Energy Infrastructure Engineer & Project Lead

Department of Energy Headquarters; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Energy Headquarters seeks a General Engineer to serve as a technical project manager and advisor for research and development projects focused on energy infrastructure resilience and cyber security.

The role involves overseeing multidisciplinary engineering tasks, evaluating complex systems, preparing budgets and SOWs, and advising senior leaders. Collaboration with industry, labs, and government partners is essential, with reporting and presentations across management reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Specialized experience in managing technical engineering projects and evaluating complex systems

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage technically complex research and development projects from design through deployment
• Conduct in-depth analyses of physical science and engineering issues to resolve uncertainties
• Prepare documentation such as budgets, statements of work, and procurement packages in compliance with federal regulations
• Provide expert technical advice and briefings to senior leadership and external partners
• Collaborate with industry, academia, national laboratories, and government agencies to identify research gaps and coordinate efforts
• Deliver technical presentations and reports to management and stakeholders

Skills

General engineering

Technical project management

Cybersecurity basics

Energy infrastructure

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Department of Energy Headquarters seeks a General Engineer to serve as a technical project manager and advisor for research and development projects focused on energy infrastructure resilience and cyber security.

The role involves overseeing multidisciplinary engineering tasks, evaluating complex systems, preparing budgets and SOWs, and advising senior leaders. Collaboration with industry, labs, and government partners is essential, with reporting and presentations across management reviews.