Energy & Sustainability Engineering Analyst (Arlington,VA)

ICF International is hiring an Energy & Sustainability Engineering Analyst in Arlington, VA, with hybrid and remote work options. The role involves applying engineering skills to enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions, conducting research, and liaising with stakeholders. Responsibilities include developing energy efficiency specifications, performing analyses, and presenting findings. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of technical experience, along with strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
About the position

ICF is seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Junior Engineer to support our Climate, Energy Efficiency, and Transportation line of business. This position is based in Arlington, VA, with hybrid and remote work options available. The successful candidate will apply their engineering and analytical skills to help individuals and organizations save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Our associates work on multiple projects, interact with all levels of staff, participate in client meetings, and engage with industry experts. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping critical programs that will influence the next era of energy policies impacting our communities and the world. You will support the implementation of high-profile public-private partnership programs aimed at enhancing energy efficiency in homes and businesses. As part of a collaborative team, you will review and analyze energy-efficient consumer products and building technologies, contributing to the development of technical specifications. Your expected responsibilities will include conducting research, analysis, and industry outreach to develop energy efficiency specifications across various product categories. You will serve as a liaison between government and industry stakeholders, such as equipment manufacturers and energy efficiency advocates, to identify challenges and opportunities for improving product efficiency. Additionally, you will perform in-depth analyses of energy efficiency savings using spreadsheets, databases, and programming languages like Python and Ruby. Your role will also involve reviewing literature, conducting market research, writing technical materials, and developing program strategies while preparing and presenting persuasive presentations on energy efficiency and industry trends. You will need to convey complex technical subjects to non-technical audiences effectively.

Responsibilities
• Perform research, analysis, and industry outreach to develop energy efficiency specifications for various product categories.
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• Serve as a liaison between government and industry stakeholders to understand challenges and opportunities for improving product efficiency.
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• Perform in-depth analysis of energy efficiency savings using spreadsheets, databases, and custom programming.
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• Review literature and conduct market and product analytical research.
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• Write technical materials and develop program strategies.
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• Prepare and present persuasive presentations on energy efficiency and industry trends.
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• Convey complex technical subjects to non-technical audiences.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
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• 1+ years of relevant technical experience.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience in product development and/or test method development.
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• Familiarity with public-private voluntary partnership programs focused on energy efficiency.
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• Proficiency in quantitative and analytical skills.
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• Strong interpersonal skills and self-motivation.
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• Demonstrated interest and/or experience in climate- and sustainability-related areas.

Benefits
• Health insurance coverage
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• 401k benefit for retirement savings plan
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• Paid holidays
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• Flexible scheduling options
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• Professional development opportunities