Senior Staff Engineer - Mechanical Codes and Standards Specialist (Hybrid & Remote - US)

Remote Jobs; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to join their Policy & Ratings Department. This role focuses on mechanical systems, particularly HVAC and refrigeration, to drive energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives. You will develop strategies to optimize energy savings and engage with stakeholders to influence energy policy. If you have a passion for engineering and a commitment to the climate solution, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the energy sector while working in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement package

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in engineering with a focus on HVAC and refrigeration.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategies for energy savings and GHG reductions through policy interventions.
• Analyze impacts of low carbon technologies in energy policy contexts.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Refrigeration systems knowledge

Building energy modeling

Technical writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

EnergyPlus

DOE-2

APACHE

Job description

Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we've harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.

We are currently seeking a full-time Senior Staff Engineer to join our Policy & Ratings Department as a mechanical equipment specialist focused on regulatory and research initiatives. As a member of the Energy Solutions team, you will have a broad impact on state, national and international energy markets through our work for major utilities, city and state governments, and other national leaders in energy efficiency policy. This unique opportunity, paired with Energy Solutions' mission driven approach, creates a perfect environment for individuals who want to apply their skills and energy towards an expeditious transition to a low carbon future.

The candidate selected to fill this position will have experience in an array of technologies with deep technical expertise in HVAC, refrigeration, and other mechanical systems common in residential, commercial, and industrial spaces. This includes a comprehensive understanding of equipment efficiency and building / system design interactions to achieve enhanced energy performance. Technologies of particular importance include but are not limited to: heat pump technologies (e.g., air-source heat pumps, hydronic heat pumps, and variable refrigerant flow systems), energy and heat recovery systems, dedicated outdoor air systems, refrigeration systems, motor driven systems (including high performance fans and pumps and air distribution system design), low and zero global warming potential refrigerants, thermal energy storage, and load management / demand flexibility. A track record of successful codes and standards strategy development and stakeholder engagement is helpful, including experience with state and federal codes and standards proceedings, test procedure development, negotiated rulemakings, model codes and reach/stretch codes. Experience with building energy modeling software (e.g., EnergyPlus) is desired.

Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and lead both short-term and long-term strategies to optimize energy savings, load management potential, GHG reductions, and transform markets through codes and standards or other energy policy interventions
• Analyze the savings, costs, and other impacts of energy efficient and low carbon technologies in the context of energy policy
• Oversee product testing and other primary data collection strategies needed to fill data gaps in policy settings
• Participate in industry working groups and technical committees in support of voluntary or mandatory standards and test procedure updates
• Develop strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders to ensure policy proposals are feasible, equitable, and have ample stakeholder support
• Write reports on technical topics, such as Title 24 code change proposal reports, including energy savings analyses, cost-effectiveness analyses, and market impacts analyses
• Develop and deliver presentations on technical topics to a variety of audiences, including clients, government agency decision makers, engineers, and other stakeholders
• Delegate and oversee more straightforward technical tasks and responsibilities to junior level engineering staff
• Represent clients in public meetings, negotiated rulemakings, and in publicly docketed comments

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical engineering preferred)
• At least 10 years of engineering or work experience in related area
• Excellent verbal communication skills, demonstrated ability to write reports, technical papers, and provide technical presentations to knowledgeable audiences
• Ability to observe Pacific Time working hours as needed
• Willingness to conduct occasional business travel (approximately 3 to 5 times per year)
• Ability to work in the US without requiring Energy Solutions to commence or sponsor an immigration case in order to employ you now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master's degree in engineering (mechanical engineering preferred) and/or PE license
• Experience in the development process of Title 24, ASHRAE 90.1, ASHRAE 189.1, IECC, or other energy codes
• Experience in the development process of California's Title 20, US DOE's Appliance Standards Program, EPA's Energy Star Program, or other state, national, or international appliance or equipment standards efforts
• Experience operating physics-based building energy modeling software such as EnergyPlus, DOE-2, and APACHE.
• Experience representing large organizations in public meetings, including government hearings
• Track record of success working in collaborative roles with diverse teams of partners and industry stakeholders
• Existing network of professional contacts that contribute to codes and standards development
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges to support our company's mission

Compensation to commensurate with experience with the pay band of $120,000 - $150,000/Annually

Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility

We live out our mission day in and day out by helping our clients and communities generate clean energy solutions the world needs. Our success is dependent on developing a team of creative thinkers, innovators, and a workforce that reflects the diversity of our world. To that end, we're committed to hiring, promoting, and retaining a diversity of talent, and infusing inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) throughout our business. We encourage people from all backgrounds and all walks of life to apply. Come grow with us at Energy Solutions!