Lead Energy Engineer – C&I Project Development

ICF Olson; California; Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Donation matching

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

ICF is seeking a Lead Energy Engineer to drive DER project development in California, focusing on decarbonization, energy efficiency, EVSE, and electrification for public-sector facilities. The role emphasizes technical analysis, field assessments, and stakeholder coordination.

You'll lead scoping, cost budgets, timelines, and detailed reports, ensuring on-budget delivery while leveraging industry tools to quantify savings and energy performance improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Architectural Engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years of energy engineering experience with project development and analysis.
• 5+ years developing California energy efficiency projects including outreach/on-site work.
• Valid driver’s license and MVR check.

Responsibilities

• Develop DER projects for public sector facilities in Southern California.
• Perform field audits to document operations, motivations, and energy opportunities.
• Lead scoping and development of custom decarbonization projects.
• Write and execute M&V plans to document baseline and savings.
• Model energy performance with industry calculators and internal tools.
• Provide QC oversight for technical documentation and reviews.

Skills

Energy modeling

Technical analysis

Field audits

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Eng

PE license (CA/AZ/WA/OR/NM)

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

TRACE 700

EnergyPlus

eTRM knowledge

Job description

Lead Energy Engineer – C&I Project Development

Location: This remote position is based in the Los Angeles Metro area (CA)

ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with a mission to help clients solve complex challenges in energy, environment, and infrastructure. We combine deep domain expertise with cutting‑edge analytics and digital solutions to deliver impactful results. Ready to make a difference? ICF is growing its energy and DER program implementation teams to support new and existing contracts in the region. Our clients include energy utilities, recognizable Fortune 500 corporations, and a variety of Federal, State, and local governmental agencies. We are seeking a Lead Energy Engineer to support renewables, decarbonization, energy efficiency, EVSE and electrification programs in California.

Why you will love working here:

• Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
• Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
• Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)

What you will be doing:

• Work with customers, vendors, and outreach staff to develop DER projects focused on public sector facilities within the southern California area.
• Perform field audits to understand and document the customer’s current operations and motivations, while identifying opportunities to implement energy efficiency.
• Lead the identification, scoping, and development of custom decarbonization projects.
• Write and execute M&V plans to document baseline and measure case conditions that meet project budgets and timelines.
• Lead the identification, scoping, and development of custom energy efficiency and decarbonization projects.
• Work with customers and other stakeholders to scope the potential opportunities, project budgets and project timelines.
• Perform technical analysis to quantify the baseline and measure case conditions and potential savings, cost, and other relevant parameters.
• Perform advanced engineering calculations including custom measure savings estimation using industry and/or internal ICF calculators to model energy performance.
• Provide quality control oversight for custom application reviews and technical documentation.
• Write detailed reports documenting existing conditions, proposed measures and as built operating conditions, project savings and other cost effectiveness parameters.
• Support customers in project implementation.
• Work with customers and other stakeholders to forecast project activities and to ensure timely and on budget project completion.

Travel Requirements:

must have reliable vehicle for up to 30% local travel within Southern California for site visits, meetings and events (mileage reimbursement provided).

What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Architectural Engineering or related discipline (or applicants can substitute one year of related experience for one year of education).
• 8+ years of experience in energy engineering, with a focus on custom project development and technical analysis and/or related experience.
• 5+ years of experience in developing custom energy efficiency projects in California including outreach and on-site work.
• Must have valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.

What we would like you to have (preferred qualifications):

• Advanced degree in engineering or physical sciences.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, preferably in California, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, and/or New Mexico.
• Experience developing and implementing public‑sector energy programs and projects, including financing, procurement, and/or construction management.
• Experience with California Electrical Code, National Electrical Code (NEC), Title 20, Title 24, and CalGreen requirements.
• Knowledge of California CPUC‑funded DSM programs, including EE, BE, DR, and SGIP, as well as deemed and custom project requirements and the eTRM.
• Proficiency with energy modeling software such as TRACE 700 or EnergyPlus.
• 5+ years of experience with decarbonization, renewable energy, and EVSE charging analysis and/or design, including building interconnection requirements.
• Experience conducting ASHRAE Level 1, 2, and 3 energy audits in accordance with ASHRAE Standard 211.
• Experience with EM&V protocols, including IPMVP, and/or participation in custom project or NMEC working groups.
• Familiarity with building and industrial controls and electric and natural gas end‑use equipment in public‑sector facilities.
• Experience working with ESCOs delivering projects for public agencies.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification.

Professional skills you will use:

• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.
• Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as clients and vendors.
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Project, Access, Outlook, Excel).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting‑edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world’s toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship

All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please [e-mail] we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Pay Range

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $130,687.00 - $222,169.00 California Remote Office (CA99)

Learn more at icf.com.