Energy Strategy Engineer

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, energy, environmental, civil, chemical engineering or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
4+ years of experience in engineering or energy field
Experience with data analysis
Basic understanding of US energy markets
Strong time and project management skills
Ability to take initiative with ambiguous projects
Collaborate well with teams
Fast learner, capable of quickly gaining domain expertise in the highly complex climate and sustainability markets

Develop recommendations for GM’s renewable energy and sustainability goals, including working with third parties to contract renewable power purchase agreements and green tariffs
Lead forecasting analyses for Virtual Power Purchase Agreements (VPPAs) and utility green tariffs
Lead clean energy policy engagement in support of an affordable, reliable, and decarbonized grid; interfacing with internal Global Public Policy federal and state teams as well as potential external group engagement
Engage with external partnerships in the clean energy space to evaluate new technology and other clean energy opportunities to further GM’s emissions reduction efforts. Groups include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, Emissions First Partnership, and several others
Manage external reporting for renewable energy initiatives, including contributing to GM’s annual public sustainability report, Security Exchange Commission (SEC) 10k filing, and Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)
Work closely with communications team to showcase GM’s sustainability efforts, including speaking publicly about our team’s work
Project management for ad hoc energy projects
Prepare presentations for leadership to inform or ask for approval

Master’s degree in energy, public affairs, or business preferred but not required
Experience working with clean energy strategy preferred but not required