Energy Engineer III (Arlington, VA)
Green Powered Technology (GPTech) is a global sustainable energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a sustainable future. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact for realizing a sustainable future.
Providing comprehensive services for the entire project lifecycle, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve sustainable impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering sustainable solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement. GPTech is a signatory to the Global Compact and supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with an emphasis on providing technical support in the areas of Affordable and Clean Energy; Climate Action; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Clean Water and Sanitation; and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
As a small business, we are proud of our big results. After just 13 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients in over 65 countries, with no sign of slowing down. Today, we are one of the world’s leaders in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to sustainably manage the earth’s resources and meet societal needs. Visit www.greenpoweredtechnology.com for more information.
About the Position:
GPTech is seeking an Energy Engineer III - U.S. Citizenship Required - to engage in a range of consulting assignments with federal, state, local, and commercial clients for projects aiming to advance energy efficiency and clean energy development. The Energy Engineer will support and/or lead technical, analytic, and project delivery and management services for client projects focusing on renewable energy systems, grid modernization, distributed energy resources, and energy engineering and management support services. Assignments will include leading or contributing to efforts to capture new public or private-sector technical consulting projects and contributing to other sustainable energy projects as needed across the company. A key focus for this position is clean energy technical services. The successful candidate will provide design, modeling, and analysis services for solar photovoltaic, energy storage, microgrid, and/or other distributed energy systems for both domestic and international projects.
This is a hybrid position and requires two days per week in the office. One of those days will be at the client site in Washington, D.C., and the other will be in GPTech’s office in Arlington, VA.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Thank you for applying and for your interest in Green Powered Technology. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
Green Powered Technology is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons, in all facets of the employment process. Green Powered Technology prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Providing comprehensive services for the entire project lifecycle, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve sustainable impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering sustainable solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement. GPTech is a signatory to the Global Compact and supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with an emphasis on providing technical support in the areas of Affordable and Clean Energy; Climate Action; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Clean Water and Sanitation; and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
As a small business, we are proud of our big results. After just 13 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients in over 65 countries, with no sign of slowing down. Today, we are one of the world’s leaders in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to sustainably manage the earth’s resources and meet societal needs. Visit www.greenpoweredtechnology.com for more information.
About the Position:
GPTech is seeking an Energy Engineer III - U.S. Citizenship Required - to engage in a range of consulting assignments with federal, state, local, and commercial clients for projects aiming to advance energy efficiency and clean energy development. The Energy Engineer will support and/or lead technical, analytic, and project delivery and management services for client projects focusing on renewable energy systems, grid modernization, distributed energy resources, and energy engineering and management support services. Assignments will include leading or contributing to efforts to capture new public or private-sector technical consulting projects and contributing to other sustainable energy projects as needed across the company. A key focus for this position is clean energy technical services. The successful candidate will provide design, modeling, and analysis services for solar photovoltaic, energy storage, microgrid, and/or other distributed energy systems for both domestic and international projects.
This is a hybrid position and requires two days per week in the office. One of those days will be at the client site in Washington, D.C., and the other will be in GPTech’s office in Arlington, VA.
Responsibilities:
- Lead or support engineering design and technical analysis tasks for renewable energy systems.
- Lead or support engineering design or technical analysis tasks for clean energy delivery systems, such as grid modernization, energy storage applications, distributed energy resource management, and microgrids.
- Lead or support facility electric power and energy systems engineering design or technical analysis tasks.
- Serve as project manager for assigned client projects.
- Complete in-depth technical/economic and business case analyses of clean energy development projects for client investment decisions.
- Develop the company’s Clean Energy Systems service capabilities.
- Prepare reports and present briefings on assigned projects and corporate roles.
- Engage in client meetings as required.
- Keep abreast of industry developments in clean energy, grid modernization, energy-efficiency technologies, and associated performance, costs, and project development approaches.
Qualifications:
- U.S. citizenship required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- 8–10 years of demonstrated experience in energy and/or electrical power system design, analysis, or other technical support focusing on renewable energy systems, electric grid and utility operations, and distributed energy or standalone power resources
- Understanding of technical characteristics and economic drivers of building energy technologies (e.g., HVAC, indoor lighting, outdoor lighting, distributed solar, energy storage)
- Knowledge of overall energy-sector challenges, opportunities, and solutions, including utility tariffs, environmental issues, emissions mitigation or reduction, and infrastructure reliability and resiliency
- Ability to travel up to 10 percent
- Experience with business management, development, and capture processes
- Proficiency in software tools for research, analysis, reporting, communications, and collaboration
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills in U.S. English
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Energy Manager or Certified Renewable Energy Professional as recognized by the American Association of Energy Engineers
- Field and desk experience with renewable energy installation, operations, maintenance, inspection, and diagnostics
- Knowledge of and experience with federal organizations, federal facility energy policies and mandates, and energy management strategies and goals
- Experience in organizational leadership, management, and technical services business development
Thank you for applying and for your interest in Green Powered Technology. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
Green Powered Technology is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons, in all facets of the employment process. Green Powered Technology prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This is a regular full time position