Energy Engineer

Amentum; Springfield, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum in Springfield, VA seeks an Energy Engineer to lead energy management for a government facility, developing strategic energy plans and energy reporting.

Ideal candidates hold LEED credentials (AP or Green Associate), a CEM designation, a BS in engineering, and experience with government codes and standards; active Top Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• LEED credentials such as AP or Green Associate required/advantageous.
• CEM certification preferred.
• BS in engineering or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a strategic energy management plan.
• Coordinate with government customer to define system specifications and requirements.
• Prepare, deliver and submit technical papers and studies.
• Lead energy management efforts for a government facility.

Skills

LEED AP

LEED Green Associate

CEM designation

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Energy Engineer

Amentum is looking for an Energy Engineerto join our team in Springfield, VA to support our mission critical customer.The selected candidate will perform as a lead and expert energy manager for one of the most complex buildings operated by the US Government.

Must possess an activeTop Secret security clearance.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a strategic energy management plan
• Trend analysis for greenhouse gases, fuel consumption, water consumption, sewer throughput, peak performance, and energy consumption
• Ensure building modifications comply with code requirements
• Coordinate and work closely with programmanagement and government customer to define system specifications and requirements
• Develop, maintain and produce an energy conservation report
• Verify and comply with energy documentation standards and submissions.
• Prepare, deliver and submit technical papers and perform engineering studies.
• Support development of technical proposals and provide comments on the content andlevel of effort of the proposed scope of work.
• Serve as primary contract point of contact for energy management
• Perform planning activities to develop and maintain a Strategic Energy and Water Management Plan (SEWMP)
• Develop an Energy and Water Conservation Plan (EWCP)

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified as a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Associate or LEED Accredited Professional (AP)
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) designation
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Experience in the application of government regulations, codes and standards

Compensation Details:

150-175k

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

08/13/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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