Icf

Energy

PrincipalEnergy&AnalyticsConsultant

$144–245k United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Principal Energy & Analytics Consultant at Icf. Skills: Energy Analytics, DER, Client Advisory, Long-term planning. Serve as senior client lead. Build relationships with utility stakeholders”

What You'll Achieve.

Advance decarbonization; Advance grid resilience; Advance affordability; Move ideas from analysis to implementation

Industry & Context.

Energy
Problems you'll solve

Analytical strategies; Data analysis; Problem framing

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Advanced degree (PhD, MS, or equivalent) in engineering, energy systems, policy, or a related field, 8+ years of experience in energy analytics, DER planning, building energy modeling, or applied energy policy, Demonstrated experience leading complex, analytics-driven client engagements, Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical and executive audiences, Experience working with utilities, regulators, national labs, or public-sector organizations

Nice to Have

Deep expertise in building stock, DER, or energy system modeling, Experience operating at the intersection of technical analysis and public policy, Record of publications, presentations, or recognized thought leadership in energy or climate analytics, Experience working in matrixed or multi-disciplinary consulting environments

What You'll Do.

Serve as senior client lead

Build relationships with utility stakeholders

Deliver defensible guidance for executive and regulatory conversations

Lead client problem framing

Lead decision narrative development

Connect affordability

portfolio performance

Lead day to day engagement execution

Ensure recommendations are grounded in real client data

Implement through durable workflows

Establish scalable analytics foundation

Define model ready data standards and pipelines

and refresh processes

Lead rigor in digital twin

Define quality and confidence frameworks

Ensure results are transparent

Translate advanced analytics into decision workflows

Connect customer segmentation

portfolio scenario analysis

Inform program design and system value assessment

Mentor consultants and analysts

Strengthen analytical capability

Strengthen consulting judgment

Act as bridge between data science

Ensure analytics are tightly aligned with client needs

Contribute to internal capability building

Support proposal development

Support solution shaping

Support client positioning for analytics-heavy and strategy-led pursuits

Contribute to internal and external thought leadership

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Multidisciplinary teams; Data science teams; Engineering teams; Consulting teams

Communication Scope

Client communication; Executive communication; Regulatory communication; Technical concepts

Full Job Description

**Principal Energy & Analytics Consultant Location: US Remote ** **Ready to make a difference?** We are seeking a technically strong Principal Energy & Analytics Consultant to join our Energy Analytics and Sightline DER teams and help utilities and public‑sector clients navigate a rapidly evolving energy landscape. This role sits at the intersection of distributed energy resources (DERs), demand‑side programs, advanced energy analytics, and long‑term planning—supporting some of the most consequential decisions facing the power system today. You will lead analytically complex, high‑impact consulting engagements; guide multidisciplinary teams; and work directly with clients to turn sophisticated modeling and data analysis into clear, actionable strategies. This is an opportunity for an impact‑driven energy professional who thrives at the intersection of analytics, energy systems, and client advisory work. In this role, you will combine hands‑on technical leadership with project and client engagement, translating rigorous analysis into real‑world outcomes that advance decarbonization, grid resilience, and affordability—helping move ideas from analysis to implementation. **Why you will love working here:** * **Quality of life:** Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance * **Investment in the community:** Donation matching, volunteer opportunities * **Investment in you:** Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan * **And many more**(ask your recruiter for details) **What you will be doing:** **Client Leadership & Trusted Advisory ** * Serve as a senior client lead and trusted advisor for complex DER/DSM analytics engagements, building strong relationships with utility stakeholders and delivering clear, defensible guidance for executive and regulatory conversations. * Lead client problem framing and decision narrative development, connecting affordability, equity, customer behavior, portfolio

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