Strategic Tech Transfer Supervisor

Seattle City Light; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle City Light, part of the City of Seattle, seeks an Energy Management Analyst Supervisor to lead a team of SMEs and support electrification initiatives and grid modernization.

The role reports to The Lab at City Light's Executive Director and drives deployment of new technologies, including engagement with customers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience in professional commercial/industrial energy management analysis, with at least one year of supervisory or lead worker experience.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate a team and manage stakeholders.
• Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise evaluation and implementation of new technologies and energy systems.
• Lead design and demonstration of building and grid-connected systems for energy management.
• Advise on specifications, policy adoption and standards for City codes.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal and written communication

Project management

Independent work

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Energy Management, Engineering, Architecture or related discipline

Job description

Position Description

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation's largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

City Light's Electrification and Strategic Technology Division oversees the utility's efforts related to transportation and building electrification, grid modernization, and strategic technology. The Strategic Technology Transfer (STT) team works on electrification, flexible load projects, supporting customer innovation and emerging technology projects with grid benefits, transit bus electrification, and grant-funded studies. The STT team works closely with and provides support to workgroups across the utility, including Engineering, Operations, Customer Energy Solutions, as well as teams within the Electrification and Strategic Technology Division, including Building Electrification, Transportation Electrification, Grid Modernization, and The Lab at City Light. Seattle City Light is seeking an Energy Management Analyst Supervisor to lead a team of subject matter experts and be responsible for supporting the implementation of new technology projects and supporting City Light customers as they increase their electrification.

This position will report to the Executive Director of The Lab at City Light, Seattle City Light's externally-facing technical training and education resource.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise the evaluation and implementation of new state-of-the-art technologies, including engineering analysis and testing of incumbent and emerging electrical and mechanical building systems and materials to determine performance, efficiency, and grid impact
• Participate in and lead the design and demonstration of building and grid-connected electrical and mechanical systems that support the management of energy
• Serve as a subject-matter expert for new strategic technologies being deployed across the electric utility industry and adopted by customers, including representing City Light at industry forums, in publications, and on technical committees
• Facilitate participation by commercial and industrial facility owners in City electrification programs and efforts
• Develop criteria for new technologies relating to demand side management, load flexibility, and renewable energy; research test procedures and establish technical specifications
• Apply standard engineering protocols to establish energy performance calculation methodologies and procedures
• Compile and facilitate cost estimates, feasibility, and pilot studies
• Provide technical assistance to other departmental units regarding electrification
• Advise internal and external stakeholders on specifications and policy adoption related to City codes and standards, and applicable policies
• Identify and manage grant funded projects; support the Policy and Grants Strategic Advisor in writing grant proposals, work plans and budget estimates
• Manage consultants where required, including recruitment, scoping, procurement, contracting, change orders, and payment.
• Lead a team performing the work identified above; participate in position design and hiring; set expectations, provide direction, review performance, and support development; Identify and acquire the resources needed to support changing workloads

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:

Education: Baccalaureate Degree in Energy Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related discipline

Experience: Three years' experience in professional commercial/industrial energy management analysis, with at least one year of supervisory or lead worker experience (Other combinations of education, training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability).

License, Certification and Other Requirements: Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Most work is performed in a normal City work or office environment.
• Work entails visiting commercial and industrial customers and touring their facilities to identify energy conservation opportunities and to conduct inspections.

Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree
• Experience with New Grid Technology Asset implementations, customer service connections, and utility operations
• Distribution or Grid-Edge equipment installation and operations
• Coordination of activities impacting engineering, field crews, and operations personnel
• Ability to work independently, apply good judgment, be resourceful and industrious, and make responsible decisions in a timely manner
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written
• Advanced technical writing and project management skills: designing and documenting processes and procedures, writing specification and standards
• Experience collaborating directly with customers on new technologies and working to bring those technologies and innovations into utility planning processes
• Experience identifying, testing, and supporting the emerging technologies associated with buildings and transportation
• Experience coordinating the efforts of multi-disciplinary, multi-agency project teams

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Emergency Response Commitment: Seattle City Light is committed to reliable service during emergencies. Through our Emergency Response Program, each employee is assigned a role—usually aligned with their regular duties—to support emergency operations. Your participation is required and vital to helping the utility stay prepared and serve our community when it matters most.

Additional Information

The full salary range for this position is $66.95 - $78.00 per hour.

Who May Apply

This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits

Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.