ICF Incorporated, LLC: Senior Energy and Sustainability Engineer (multiple positions) – Reston, VA

Description

DUTIES:

• Utilize specialized knowledge of residential building science, applying disciplinary concepts and tools to perform residential building energy modeling, energy cost savings, and cost-effectiveness analysis, and using the modeling and assessed results to develop analysis and provide advisory solutions for programs designed to improve efficiency of buildings andreduce associated emissions

• Use industry standard modeling software in order to quantity energy use in buildings.

• Work collaboratively with clients to iterate on modeling assumptions and measures to be able to develop new versions of programs which meet requirements (e.g., savings targets).

• Summarize analysis results using excel spreadsheets, python, and R in order to effectively communicate results to clients.

• Document analysis assumptions, methodologies, and results in reports to communicate findings to stakeholders.

• Monitor national and local energy code updates, policy regulation changes, and trends in order to assess how these changes affect residential building construction.

• Perform economic analysis of construction costs including researching incremental costs of building upgrades, and calculation life cycle costs of upgrades in order to assess cost-effectiveness of programs.

• Produce insightful responses to builders, Home Energy Raters, and other program partners who have questions on how to meet ENERGY STAR requirements.

• Provide formal written recommendations to EPA on program policy changes based on program partners’ inquiries and independent research in order to improve program requirements.

• Provide continual maintenance of program documents including updating documents to reflect new program policies, and providing thorough quality assurance so that documents accurately communicate requirements to partners.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Energy Engineering, Energy Systems or a closely related field and two years of experience in energy efficiency design and implementation or two years of ESCO experience OR Master’s degree in Energy Engineering, Energy Systems or a closely related field and demonstrated knowledge* of energy efficiency design and implementation or demonstrated knowledge of ESCO.

Qualified candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

• Lighting, HVAC systems, building automation systems, combined heat and/or power systems

• Energy code standards for any of the following existing building and new construction codes such as ASHRAE 90.1 (incl. Appendix G), ASHRAE 62.1, LEED/WELL, IECC, and/or other Green Building standards

• At least one of the following energy modeling tools: TRACE 700, TRACE 3D+, eQuest, Carrier HAP, Ekotrope and/or EnergyPlus.

Telework: 100% Remote; position may be performed anywhere in the U.S.

LOCATION: 1902 Reston Metro Plaza, Reston, VA - 20190

There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position is: $117,104 - $166,088/year

Position Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus Program.

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 our EEO (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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 email  Candidateaccommodation@icf.com  and 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. 

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Reston, VA (VA30)