Icf

Transportation

PrincipalTransportation&EnergyConsultant(Port&MaritimeDecarbonization)

$90–152k Los Angeles, California, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Principal candidates.

The Brief

“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.

Transportation
Problems you'll solve

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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