Lead Energy Project Engineer

Lattice Energy Works; Corvallis (OR); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with employer‑匹

Generous PTO

Professional development opportunities

Flexible workplace

Job summary

Lattice Energy Works is seeking an experienced energy efficiency engineer and account manager to lead a five-person team delivering the Energy Trust of Oregon Production Efficiency program. The role is full-time, remote with on-site visits in the Willamette Valley.

You will supervise five engineers, manage program delivery, track KPIs, and coordinate with Energy 350. Candidates should have 5+ years in energy efficiency or mechanical engineering and be authorized to work in the United States

Qualifications

• At least five years in energy efficiency or mechanical engineering.
• Experience supervising a technical team with a friendly management style.
• Comfort managing to KPIs and program goals in an energy efficiency setting.
• Hands-on knowledge of industrial mechanical systems and energy processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of five energy engineers delivering the Energy Trust Production Efficiency program.
• Manage program delivery, track performance, forecast savings, and report to Energy Trust and leadership.
• Represent Energy Trust of Oregon with industrial customers, trade allies, and at regional events; provide excellent customer service.
• Coordinate day-to-day program delivery with Energy 350 and support energy analysis and on-site verification.
• Review technical work products and engineering calculations written for non-technical audiences.

Skills

Energy efficiency

Team leadership

KPIs & goals

On-site M&V

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Job description

Lead a friendly, talented team of engineers delivering Energy Trust of Oregon’s Production Efficiency program to industrial customers in the Willamette Valley.

About the Role:

Lattice Energy Works is seeking an experienced, people-first energy efficiency engineer and account manager to lead our team serving the Energy Trust of Oregon Production Efficiency program. You will supervise a team of five energy engineers, manage program delivery to implementer goals and KPIs, and work closely with our program partner, Energy 350. This is a work-from-home position that requires boots on the ground with industrial customers. A typical day may include engaging industrial customers, scoping and developing energy projects, performing analysis, and supervising staff. The ideal candidate should reside in the Corvallis, Albany, or Salem area, although other geographic representation will be considered for the right candidate. This full-time position provides opportunities for advancement and steadily increasing responsibility. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work full time in the United States without requiring employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of five energy engineers delivering the Energy Trust Production Efficiency program
• Manage the program account: track performance against implementer goals and KPIs, forecast savings, and report progress to Energy Trust and Lattice leadership
• Represent Energy Trust of Oregon with industrial customers, trade allies, and at regional events; provide excellent customer service
• Coordinate day-to-day program delivery in close partnership with Energy 350
• Work with industrial customers to scope and develop energy efficiency projects, and support your team’s energy analysis and on-site measurement & verification
• Review technical work products, including engineering calculations and technical reports written for non-technical audiences

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• At least five years of professional work experience in energy efficiency or a mechanical engineering field, with a B.S. degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline and/or equivalent experience
• Experience supervising or leading a technical team, with a supportive, friendly management style
• Comfort managing to KPIs and program goals in an energy efficiency implementation setting, and representing a utility or program administrator client
• Working knowledge of commercial or industrial mechanical systems; deep, hands-on comfort with at least one system, such as compressed air, HVAC, fans & pumps, refrigeration, motors & VFDs, or steam, from a mechanical engineering perspective
• Working knowledge of energy process flows, calculations, and energy using systems in industrial manufacturing.
• Excellent writing, verbal communication, presentation, and team skills; an outgoing person who is excited to make new connections
• On-site measurement & verification experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Energy Trust of Oregon programs or similar utility incentive programs
• Experience analyzing energy systems and quantifying annual energy savings for industrial customers
• P.E., EIT, and/or CEM

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation Package

• Base Salary: $107,000–$127,000 annually, depending on relevant experience
• Annual bonus tied to corporate financial performance

Benefits Package

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development opportunities and training
• Flexible workplace culture with emphasis on work-life balance

Work Location and Travel

• Ideal Base Location: Corvallis, Albany, or Salem, Oregon (other locations considered)
• Remote/Hybrid: Work-from-home with flexible working arrangements
• Travel: Day travel to customer sites in the Willamette Valley and Oregon Coast, approximately 25%–50% of the time

About our Company

Lattice Energy is an independent, nationally recognized engineering consulting firm providing expertise and service in energy efficiency, resource management, and building performance for over 35 years. We serve utilities, government agencies, commercial and multifamily buildings, and industrial facilities across North America. Our mission is to help society address climate change and economic inequality through more efficient energy and water use.

• High-quality, innovative solutions that drive measurable results
• A close-knit, collaborative team environment
• Employee professional development and promotion from within
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring and workplace culture
• Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements

Lattice Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences, particularly those from groups underrepresented in the energy and building sectors.