Energy Quality Analyst - PennTAP
The Pennsylvania State University
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Job summary
The Pennsylvania State University seeks an Energy Quality Specialist to provide technical leadership, standardize reports, and ensure accuracy of energy assessments across Pennsylvania. This role focuses on QA, staff development, and delivering credible, actionable insights for manufacturers and industrial clients.
Reporting to the Associate Director, the position may be filled at the Industrial Relations Coordinator - Advanced Professional or Senior Professional level depending on
Qualifications
- Knowledge of industrial energy systems, manufacturing processes, utility systems, and energy efficiency technologies.
- Experience reviewing technical reports, engineering analyses, and energy calculations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quality assurance skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and technical accuracy.
Responsibilities
- Review energy assessment reports, calculations, and technical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
- Verify that recommendations and savings estimates are supported by data and standards.
- Evaluate energy conservation measures for technical validity and practicability.
- Identify quality issues and provide feedback to advisors to improve deliverables.
- Research and resolve complex technical challenges with guidance from experts as needed.
- Elevate significant technical or policy issues requiring broader program guidance.
- Develop and maintain quality control procedures, review protocols, templates, calculators, and tools.
- Establish standardized review processes and reporting expectations.
- Monitor quality trends and recommend process improvements.
- Promote consistency in methodologies, assumptions, savings calculations, and reporting practices across the energy team.
- Implement best practices to improve efficiency and client value.
- Provide technical guidance on assessment methods, calculations, reporting, and recommendations.
- Support onboarding, training, mentoring, and professional development of advisors.
- Develop training and quality improvement resources.
- Assist in tracking quality metrics and program goals.
- Prepare reports on review findings and improvement opportunities.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and special projects.
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This position is funded for 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.
PennTAP seeks an Energy Quality Specialist to provide technical leadership, quality assurance, and program consistency for industrial energy assessment services. This role reviews and standardizes assessment reports, calculations, recommendations, and deliverables prepared by technical advisors to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with PennTAP methodologies, client needs, and program standards.
Reporting to the Associate Director, the Energy Quality Specialist supports quality control, continuous improvement, staff development, and the delivery of credible, actionable energy assessment services for manufacturers and industrial clients across Pennsylvania.
This position may be filled at the Industrial Relations Coordinator - Advanced Professional OR Senior Professional level based on the successful candidate's qualifications.
- Review energy assessment reports, calculations, and technical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
- Verify that recommendations and savings estimates are supported by collected data, engineering principles, and applicable standards.
- Evaluate energy conservation measures (ECMs) and process improvement opportunities for technical validity and practical implementation.
- Identify quality issues and provide feedback to advisors to improve deliverables.
- Research and resolve complex technical challenges and consult industry resources or subject matter experts as needed.
- Elevate significant technical or policy issues requiring broader program guidance.
- Develop and maintain quality control procedures, review protocols, templates, calculators, and assessment tools.
- Establish standardized review processes, documentation requirements, and reporting expectations.
- Monitor quality trends and recommend process improvements.
- Promote consistency in methodologies, assumptions, savings calculations, and reporting practices across the energy team.
- Implement best practices that improve efficiency, credibility, and client value.
- Provide technical guidance on assessment methods, calculations, reporting, and recommendations.
- Support onboarding, training, mentoring, and professional development of advisors.
- Develop training and quality improvement resources.
- Assist the Associate Director in tracking quality metrics, performance indicators, and program goals.
- Prepare reports on review findings, recurring issues, and improvement opportunities.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, workflow enhancements, and special projects that strengthen program effectiveness.
- Knowledge of industrial energy systems, manufacturing processes, utility systems, and energy efficiency technologies.
- Experience reviewing technical reports, engineering analyses, and energy calculations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quality assurance skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and technical accuracy.
- Ability to interpret engineering data, standards, and technical documentation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to provide constructive feedback and mentorship.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Master's degree in a related engineering or energy discipline.
- Experience conducting or reviewing industrial energy assessments, audits, process optimization studies, or sustainability projects.
- Experience supporting manufacturing clients.
- Familiarity with U.S. Department of Energy assessment methodologies and industrial energy management practices.
- Knowledge of motors, pumps, compressed air, HVAC, process heating, steam systems, and industrial controls.
- Professional credentials such as CEM, CP EnMS, or PE.
- Experience developing technical standards, quality assurance programs, and staff training initiatives.
This position may be based at University Park or another approved Penn State campus location. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered based on operational needs and University policy.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to technical excellence, continuous improvement, collaboration, and delivering high-quality services that help Pennsylvania manufacturers improve energy performance, operational efficiency, and competitiveness.
If filled as Industry Relations Coordinator - Senior Professional, this position requires: Master's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None
If filled as Industry Relations Coordinator - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $72,300.00 - $137,280.00.
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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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