Strategic Tech Transfer Supervisor

About the Role

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. The Electrification and Strategic Technology Division oversees efforts in transportation and building electrification, grid modernization, and strategic technology. The Strategic Technology Transfer (STT) team focuses on electrification, flexible load projects, customer innovation, transit bus electrification, and grant-funded studies. We are seeking an Energy Management Analyst Supervisor to lead a team of experts in implementing new technology projects and supporting customer electrification efforts. This position reports to the Executive Director of The Lab at City Light.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and implement state-of-the-art technologies, including engineering analysis and testing of electrical and mechanical building systems.
• Design and demonstrate building and grid-connected systems for energy management.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on new strategic technologies, representing City Light at industry forums and technical committees.
• Facilitate commercial and industrial facility owners’ participation in electrification programs.
• Develop criteria for technologies related to demand-side management, load flexibility, and renewable energy.
• Compile cost estimates, feasibility studies, and pilot projects.
• Provide technical assistance on electrification to departmental units.
• Advise stakeholders on specifications and policy adoption related to City codes and standards.
• Manage grant-funded projects and support grant proposal writing.
• Lead and manage consultants, including recruitment, scoping, procurement, and contracting.
• Supervise a team, including hiring, setting expectations, performance reviews, and resource allocation.

Qualifications

• Education: Baccalaureate Degree in Energy Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Experience: Three years in commercial/industrial energy management analysis, with at least one year of supervisory experience.
• License: Current Washington State driver's license or equivalent mobility.

Desired Qualifications

• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree.
• Experience with new grid technology implementations, utility operations, and distribution equipment.
• Ability to coordinate activities across engineering, field crews, and operations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and technical writing skills.
• Project management experience, including process design and documentation.
• Experience collaborating with customers on new technologies and utility planning.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies in buildings and transportation.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary, multi-agency project teams.

Work Environment

Most work is performed in a normal office environment, with occasional visits to commercial and industrial facilities for inspections and energy conservation assessments.

Additional Information

The full salary range for this position is $66.95 - $78.00 per hour. Seattle City Light values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. Job offers are contingent on background verification and compliance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.