Engineering Field Specialist

About the role

This is a field based role in Virginia. We are looking for a talented individual to join our team as an Engineering Field Specialist supporting Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Demand Response programs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out on-site evaluations and engineering analysis of commercial and industrial energy systems to assess demand response potential and overall performance.
• Collect, validate, and analyze field data, including load profiles, equipment performance, and operational characteristics.
• Apply engineering principles to develop, calculate, and verify baselines, load reductions, and curtailment strategies.
• Translate data insights into actionable recommendations to improve program outcomes and customer participation.
• Serve as a technical liaison between customers, account managers, and internal engineering teams, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Identify and troubleshoot complex systems and resolve issues using analytical, data-driven approaches while ensuring accuracy and integrity of program data.

Requirements

• 6+ years of relevant experience in energy engineering, field engineering, or technical energy program delivery.
• Associate’s degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience required; Bachelor's degree and background in energy engineering, mechanical/electrical systems, or related field strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with energy calculations, load analysis, or demand response/energy efficiency programs.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for travel throughout the territory.
• 21+ with a clean valid drivers license.
• Reliable vehicle to travel through defined territory.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test and consent to the company obtaining a motor vehicle report evidencing a satisfactory driving record.
• Individuals provided a conditional offer of employment for this position must successfully pass a drug test and maintain a clean driving record as an ongoing requirement for continued employment.
• Must meet all DOT qualification requirements and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local transportation regulations.

Skills

• Strong foundation in energy systems, load calculations, and operational analysis.
• Experience with energy calculations, load analysis, or demand response/energy efficiency programs.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to develop, calculate, and verify baselines, load reductions, and curtailment strategies.
• Proficiency in translating data insights into actionable recommendations to improve program outcomes and customer participation.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills using analytical, data-driven approaches.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Company-paid health care concierge service.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick, personal and parental leave time.
• Paid Volunteer Time.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to on-demand training courses to advance further in your career.

Pay

Target Compensation: $56,000 - $68,000 depending on experience.

Schedule

This is a safety-sensitive position and may include field work (such as work in industrial/commercial locations and customer homes), warehouse work, or requires driving on behalf of the company.