Senior Consultant- DER/DSM Planning and Design
Senior Consultant- DER/DSM Planning and Design Remote – U.S. (Nationwide Remote Office)
Overview
Senior Consultant, Energy Consulting & Analytics (DER/DSM Planning and Design). IC F helps utilities and public agencies design, plan, and implement demand side management (DSM) and distributed energy resource (DER) initiatives, including energy efficiency, demand response / load management, electrification, and other DERs. The team is a leader in utility planning, program design, and program implementation analytics. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, engage with clients, support business development, and manage workstreams and projects as they grow. What You Will Be Doing Lead aspects of program design for DSM/DER portfolios (residential, commercial, and cross-cutting), including measure characterization, segmentation, incentive strategy, delivery models, and KPIs aligned to regulatory filings and cost-effectiveness tests. Analyze impacts of DER/DSM integration and adoption: translate load flexibility and electrification scenarios into actionable program and portfolio plans; partner with internal teams to assess program value (including locational value and other value streams) and real-world implementation considerations. Utilize, adapt, and extend ICF tools for new applications to support forecasting, benefit–cost analysis, program targeting, and scenario building. Provide analytical and technical support to implementation teams: calculator/model buildouts, data pipelines, dashboards, QA/QC, and evaluation support in collaboration with program delivery, IT, and data science teams. Advise on regulatory strategy: contribute to utility filing development and analysis, testimony support, stakeholder workshops, and responses to discovery around DSM/DER program portfolios. Contribute to the development of innovative, accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services, typically working on multiple projects with all levels of staff. Support business development: shape pursuits, develop solution approaches, and assist in writing compelling proposals; coordinate with practice leads and solution owners. Co-author reports and other client deliverables, journal articles, white papers and marketing pieces. Manage project workstreams: own scope, schedule, budget, risk/issue logs, and client communications; mentor junior staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy, economics, public policy, data science, or related field. 5+ years of relevant experience in energy consulting/utility programs including DSM program design, DER planning/integration, regulatory support, or program implementation analytics. Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree (MA/MS/MEng) in a related field; strong writing and client-facing communication skills. Hands-on experience with analytical tools, including Excel and coding-based analytics tools (Python and R) or equivalent utility analytics stacks; proficiency with Excel and at least one of SQL/Python/R plus Power BI or similar BI tooling. Familiarity with DER technologies (heat pumps, water heating, storage, EV/managed charging, DR enablement), valuation (NPV/IRR, ISO market mechanisms), and utility cost–effectiveness; experience engaging with regulators and stakeholders. Experience building program design artifacts (logic models, savings algorithms, segmentation/targeting) and working knowledge of cost-effectiveness tests (e.g., TRC, UCT). Demonstrated project and resource management; experience in proposal development and client relationship support. Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider. We combine expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a workplace where everyone can thrive. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Email [email protected] for assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and used only to provide needed accommodations. Pay Range - The pay range for this position (full-time) is $89,203.00 - $151,646.00, with final compensation determined by factors including experience, location, and contract provisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Experience: 5 years required