Mechanical Engineer

California Energy Commission; California (MO); Remote; USD 115,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Energy Commission is seeking a Mechanical Engineer specializing in food production to enhance energy efficiency and support the state's clean energy goals. This full-time role involves project management, technical analysis, and the opportunity to impact California's decarbonization efforts significantly.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Qualifications

• Experience in energy efficiency and decarbonization technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to draft and edit technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical analyses and manage projects for the Food Production Investment Program.
• Support electric grid reliability and decarbonization efforts in the food processing sector.
• Invest in projects increasing community energy resilience.

Skills

Knowledge in advanced energy efficiency

Analytical skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

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Mechanical Engineer – Food Production Mechanical Engineer

Energy Research & Development Division (ERDD) - California Energy Commission

Do you have knowledge in advanced energy efficiency and decarbonization technologies in the food processing sector? California Energy Commission (CEC) is hiring a Mechanical Engineer for the Food Production Unit in the Sustainability & Resilience Branch (SRB) of the Energy Research & Development Division (ERDD).

Our Food Production Mechanical Engineer conducts technical analyses and performs project management functions in the planning, development, and implementation of the California Energy Commission’s (CEC) Food Production Investment Program (FPIP) to accelerate the adoption of advanced energy efficiency and decarbonization technologies that support electric grid reliability and maximize the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions within the California food processing sector.

ERDD deploys over $300 million annually to advance technology innovation and research supporting the state’s clean energy and climate goals, including in the areas of renewable energy supply, building and industrial decarbonization, sustainable transportation, energy storage, energy distribution, resilience and reliability, and carbon management.

The Sustainability and Resilience Branch (SRB) invests in projects and applied research that increase community energy resilience and reliability, accelerate food production decarbonization, and support California's transition to a climate-resilient, equitable, and sustainable zero-carbon energy system. The Food Production Unit implements the FPIP, including overseeing the program’s planning, development, and implementation.

** Telework option is available, but hired candidate must reside in California before starting in this position.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge in advanced energy efficiency and decarbonization technologies in the food processing sector and expertise in principles of mechanical engineering.
• Strong research and analytical skills and ability to make well-supported recommendations for planning and decision-making.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work activities, and deliver high-quality, timely work products.
• Ability to draft, review, and edit technical information for various audiences, including CEC leadership and the public.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and perform independent tasks that contribute toward shared goals.

Required Application Package Documents

• Application Template (STD 678 state application template)
• Resume

Link to CalCareers with official application instructions:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=477740

For any questions about the position or the application process please email [e-mail] to connect with the CEC recruitment team.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Consulting, and Project Management

• Industries

  Government Administration, Energy Technology, and Services for Renewable Energy

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