Lead Energy Engineer – C&I Project Development

ICF•Los Angeles, CA

1d•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, with a focus on renewables, decarbonization, energy efficiency, EVSE, and electrification. This remote position is based in the Los Angeles Metro area. The role coordinates with stakeholders across business development, contracting, management, program delivery, and engineering, and works with customers, vendors, and outreach staff to develop projects for public-sector facilities in Southern California. Local travel of up to 30% is required for site visits, meetings, and events; a reliable vehicle is required, and mileage is reimbursed. The position includes auditing facilities, identifying and developing custom energy-efficiency and decarbonization projects, analyzing energy performance and potential savings, preparing measurement and verification plans, overseeing technical application reviews, producing detailed project reports, and supporting customers through project implementation. The engineer will help forecast project activities and ensure projects meet budgets, timelines, and other requirements.

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 protecting proprietary and confidential information.
Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, clients, and vendors.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Project, Access, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Reliable vehicle for local travel of up to 30% within Southern California.

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 energy efficiency, building electrification, demand response, and SGIP, as well as 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 projects.
Lead the identification, scoping, and development of custom energy-efficiency projects.
Develop and execute measurement and verification plans to document baseline and measure-case conditions within project budgets and timelines.
Work with customers and stakeholders to scope opportunities, project budgets, and timelines.
Perform technical analysis 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.
Forecast project activities with customers and stakeholders and help ensure timely, on-budget project completion.