Energy and Technology Engineer

ICF; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF in Reston, VA seeks a detail‑oriented engineer to support development and execution of energy research and development programs for government clients. Based in Reston with occasional travel to client sites, you will contribute to energy security by focusing on generation, transmission, critical materials, and manufacturing technologies.

You will evaluate technical and commercial viability, perform analyses, develop technical reports, and communicate findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical, materials, chemical, or related engineering field.
• 5+ years of technical experience in energy/materials sectors.
• Experience with project and construction monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance on energy RD&D topics.
• Evaluate energy/water savings and project viability.
• Conduct technical, energy, environmental, and economic analyses.
• Develop technical communications (reports, white papers, fact sheets, summaries).
• Prepare, review, and analyze technical reports and assessments.
• Engage with internal and external program stakeholders.

Skills

Project monitoring

Stakeholder engagement

Energy sector experience

Technical analysis

Education

Master’s degree in engineering

Job description

Want to apply your engineering and analytical skills to support the development and execution of reliable and affordable 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 savings, and technology programs.

This position will be based in our Reston, VA headquarters office and may require periodic work at the client site in Washington, D.C. or other occasional travel to various project sites. Successful candidates will support the implementation of U.S. government energy research, development, and deployment (RD&D) programs focused on energy security including generation, transmission, critical materials, and 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.
• Monitoring project construction and operations.
• Supporting all phases of U.S. government program or project management, from project inception to closeout.
• Synthesizing and analyzing energy 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 and maintaining awareness of current relevant technological innovations.
• Engaging and communicating with internal and external program stakeholder groups, including understanding stakeholder group needs, priorities, and issues.
• Conducting research and analysis of power generation, grid and transmission infrastructure reliability, critical materials, and manufacturing supply chain programs and policies

Minimum qualifications:

• Master’s degree in mechanical, materials, chemical, or other relevant engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant technical expertise in one or more of the following industries/sectors:
• Project and construction monitoring experience.
• Project or corporate financial deals for critical materials production and processing; energy materials supply chains; coal, oil, and gas; sustainable aviation fuels; and/or gasification.
• Utility deals for transmission; power generation (including nuclear, coal, hydro, geothermal, gas pipeline, solar); infrastructure retooling or upgrade; and/or battery energy storage system (BESS).

Preferred qualifications:

• 8+ years of relevant technical expertise in one or more of the industries/sectors listed in “minimum qualifications” above. Project and construction monitoring experience.
• Strong understanding of critical mineral supply chain risks and resilience strategies, and the intersection with energy technology, manufacturing, and national security objectives.
• Demonstrated interest and/or experience in energy technology, energy security, or production and manufacturing in related areas.
• Excellent project and program management skills.
• 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 interest in support of U.S. government energy programs.
• Experience working with U.S. federal government agencies.

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 theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEOpolicy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship

All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF. Candidates who currently hold valid work authorization may be considered for a change of employer petition, subject to company policy and applicable immigration requirements.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please [e-mail] we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto 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 orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance [e-mail]. Weare dedicated to providingthe 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:

$89,649.00 - $202,850.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)