Icf
Transportation
PrincipalTransportation&EnergyConsultant(Port&MaritimeDecarbonization)
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“Principal Transportation & Energy Consultant (Port & Maritime Decarbonization) at Icf. Skills: Port decarbonization, Maritime decarbonization, Transportation electrification, Clean energy infrastructure. Lead projects on port electrification. Lead projects on clean energy infrastructure”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills; Analytical skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, 8+ years of experience, Foundational knowledge in transportation electrification, Foundational knowledge in clean transportation fuels, Foundational knowledge in GHG emissions reduction strategies
Nice to Have
Experience working for or consulting to a major U.S. seaport
What You'll Do.
Lead projects on port electrification
Lead projects on clean energy infrastructure
Lead projects on alternative marine fuels
Lead projects on air quality improvements
Support strategy development for zero-emission equipment
Support strategy development for charging infrastructure
Support strategy development for shore power systems
Support strategy development for battery storage
Support strategy development for microgrids
Support strategy development for clean marine fuel deployment
Conduct electrification feasibility assessments
Conduct clean fuel feasibility assessments
Evaluate utility and grid capacity constraints
Develop integrated energy strategies
Help clients navigate transportation-energy-infrastructure planning
Identify funding opportunities
Support clients in securing grants
Support clients in securing incentives
Conduct emissions analysis
Develop decarbonization roadmaps
Evaluate emerging technologies
Evaluate regulatory requirements
Support business development activities
Lead multidisciplinary teams
Deliver technically sound solutions
Deliver implementation-focused solutions
Develop practical strategies
Develop financially viable strategies
Improve environmental performance
Support reliable port operations
Support efficient port operations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Port leadership; Terminal operators; Utilities; Regulators; Industry stakeholders; Multidisciplinary teams
Communication Scope
Oral communication; Written communication; Client presentations
Full Job Description
Principal Transportation and Energy Consultant ICF is seeking a Principal Transportation and Energy Consultant with specialized expertise in port and maritime decarbonization. The successful candidate will lead projects focused on port electrification, clean energy infrastructure, alternative marine fuels, and air quality improvements across maritime and freight transportation systems. This role requires a strong understanding of port operations, energy systems, and the technical and operational challenges associated with transitioning ports toward low- and zero-emission operations. The consultant will support the development and implementation of strategies related to zero-emission cargo handling equipment, drayage truck charging infrastructure, shore power systems, battery storage, microgrids, and clean marine fuel deployment. Responsibilities include conducting electrification and clean fuel feasibility assessments, evaluating utility and grid capacity constraints, and developing integrated energy strategies that align decarbonization goals with operational and infrastructure realities at ports and terminals. A key aspect of the role is helping port clients navigate the intersection of transportation, energy, and infrastructure planning. The successful candidate will understand how different departments within port agencies operate and collaborate and will be able to effectively engage with port leadership, terminal operators, utilities, regulators, and industry stakeholders. The position also involves identifying funding opportunities and supporting clients in securing local, state, and federal grants and incentives for clean transportation and energy projects. Additional responsibilities include emissions analysis, development of decarbonization roadmaps, evaluation of emerging technologies and regulatory requirements, report writing, presentations, and support for business development activities. The consultant will also mentor junior staff and lead multidisci
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