Lead Energy Codes & Standards Engineer

NORTHWEST ENERGY EFFICIENCY ALLIANCE INC

Portland (OR)

Hybrid

USD 100,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental premiums 90%

Health Savings Account

PTO 136 hours/year

Retirement 6% + 2% match

Hybrid work location

9/80 schedule

Professional development

Job summary

The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) is seeking an experienced Senior Codes & Standards Engineer to lead and advance appliance, equipment, and building energy codes and standards strategies that improve energy efficiency in the Northwest. You will independently evaluate technologies for regulatory applicability and shape proposals for state, regional, and national rulemaking.

As a primary technical representative in regulatory forums, you will conduct complex analyses and provide

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, building science, energy systems, or a related technical field.
7+ years of progressive experience in energy efficiency, building technologies, appliance or equipment performance, or related technical areas.
Experience contributing to codes and standards development, regulatory processes, or technical policy work at the state, regional, or national level.
Demonstrated technical proficiency in evaluating energy-using technologies, including performance characteristics, efficiency impacts, and market considerations.
Ability to perform and interpret technical and market analyses to support codes and standards proposals and regulatory pathways.
Ability to exercise professional judgment within established strategies, frameworks, and direction.
Ability to contribute effectively to public codes and standards processes through preparation of technical materials and analysis.
Ability to work collaboratively with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders across functions.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly in written and verbal formats.
Proficiency with standard analytical and productivity tools.
An equivalent combination of education, experience and training that would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the successful performance of the essential job duties will also be considered.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development and advancement of codes and standards strategies for assigned technologies or products that support energy efficiency and grid benefits in the Northwest.
Conduct technical and market analyses of existing and emerging technologies relative to regulatory opportunities and support evaluation of specifications, test methods, and performance metrics to align them for current and future regulatory frameworks.
Implement codes and standards strategies within established frameworks and roadmaps in coordination with product managers and senior technical staff.
Participate in state, regional, and national codes and standards development and adoption processes by supporting the development of technical analyses, proposals, comments, and related materials.
Provide technical input to engagements with manufacturers, policymakers, utilities, and industry organizations to support codes and standards advancement efforts.
Monitor technology, market, and policy developments relevant to assigned areas and communicate findings to inform strategy refinement.
Prepare clear technical documentation and support presentations, comment letters, and other materials for internal and external audiences.
Collaborate with internal teams to support alignment between codes and standards activities, product planning, and market transformation objectives.
Other duties which may be necessary or desirable to support the organization’s success.