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Get Access To All JobsSenior Energy Consultant - DER/DSM Benefit Cost Analysis and Valuation
Location: US Remote
Ready to make a difference?
Then come work for ICF, where we combine passion for our work with industry expertise and innovative analytics to produce compelling results that help solve some of the world’s most challenging problems. ICF is a leader in helping public- and private-sector clients develop practical energy strategies and implement durable solutions that improve efficiency, flexibility, decarbonization outcomes, and long-term performance. To support our growth, we are hiring a Senior Energy Consultant to join our Energy Analytics and Consulting team. This role is best suited for a seasoned individual contributor with a strong area of specialization who can work with limited direction, independently lead technical workstreams, solve problems of diverse scope, and deliver high-quality client-ready analysis.
The Senior Energy Consultant will contribute to complex analytical and consulting assignments related to DSM programs, flexible load management, distributed energy resources, decarbonization, and utility planning. This person will combine technical depth, sound judgment, client communication, and practical project execution skills while helping strengthen team capability and delivery quality.
Why you will love working here:
- Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
- Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
- Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)
What you will be doing:
- Assist with DER planning efforts, regulatory filings, and associated regulatory support for utilities and government agencies, with a primary focus on DER valuation and benefit-cost analysis.
- Apply and adapt benefit-cost analysis frameworks (e.g., utility cost-effectiveness tests and market value approaches) to evaluate emerging DER programs, technologies, and market structures.
- Serve as a thought partner and emerging thought leader on how DERs can be valued in evolving contexts, including new program designs, policy objectives, and grid needs.
- Contribute to leading-edge engagements that assess the market value, system impacts, and economic implications of DERs such as energy efficiency, demand response, distributed solar, storage, and electrification technologies.
- Develop, enhance, and maintain Excel-based analytical and financial models to quantify DER impacts, costs, benefits, and sensitivities.
- Analyze large and complex datasets to support DER valuation, forecasting, and economic analysis.
- Prepare clear, persuasive technical memoranda, regulatory testimony support materials, presentations, and client reports.
- Participate in client meetings, present analytical results, and support client decision-making through clear communication of assumptions, methods, and results.
- Aspire to be a client-facing consultant and grow to be a project manager.
What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, Economics, Policy or a related field AND 5+ years of demonstrated professional experience in the energy consulting or utilities industry designing DSM programs and performing benefit cost analysis.
OR
- Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, Economics, Policy or a related field AND 3+ years of demonstrated professional experience in the energy consulting or utilities industry designing DSM programs and performing benefit cost analysis.
- Experience with utility planning, cost-effectiveness analysis, technical resource manuals, engineering calculations, or regulatory support.
- Experience with distributed energy resources, flexible load management, demand response, electrification, decarbonization, or utility program analytics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong capability with advanced Excel and quantitative analysis workflows.
What we would like you to have:
- Hands-on experience with benefit-cost analysis, including utility cost-effectiveness tests and economic valuation methods.
- Understanding of DER program design, utility planning processes, and the utility business model.
- Familiarity with energy markets and the economic drivers of DER adoption and performance.
- Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, scenario analysis, and financial or economic modeling.
- Experience supporting regulatory or public stakeholder processes, including preparation of technical exhibits or supporting documentation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical analysis into clear, actionable insights for clients.
- Interest in and ability to contribute to thought leadership on emerging DER technologies, valuation approaches, and market or policy trends.
- Client-facing experience or demonstrated readiness to engage directly with clients in a professional consulting environment.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re 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 our EEO 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 Candidateaccommodation@icf.com 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 workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
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:
$89,649.00 - $152,404.00
Nationwide Remote Office (US99)
Senior Energy Consultant - DER/DSM Benefit Cost Analysis and Valuation
Location: US Remote
Ready to make a difference?
Then come work for ICF, where we combine passion for our work with industry expertise and innovative analytics to produce compelling results that help solve some of the world’s most challenging problems. ICF is a leader in helping public- and private-sector clients develop practical energy strategies and implement durable solutions that improve efficiency, flexibility, decarbonization outcomes, and long-term performance. To support our growth, we are hiring a Senior Energy Consultant to join our Energy Analytics and Consulting team. This role is best suited for a seasoned individual contributor with a strong area of specialization who can work with limited direction, independently lead technical workstreams, solve problems of diverse scope, and deliver high-quality client-ready analysis.
The Senior Energy Consultant will contribute to complex analytical and consulting assignments related to DSM programs, flexible load management, distributed energy resources, decarbonization, and utility planning. This person will combine technical depth, sound judgment, client communication, and practical project execution skills while helping strengthen team capability and delivery quality.
Why you will love working here:
- Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
- Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
- Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)
What you will be doing:
- Assist with DER planning efforts, regulatory filings, and associated regulatory support for utilities and government agencies, with a primary focus on DER valuation and benefit-cost analysis.
- Apply and adapt benefit-cost analysis frameworks (e.g., utility cost-effectiveness tests and market value approaches) to evaluate emerging DER programs, technologies, and market structures.
- Serve as a thought partner and emerging thought leader on how DERs can be valued in evolving contexts, including new program designs, policy objectives, and grid needs.
- Contribute to leading-edge engagements that assess the market value, system impacts, and economic implications of DERs such as energy efficiency, demand response, distributed solar, storage, and electrification technologies.
- Develop, enhance, and maintain Excel-based analytical and financial models to quantify DER impacts, costs, benefits, and sensitivities.
- Analyze large and complex datasets to support DER valuation, forecasting, and economic analysis.
