Hybrid Energy Engineer — Building Efficiency & Retrofits

ICF; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development resources

Donation matching

Job summary

ICF in Columbia, MD is seeking an Energy Engineer for the Mid-Atlantic Energy Engineering team to review energy efficiency projects for the EmPOWER Maryland programs. You will analyze baseline calculations, energy models, and determine eligibility for incentives while guiding customers and contractors.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in engineering and 2+ years of related experience, with knowledge of energy modeling tools and building systems. The role is hybrid with some local travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Energy, Building Science, Construction Management or related discipline (or substitution rules).
• 2+ years of experience with commercial, industrial, healthcare, institutional, or public-sector energy efficiency projects
• Must pass background check, valid driver's license, and MVR check and drug screening

Responsibilities

• Review incentive applications including baseline determination, savings calculations, and documentation to ensure compliance with TRMs and evaluation standards.
• Prepare and conduct reviews of energy savings calculations for HVAC, BAS, Lighting, and Industrial equipment.
• Analyze interval and monthly utility energy data using spreadsheets and data analysis tools.
• Provide guidance on best practices, baseline selection for existing buildings and new construction; prepare EM&V plans.
• Provide technical assistance on energy efficient technologies to customers, architects, engineers, contractors, and other trade allies.
• Assess whole building efficiency strategies and make recommendations for improvements.
• Conduct pre and post-implementation site visits.
• Prepare status reports describing project activities and completion of eligible projects.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Fast-paced environment

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

IESVE

eQUEST

EnergyPlus

TRACE 3D Plus

Carrier HAP

BAS

Job description

ICF in Columbia, MD is seeking an Energy Engineer for the Mid-Atlantic Energy Engineering team to review energy efficiency projects for the EmPOWER Maryland programs. You will analyze baseline calculations, energy models, and determine eligibility for incentives while guiding customers and contractors.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in engineering and 2+ years of related experience, with knowledge of energy modeling tools and building systems. The role is hybrid with some local travel.