Energy Efficiency Project Engineer

Job Title: Energy Efficiency Project Engineer

Company: LD Consulting

Work from home part-time (must reside in Oregon or Washington state)

Travel: Approximately 35% travel to client sites throughout the Portland Metro area

The Energy Efficiency Project Engineer will work directly with industrial and commercial customers to identify energy efficiency opportunities, develop and support energy savings projects, facilitate utility incentive programs, and build long-term customer relationships. This role combines customer engagement, project development, program administration, and technical energy efficiency knowledge to help clients achieve their energy and sustainability goals.

Key Details

• Pay: $120,000-$150,000 annually, depending on experience, with opportunities for advancement.
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA option, 401K with 3% match, PTO, Paid Holidays, Sick Time.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit their resume, cover letter outlining their qualifications and motivation, and relevant writing/work samples to [email protected]. Please include "Energy Efficiency Project Engineer" in the subject line.

Please note that applications submitted solely through LinkedIn will not be considered.

About Us

LD Consulting is a small management and engineering consulting firm based in Portland, Oregon. We are a dynamic and innovative company specializing in energy efficiency and focused on integrating equity into our work and solutions. We are dedicated to creating sustainable and inclusive energy systems that benefit communities, businesses, and the environment. Our team is passionate about driving positive change in the energy sector through data-driven insights, strong client partnerships, and practical energy solutions.

Job Summary

We are seeking a technically driven Energy Efficiency Project Engineer with a strong engineering background to help industrial customers identify, scope, and develop energy efficiency projects. The successful candidate will leverage their technical expertise to evaluate systems, quantify opportunities, facilitate incentive participation, and guide customers through project implementation while serving as their primary relationship manager

This role requires a strong technical foundation and the ability to understand industrial processes, mechanical and electrical systems, and energy-saving technologies. The Energy Efficiency Project Engineer will work closely with customers to identify and scope potential energy efficiency projects, evaluate technical feasibility, estimate energy savings, and coordinate with engineering staff, contractors, and utility partners to move projects from concept through implementation.

The ideal candidate combines engineering or technical expertise with strong relationship-management skills. They are comfortable conducting site visits, discussing technical solutions with facility personnel, reviewing equipment and system performance, and translating complex engineering concepts into practical business cases for customers. This position requires a proactive, customer-focused professional who enjoys problem-solving, building partnerships, and helping organizations achieve their energy, operational, and sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for industrial customers and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Engage with industrial customers to identify opportunities for energy efficiency improvements.
• Conduct outreach to existing, inactive, and prospective customers to increase participation in energy efficiency programs.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, vendors, and engineering staff to develop and implement energy savings projects.
• Facilitate utility and energy efficiency incentive program participation from project identification through completion.
• Coordinate project development activities, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Conduct site visits to understand customer operations and identify energy-saving opportunities.
• Review technical information and collaborate with engineering staff to quantify project impacts and incentive eligibility.
• Track customer pipelines, project status, program participation metrics, and reporting requirements.
• Prepare proposals, customer communications, presentations, and summary reports.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and act as a trusted advisor throughout the customer journey.
• Support business development efforts through networking, relationship building, and market engagement.
• Stay informed on industry trends, energy efficiency technologies, utility programs, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 6-10+ years of experience in energy efficiency, consulting, utilities, engineering, or a related field.
• Experience managing customer relationships and multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong interpersonal, networking, and customer engagement skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities with the ability to work independently.
• Experience working with industrial facilities preferred.
• Familiarity with energy efficiency programs, utility incentives, sustainability initiatives, or industrial operations preferred.
• Ability to understand technical concepts and communicate them effectively to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Experience with CRM systems, project tracking tools, or customer management platforms is a plus.
• CEM, CMVP, PMP, EIT, or related professional certifications are preferred but not required.

LD Consulting LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This job description provides a general outline of the responsibilities and qualifications required for the position. Specific duties and qualifications may vary based on LD Consulting's needs.