- Prepare clear, persuasive technical memoranda, regulatory testimony support materials, presentations, and client reports.
- Participate in client meetings, present analytical results, and support client decision-making through clear communication of assumptions, methods, and results.
- Aspire to be a client-facing consultant and grow to be a project manager.
What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, Economics, Policy or a related field AND 5+ years of demonstrated professional experience in the energy consulting or utilities industry designing DSM programs and performing benefit cost analysis.
OR
- Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, Economics, Policy or a related field AND 3+ years of demonstrated professional experience in the energy consulting or utilities industry designing DSM programs and performing benefit cost analysis.
- Experience with utility planning, cost-effectiveness analysis, technical resource manuals, engineering calculations, or regulatory support.
- Experience with distributed energy resources, flexible load management, demand response, electrification, decarbonization, or utility program analytics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong capability with advanced Excel and quantitative analysis workflows.
What we would like you to have:
- Hands-on experience with benefit-cost analysis, including utility cost-effectiveness tests and economic valuation methods.
- Understanding of DER program design, utility planning processes, and the utility business model.
- Familiarity with energy markets and the economic drivers of DER adoption and performance.
- Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, scenario analysis, and financial or economic modeling.
- Experience supporting regulatory or public stakeholder processes, including preparation of technical exhibits or supporting documentation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical analysis into clear, actionable insights for clients.
- Interest in and ability to contribute to thought leadership on emerging DER technologies, valuation approaches, and market or policy trends.
- Client-facing experience or demonstrated readiness to engage directly with clients in a professional consulting environment.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re 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 our EEO 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 Candidateaccommodation@icf.com 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 workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
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:
$89,649.00 - $152,404.00
Nationwide Remote Office (US99)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Energy Consultant
Verify your CIP code qualifies early
Cross-check your degree's CIP code against the STEM Designated Degree Program List that USCIS maintains. Engineering, environmental science, and applied physics codes commonly support Energy Consultant roles, but interdisciplinary degrees sometimes carry non-STEM CIP codes that disqualify you.
Target firms with active LCA filing history
Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data for employers who've filed Labor Condition Applications under energy-related SOC codes. Firms with recent LCA filings have already navigated the E-Verify and prevailing-wage process, making them far more likely to extend STEM OPT students without delay.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting any offer
Ask your prospective employer to provide their E-Verify Company ID number before you sign. You can verify enrollment status directly through the E-Verify portal. An unenrolled employer cannot legally support your STEM OPT extension, no matter how willing they are to hire you.
Build your I-983 training plan around measurable outcomes
Energy Consultant roles lend themselves to quantifiable learning objectives, energy savings metrics, audit completion rates, modeling software proficiency. A vague I-983 raises DSO and USCIS scrutiny, so draft your plan with specific deliverables tied to your STEM degree before your start date.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Look up prevailing wages for your SOC code and geographic area using OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. STEM OPT training plans must reflect bona fide employment, and an offer well below the prevailing wage can trigger USCIS concerns about whether the position constitutes genuine practical training.
Find E-Verify employers through Migrate Mate
Filter Energy Consultant openings by E-Verify enrollment status on Migrate Mate so you only apply to employers who can legally sponsor your extension. Sorting by STEM OPT eligibility up front saves weeks of back-and-forth with recruiters who don't understand the E-Verify requirement.
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Find Energy Consultant JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does my STEM degree qualify me for the 24-month STEM OPT extension as an Energy Consultant?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not just the degree name. Engineering disciplines, environmental science, applied mathematics, and physics commonly appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List that USCIS recognizes. If your transcript lists an interdisciplinary or policy-adjacent major, check your CIP code against the official list through your DSO before assuming you qualify. An O*NET review of the Energy Consultant role can also help you map your degree field to the position.
What does the I-983 training plan need to cover for an Energy Consultant position?
Your I-983 must describe how the Energy Consultant role directly applies your STEM degree through a structured, supervised training experience. Spell out specific technical skills you'll develop, energy modeling, auditing methodologies, grid efficiency analysis, and tie each to a learning objective. Both you and your employer sign it, and your DSO must authorize the extension before you start. USCIS can request it during a site visit, so vague language creates real compliance risk.
Why does my Energy Consultant employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify?
E-Verify enrollment is a legal prerequisite for STEM OPT, not a preference. The employer submits a Form I-983 training plan and uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization. Without active E-Verify enrollment, your DSO cannot authorize the 24-month extension and you'd be limited to your initial 12-month OPT period. Ask for your employer's E-Verify Company ID and confirm their enrollment status before signing any offer letter. Migrate Mate filters listings by E-Verify enrollment so you can identify eligible employers quickly.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my H-1B petition is filed but not yet approved?
If your employer files an H-1B cap-subject petition before your STEM OPT expires and you remain in a valid status on April 1, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your OPT EAD through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working for the same E-Verify employer in the same Energy Consultant role during that period. USCIS issues a cap-gap extension that your DSO documents in SEVIS. If the H-1B is not selected in the lottery, your authorization ends when the cap-gap period closes.
Can I work as an independent contractor or consultant through my own LLC on STEM OPT?
No. STEM OPT requires a bona fide employer-employee relationship with an E-Verify-enrolled organization. Self-employment through your own entity does not satisfy the I-983 training plan requirement because there is no qualifying employer to supervise and sign off on your training. Energy consulting work through a staffing agency is also complex and requires the staffing firm, not the end client, to be the E-Verify-enrolled employer of record who signs the I-983.
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