Renewable Energy Equipment Subject Matter Expert

Description Do you enjoy working in renewables, fuel cells, energy storage, or other generation technologies? How about enabling project developers, financial institutions, and owners/investors to bring online generation projects that support the future of energy around the globe? ICFu2019s TECHNICAL ADVISORY TEAM IS DOING JUST THAT In the last year, we have: u2022 Supported the financing of over 60GW of RE projects in the last several years as well as supported projects in development and reviews of operating facilities to optimize operations. u2022 Executed due diligence reviews for numerous residential, commercial, and utility-scale renewable energy projects across the United States and internationally including commercial agreements, design and technology, generation estimates, environmental and permitting, as well as cost and schedule. u2022 Supported the financing of new renewable energy equipment manufacturing facilities in the U.S. including solar, storage, and modular datacenter equipment. u2022 Executed due diligence reviews for emerging RE technologies including floating solar racking, modular panel deployment designs, and agrovoltaic installations. u2022 Supported the U.S. Department of Energy through independent reviews for the scaleup and commercialization of novel advanced bioenergy technologies for the manufacturing of advanced/cellulosic biofuels, bioproducts, refinery-compatible intermediates, and pilot- or demonstration-scale projects. What would you do? You will be a key member of a client facing consulting team evaluating project needs, identifying critical risks, and providing solutions in support of energy generation development and financing. Your primary responsibilities will entail technical review of major project equipment including key design performance characteristics, supplier history and experience, manufacturing and quality processes, and historical performance and field failure rates. Additionally, you will document equipment reviews in financing reports for project developers, owner/investors, and lenders. Lastly, you will research and investigate the latest equipment technology developments and provide client insights on trends and associated risks. Key Responsibilities: + Review the design and technical aspects of energy generation system components (solar, wind, storage, bio, or thermal) and their suitability to the project. + Develop technology reviews for equipment and systems for energy generation projects, including individual components, subsystems, and energy storage systems for financing reports. + Perform detailed technical research related to the major component development of energy generation projects, critical component technology development, and manufacturing trends. + Manage independent engineering or owneru2019s advisory projects including client interaction, ICF team organization, project financials and reporting. + Develop and maintain relationships among equipment suppliers, O&M providers, third-party test labs, and certification bodies. Minimum Qualifications: + Bacheloru2019s degree in engineering or related field with a focus on energy generation systems. + 5+ years of experience working in manufacturing or development of equipment for renewable energy projects or electronic component technology development and/or analysis. + Experienced in manufacturing processes and equipment reliability assessments, including certifications, best practices, third-party testing requirements, bill of materials evaluations, and technical warranty considerations. + Experience translating complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language for diverse, non-technical audiences across various organizational levels. + Experienced in leading projects with strong organizational and project management skills. Preferred Qualifications: + Masteru2019s degree in engineering or related field with a focus on energy generation systems. + Experience with solar PV modules, solar PV inverters, solar PV tracking systems, energy storage component technology, manufacturing processes, and reliability assessment of equipment is preferred. + Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineeru2019s license preferred. + Experience with utility scale solar and/or energy storage components, design, construction, operation, and/or development a plus. + Green Belt or Black Belt in Six Sigma Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but weu2019re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO ( policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplacediscriminationrigh t s or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. 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Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $89,203.00 - $151,646.00 Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

Created: 2025-10-09