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Location: New York, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Cleveland, Dallas, Detroit, Pittsburgh, Hoboken, Houston, Los Angeles, McLean, Miami, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Charlotte, Oklahoma City, Philadelphia, Portland, San Francisco, Seattle, St. Louis, Tampa
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.
We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
The Opportunity
The objective of our Risk Consulting services is to provide clients with a candid and reliable overview of their risk landscape. Our solutions help organizations build confidence and trust with their customers, stakeholders, and the broader market while addressing evolving business, technology, cybersecurity, and regulatory risks.
This role primarily supports clients within the Industrials & Energy sector, helping organizations address technology, cybersecurity, operational, and regulatory risks associated with increasingly complex business and technology environments. The successful candidate will support clients across a range of Digital Risk, technology risk, cybersecurity, controls, and transformation initiatives within Industrials & Energy environments.
Your Key Responsibilities
You will work as an engagement team leader supporting clients in identifying, assessing, and addressing technology, cybersecurity, and operational risks. You will work closely with client personnel to evaluate and enhance information systems, business processes, and technology controls while supporting Digital Risk engagements across a variety of Industrials & Energy organizations.
As part of this role, you will:
- Collaborate with engagement teams to plan and execute Digital Risk and technology risk engagements.
- Develop risk assessments, work programs, and testing strategies aligned to client objectives.
- Evaluate information technology controls, cybersecurity risks, business processes, and technology-enabled operations.
- Lead day-to-day engagement activities, coordinate workstreams, communicate project status, and support the development of junior team members.
- Apply knowledge of industry-specific business processes, technology environments, operational considerations, and emerging risks.
- Support clients undergoing digital transformation, ERP modernization, cloud adoption, cybersecurity enhancements, and technology-enabled business change initiatives.
- Demonstrate strong project management, analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills while delivering exceptional client service.
Skills and Attributes for Success
- Apply a thorough understanding of information systems, IT controls, cybersecurity, and technology risk management concepts.
- Utilize industry and technology knowledge to identify risks, recommend practical solutions, and communicate insights to clients and engagement teams.
- Demonstrate the ability to understand complex client environments and adapt risk assessments to industry-specific challenges.
- Build strong client relationships while delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced consulting environment.
- Collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
- Apply knowledge of industry-specific operational, regulatory, technology, and cybersecurity risks.
To Qualify for the Role, You Must Have
- A bachelor's or master's degree in business, accounting, finance, computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience working as an IT auditor, IT risk advisor, cybersecurity consultant, Digital Risk professional, or within a related risk consulting discipline.
- Experience delivering technology risk, cybersecurity, IT controls, ERP risk, cloud risk, digital transformation, or related risk and technology engagements for complex organizations, including organizations within the Industrials & Energy sector.
- Demonstrated experience serving clients within the Industrials & Energy sector and understanding the operational, technology, cybersecurity, operational technology (OT), and regulatory considerations impacting these organizations.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%, including international travel as needed.
- Valid passport required.
- Ability to work additional hours as necessary to meet client and engagement demands.
Ideally, You'll Also Have
- CPA, CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, CGEIT, CIPP, CBCP, or similar certification.
- Experience supporting large multinational Industrials & Energy organizations.
- Understanding of emerging technology, cybersecurity, operational technology (OT), manufacturing systems, supply chain technologies, and ERP trends affecting Industrials & Energy companies.
- Experience participating in business development, proposal efforts, account expansion activities, or client relationship management initiatives.
What We Look For
We're looking for individuals who combine strong Digital Risk and technology risk capabilities with Industrials & Energy sector experience. Successful candidates are collaborative problem-solvers who can bring industry insights, technical knowledge, and a consulting mindset to help clients navigate complex business and technology challenges while delivering measurable value.
What we offer you
At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.
- We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job is:
- New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices – $105,400 to $175,400
- Bay Area California offices – $109,700 to $182,800
- All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $87,800 to $160,900
- Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
- Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
- To make the most of your application experience, please limit yourself to two applications within a six-month period.
- EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.
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- At EY, our values set the foundation for how we work and the behaviors we expect of our people. Any misrepresentation or falsification of information or lack of integrity at any point in the recruiting process may result in withdrawal of your candidacy, revocation of an offer or immediate termination of employment.
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Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy10

- Navigate Power & Verde Solutions7

- West Monroe5

- Venture Home5

- Guidehouse4

Top Industries Hiring
- Renewable Energy
- Energy
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in energy consultant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, or a related technical field
- Experience conducting energy audits or efficiency assessments for commercial or industrial clients
- Proficiency with energy modeling software such as eQUEST, EnergyPlus, or similar tools
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM) credential or willingness to obtain certification
- Familiarity with ASHRAE standards, energy codes, and utility incentive programs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing reporting and presentations
Tips for Your Energy Consultant Job Search
Quantify your energy savings results
Hiring managers want to see measurable impact, not vague responsibilities. Replace generic bullet points with specific outcomes: gigawatt-hours saved, carbon reduction targets met, or cost savings delivered for a client project. Numbers make your resume stand out immediately.
Match your certifications to the listing
Energy consultant postings frequently specify credentials like CEM, LEED, or PE licensure as requirements, not preferences. Read each listing carefully and lead with the certifications they name before listing others. Mismatched credentials get screened out fast.
Target roles by utility sector focus
Your experience in demand response, grid modernization, or commercial efficiency is not interchangeable to every employer. Filter openings by sector before applying so your background aligns with the client base, whether that's industrial facilities, municipal utilities, or commercial real estate.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists energy consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a technical case study for interviews
Energy consultant interviews often include a scenario where you walk through an audit methodology or a load analysis approach. Prepare one real project you can describe end to end, including data sources used, assumptions made, and how you presented findings to a non-technical client.
Negotiate scope before negotiating the offer
Before discussing compensation, clarify whether the role is client-facing, internal, or project-based, since that directly affects your workload and travel expectations. Understanding the actual scope lets you negotiate terms that match how the job will actually run day to day.
Energy Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most energy consultants?
The companies hiring the most energy consultants right now include Sargent & Lundy, Navigate Power & Verde Solutions, and West Monroe, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Illinois, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand tends to be strongest at management consulting firms, utility service companies, and engineering firms with dedicated energy practices.
How many energy consultant jobs are remote?
About 78% of energy consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with availability varying by role type. Advisory and data analysis roles are most likely to offer remote arrangements, while positions that require on-site audits, facility walkthroughs, or utility project management are typically in-person or travel-heavy.
How do you become an energy consultant?
Start with a technical degree in engineering, environmental science, or a related field, then build hands-on experience through internships, entry-level analyst roles, or work in facilities management. Earning a Certified Energy Manager credential signals competence to employers. From there, developing client-facing skills and specializing in a sector like commercial real estate, manufacturing, or utilities opens senior consulting opportunities.
Can you get hired as an energy consultant with little experience?
Yes, entry-level energy consultant roles exist, particularly at large consulting firms and utilities that run structured analyst programs. Employers hiring at this level prioritize technical coursework, relevant internships, and hands-on project work over years of experience. A strong understanding of energy modeling tools and demonstrated ability to analyze consumption data can compensate for a short work history.
What does the energy consultant interview process look like?
Most energy consultant interviews include an initial screen focused on your technical background, followed by one or two rounds with hiring managers or project leads. Expect a case study or scenario exercise that tests your ability to analyze energy data, identify efficiency opportunities, or structure a client recommendation. Final rounds often involve a presentation to a panel and questions about your approach to client relationships.
Where can I find and apply to energy consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to energy consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and target sector, and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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