Salary: $7,044.00 - $9,478.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2026-FPS-011
Department: Dept. of Enterprise Services
Division: Facility Professional Services
Opening Date: 07/16/2026
Closing Date: 8/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
DescriptionEnergy Engineer(Energy/Utilities Engineer 3)
Monday - Friday | 8AM - 5PM | HYBRID
NOTE:The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after the required posting period, and during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. Additionally, this is a home-based hybrid position, with the requirement to come into the office and travel to project sites as needed.
About the Opportunity:As an Energy Engineer, you will provide critical project management and technical assistance for Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) public works projects across Washington. Working directly with state agencies, school districts, higher education, and municipalities, you will manage performance contracts and perform Energy Life Cycle Cost Analysis (ELCCA) reviews to support resource efficiency. In this role, you will help our client agencies optimize their built environments, directly contributing to a more just, sustainable, and energy-efficient future for all Washingtonians.
Duties Some of what you'll enjoy doing includes:- Manage energy engineering and ESPC projects throughout their entire life cycle.
- Drive marketing, project development, audits, and contract reviews.
- Oversee project costs, negotiate fees, and review and approve invoices.
- Supervise construction, manage commissioning, and make formal recommendations for client approval.
- Review and make recommendation for approval of ELCCA (Energy Life Cycle Cost Analysis) reports to facility owners.
- Complete other assignments and duties assigned by the Energy Program Manager, the FPS Assistant Director, and the DES Director or Chief Operations Officer.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications:- Engineer in Training (EIT) or Energy Manager in Training (EMIT) certification.
- Six (6) years of combined experience and/or education that demonstrates competency related to this role.
- Qualifying education will be in engineering, environmental science, or the hard sciences.
- Qualifying experience will be in energy engineering, energy auditing and analysis, project management, energy savings performance contracting, construction management, utility engineering, resource conservation management, and/or building commissioning. Related experience may be accepted, and will be in the fields of architecture, civil or structural engineering, engineering management, or natural resource management.
- Two (2) years of this experience must be at the professional level.
- Demonstrated ability to:
- Manage complex engineering projects from start to finish, working both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Analyze energy flows, evaluate energy technologies, and resolve technical issues in facilities.
- Communicate clearly through writing and speaking while using strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) CompetenciesIncumbents to this position must possess and demonstrate the following competencies:
- Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of our DES DEI culture and commit to being a part of creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, respectful and inclusive workplace.
- Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment.
- Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment.
- Demonstrate the understanding that all people are valued; contribute to an equitable, inclusive and respectful environment when working with members of the group, team, organization or community.
- Commit to being an active participant in continually evaluating and improving strategies that promote equity and inclusion in our organization.
Preferred Qualifications:- Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Energy Manager (CEM).
Supplemental InformationHow to Apply:Interested? We would love to hear from you! Click "Apply" at the top of this page to start your application. You can save the application and come back to it, if needed. Be sure to complete the application fully to include a full work history and responses to the supplemental questions.
Please attach the following documents to be considered for the position. Failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position:- A letter of interest that shows your personality and voice to describe why you are the successful candidate and how you meet the specific qualifications for this position.
- A current resume detailing your experience and education.
- A list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information (attached or available to provide at the time of interview)
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not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.)
NOTE: By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not substitute for completing the "duties summary" section or supplemental questions of the application. Please do not "refer to resume" for detail, or your application may be disqualified.
