Senior Public Sector Project Development Energy Engineer

Senior Public Sector Project Development Energy Engineer - Energy Efficiency Programs

Location:

This remote position is based in Los Angeles, CA with local and customer travel as needed (candidates must be located in CA or open to relocate to be considered)

ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with a mission to help clients solve complex challenges in energy, environment, and infrastructure. We combine deep domain expertise with cutting‑edge analytics and digital solutions to deliver impactful results.

ICF is growing its energy program implementation team to support new and existing contracts in the region. Our clients include energy utilities, recognizable Fortune 500 corporations, and a variety of Federal, State, and local governmental agencies. We are seeking a Senior Public Sector Project Development Energy Engineer to support multiple public sector energy efficiency programs in California.

• Flexible work arrangements and strong work‑life balance.
• Investment of the community:
  Donation matching, volunteer opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement, 401(k) matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and professional development support.
• Mission‑driven culture focused on sustainability, equity, and innovation.

The Senior Project Development Energy Engineer will lead the technical development and execution of complex energy efficiency and decarbonization projects for Public Sector programs. The role works in coordination with our outreach staff. This role combines strategic project development with advanced engineering analysis, supporting utility-sponsored programs and internal engineering initiatives.

• Work with customers, vendors, and outreach staff to develop energy efficiency projects focused on public sector facilities.
• Perform field audits to understand and document the customer’s current operations and motivations, while identifying opportunities to implement energy efficiency.
• Write and execute M&V plans to document baseline and measure case conditions that meet project budgets and timelines.
• Lead the identification, scoping, and development of custom energy efficiency and decarbonization projects.
• Work with customers and other stakeholders to scope the potential opportunities, project budgets and project timelines.
• Perform technical analysis to quantify the baseline and measure case conditions and potential savings, cost, and other relevant parameters.
• Perform advanced engineering calculations including custom measure savings estimation using industry and/or internal ICF calculators to model energy performance.
• Provide quality control oversight for custom application reviews and technical documentation.
• Write detailed reports documenting existing conditions, proposed measures and as‑built operating conditions, project savings and other cost‑effectiveness parameters.
• Support customers in project implementation.
• Work with customers and other stakeholders to forecast project activities and to ensure timely and on‑budget project completion.
• Must have a reliable vehicle for local travel within Southern California. Requirements are up to 50% of the time for site visits, meetings, conferences and events (reimbursement for mileage provided).

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Environmental Science, Physical Sciences or related discipline (one year of experience can be substituted for one year of education).
• 8+ years of experience in energy engineering, with a focus on custom project development and technical analysis.
• 5+ years of experience in developing custom energy efficiency projects in California including outreach and on‑site work.
• Must have valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.

• Advanced degree in engineering or physical sciences.
• Demonstrated developing experience with public sector programs and projects strongly preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• CEM certification.
• Proficiency in energy modeling software (e.g., Trace 700, Energy Plus).
• Familiarity with California energy codes (Title 20, Title 24) and…