Greenhouse Gas Emissions Accounting Technical Lead

The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) seeks a Greenhouse Gas Emissions Accounting Technical Lead to join their research team focused on GHG emissions accounting and market-based mitigation instruments. The role involves conducting research, developing technical materials, and collaborating with experts. Ideal candidates should have experience in GHG accounting and related topics. The position allows for remote work and requires some travel (approx. 20%).
Job Title:


Greenhouse Gas Emissions Accounting Technical Lead


Location:


Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Palo Alto, CA, Remote/Home Based, Washington, D.C.


Job Summary and Description:


The Greenhouse Gas Emissions Accounting Technical Lead will join a long-standing EPRI research team focused on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions accounting, market-based mitigation instruments (e.g., GHG emissions offsets, RECs), and corporate procurement of low-carbon electricity. Working within the broader Energy Systems and Climate Analysis (ESCA) group, the successful applicant will collaborate with key technical staff to explore, understand, evaluate, and articulate existing GHG emissions accounting standards and guidance, GHG emissions offset programs and protocols, other market-based mitigation approaches (e.g., scope 3 “insets” and RECs), and approaches to corporate procurement of low-carbon electricity resources (e.g., 24/7 carbon-free energy, clean energy power purchase agreements, etc.).


An ideal applicant understands existing GHG emissions accounting protocols and standards and is familiar with the unique issues and complexities associated with applying these standards to the electricity, and broader energy, sectors. They also have a desire to examine and understand complex, sector-specific challenges (e.g., GHG emissions accounting for common carrier infrastructure).


Key professional tasks include:




Developing and executing innovative, high-quality research and development related to the topics that are the focus of this EPRI research program




Conducting technical research and analysis of assigned research topics




Identifying emerging topics related to the research foci and developing innovative research to address these topics




Supporting development of technical information and materials (e.g., technical reports, PowerPoint presentations, technical briefing papers, etc.) on sector specific topics




Experience with project/program management is a plus




Some travel (approx. 20%) required to attend conferences, meetings, visit member companies, etc.




Demonstrated experience working on one or more of the following topics that are the foci of this EPRI research program is strongly preferred: (i) Corporate or other entity-wide GHG emissions accounting, (ii) Development and use of market-based mitigation instruments (e.g., offsets, renewable energy credits (RECs), scope 3 “insets”); (iii) Corporate procurement of low-carbon electricity resources; (e.g., 24/7 carbon-free energy); (iv) Corporate ESG accounting and reporting.


Additional Requirements:




Has developed relationships with primary advisors to a research area




Provides assistance to the EPRI sales staff in Member Services and EPRI International




Effectively communicates strategies and results, expressing thoughts clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing, to subject matter experts, program members and advisors through guidelines, reports, meetings, webcasts, workshops and conferences




Regularly communicates and coordinates work activities across programs




May provide oversight of a project team to assure technical and financial milestones are met




Organizes the external and interdepartmental activities ensuring completion of the project/product on schedule and within budget




Supports the planning and execution of complex project work within the technical department to meet member/client objectives; prepares and presents research reports




Manages small or medium (less complex) projects including budgets and resources without direct people management responsibilities




Influences project teams in the engineering aspects of the technical work




Increased interactions and coordination of EPRI work with national and international technical networks (e.g, manufacturers, consultants, academia and research organizations)




Begins to lead proposal efforts and new promotional work




Develops research or services opportunities of value to EPRI members that fit EPRI’s mission and capabilities. This will include solving customer problems, producing insights and information vital to the members, and delivering information in a manner that members and customers can and will apply




Continues to provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff




Education & Experience:




Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required




Graduate Degree in technical field is a plus




10+ years of professional experience




Research has shown that candidates who don’t tick all the boxes often don’t apply. We welcome candidates who demonstrate initiative, a willingness to learn, and can work independently. If you tick some of the boxes, consider applying regardless – we look forward to talking with you.


The salary range for this position is $140,000 USD to $155,000 USD annually.


This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including without limitation applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.


This role is eligible to participate in EPRI’s annual incentive program. The amount of incentive varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the plan.


This role is eligible to participate in EPRI’s standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision, 401k, STD/LTD and paid family leave, life and accident insurance, paid time off (flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay).


EPRI participates in E-Verify, an online system operated jointly by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration (SSA). EPRI uses the system to check the work status of new hires by comparing information from the employee's I-9 form against SSA and Department of Homeland Security databases.


EPRI is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/Disabled


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EPRI provides thought leadership, industry expertise, and collaborative value to help the electricity sector identify issues, technology gaps, and broader needs that can be addressed through effective research and development programs for the benefit of society.


If you need help during the application process, please contact us at applyhelp@epri.com .