General Motors

Energy and Water Optimization Leader

General Motors$110K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy Management, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in energy and water management.
  • Experience leading energy efficiency and conservation programs.
  • Strong project management and financial analysis skills.
  • Knowledge of utility systems, industrial processes, and energy management practices.
  • Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute energy efficiency and water conservation strategies.
  • Lead energy and water intensity reduction programs across manufacturing facilities.
  • Support enterprise sustainability and decarbonization objectives.
  • Drive implementation of DOE 50001 Ready and ENERGY STAR programs.
  • Build and manage the energy and water project pipeline.
  • Develop business cases for conservation projects and Energy Performance Contracts.
  • Monitor energy and water consumption trends and identify optimization opportunities.

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility with regional office requirements.
  • Opportunity to drive significant environmental impact and sustainability initiatives.
  • Collaboration with a diverse array of corporate and external teams.
  • Focus on operational excellence and continual improvement.
  • Access to innovative projects and technology in energy management.
Full Job Description

Job Description

Energy and Water Optimization Leader

Remote - This role is based remotely, but if the selected candidate lives within a specific mile radius of a GM hub, they will be expected to report to the location three times a week {or other frequency dictated by your manager}.

Sponsorship: GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

The Role

The Energy & Water Optimization Leader is responsible for driving enterprise energy and water reduction initiatives across manufacturing operations. This role leads the identification, development, and implementation of conservation strategies, operational excellence programs, and capital projects that reduce utility consumption, improve sustainability performance, lower operating costs, and support decarbonization objectives. The position serves as the primary liaison between corporate energy strategy teams and plant operations.

What You’ll Do

Energy & Water Optimization Strategy

  • Develop and execute energy efficiency and water conservation strategies.
  • Lead energy and water intensity reduction programs across manufacturing facilities.
  • Support enterprise sustainability, decarbonization, and environmental objectives.
  • Drive implementation of DOE 50001 Ready, ENERGY STAR, and other continuous improvement programs.

Project Development & Execution

  • Build and manage the energy and water project pipeline.
  • Develop business cases for conservation projects and Energy Performance Contracts (EPCs).
  • Support project funding approvals and implementation.
  • Coordinate utility rebate and incentive opportunities.

Plant Engagement & Operational Excellence

  • Serve as the liaison between corporate energy strategy and manufacturing sites.
  • Support plant Energy Conservation Engineers (ECEs) and facility teams.
  • Lead energy treasure hunts and operational assessments.
  • Develop and deploy best practices across manufacturing facilities.
  • Drive accountability through shutdown performance reviews and operational metrics.

Performance Management & Analytics

  • Monitor energy and water consumption trends and identify optimization opportunities.
  • Utilize metering, utility, and operational data to support decision-making.
  • Track savings, project performance, and reduction targets.
  • Partner with data analytics teams to improve visibility through dashboards and reporting tools.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with Manufacturing Operations, Sustainability, Finance, ICC, GMIT, Facilities, and external utility partners.
  • Support site water treatment, utility infrastructure, and building systems optimization initiatives.
  • Contribute to enterprise reporting and strategic planning processes.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy Management, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience leading energy efficiency, water conservation, utilities, facilities, manufacturing, or sustainability programs.
  • Strong project management and financial analysis skills.
  • Knowledge of utility systems, industrial processes, and energy management practices.
  • Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams
  • 10+ years of experience in energy and water management

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or similar credential.
  • Experience with ISO 50001 / DOE 50001 Ready programs.
  • Experience with metering systems, Power BI, utility analytics, and energy management software.
  • Background in industrial manufacturing operations.

About General Motors

General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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