets and timelines.
Scope potential opportunities, project budgets, and timelines with customers and other stakeholders.
Perform technical analyses to quantify baseline and measure-case conditions, potential savings, costs, and other relevant parameters.
Perform advanced engineering calculations, including custom measure savings estimates using industry or internal ICF calculators to model energy performance.
Provide quality-control oversight for custom application reviews and technical documentation.
Write detailed reports documenting existing conditions, proposed measures, as-built operating conditions, project savings, and cost-effectiveness parameters.
Support customers in project implementation.
Work with customers and other stakeholders to forecast project activities and help ensure timely, on-budget completion.