Program Design Engineer

HORNE is a professional services firm founded on a cornerstone of public accounting. As a top 25 business advisory firm, our 2,000 team members serve clients from offices and project locations across the nation and Puerto Rico. We empower team members to serve their clients and communities with empathy, urgency and clarity. Our industry experts guide clients through uncertainty to reveal opportunity and cultivate potential.

The Program Design Engineer supports HORNE Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) energy efficiency programs. This position will support program design, program measure mix, measure review, energy modeling, measure performance forecasting, customer education, and inspections. This position will include customer support and customer engagement. This position will support program evaluation, measurement, and verification activities and may include project monitoring.  

Essential functions 

• Review and verify technical requirements of state and federal energy programs, including the IRA Home Energy Rebate Programs 

• Configure and review energy efficiency calculations for residential and multifamily energy savings 

• Verify equipment, measures, install conditions for field and desk review inspections 

• Understand the merits of Energy Star measures as adopted and the implications for inclusion in portfolio programs.  

• Train team to perform customer site inspections to verify the installation of energy efficient equipment  

• Manage Contractor and Trade Ally questions on the technical requirements of projects and measures in participating programs.  

• Interact with customers to address questions or concerns about the installed equipment or program information 

• Conduct community outreach/conference representation including program presentations to inform customers of energy efficiency incentive offerings 

• Maintain program measure database in support of program technology and modeling tools  

• Represents HORNE directly with existing clients, ensuring client satisfaction and successful project delivery 

• Leverages existing professional relationships to develop business with new clients 

• Performs market and technology assessments; conducting technical, energy, environmental, and economic benefits analyses 

• Develops, analyzes and manages data and models related to energy technologies and trends 

• Develops/contributes to technical communications (reports, white papers, fact sheets, research summaries, briefings) 

• Assists with facilitating stakeholder engagement meetings and/or summarizing proceedings 

• Provides project management support, including scheduling of meetings and preparing meeting summaries 

• Assist in technical proposal writing as needed for future opportunities 

• Performs other tasks as determined and assigned  

Work environment 

This position is remote, with occasional travel to meet organizational or client needs. 

Physical demands 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 

• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times. 

Travel required 

Determined by business needs, estimated less than 10% annually 

Required education and experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, integrated science and technology, or a related field with a minimum of 8 years of experience in demand side management, energy efficiency, or GHG reduction programs   

• Master’s degree in engineering, science, integrated science and technology, or a related field with a minimum of 4 years of experience  

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills 

• Excellent communication skills (verbal, interpersonal, and written) 

• High level of motivation and interest in working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment 

• Excellent organization and time management skills 

• Demonstrated ability to excel working on self-managed tasks 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities 

• Multitasking on time-sensitive tasks without diminished quality of work 

• Strong interest and experience working in the clean energy field 

• Attention to detail and meeting responsibilities 

• Able to work both independently and with a team of professionals 

• Demonstrated interest in transportation and clean propulsion technologies 

• Background Check Required 

Preferred education and experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering 

• Master’s degree in engineering, science, integrated science and technology, or a related field 

• Experience in program design consultations for utility demand side management, grid reliability, or non-wire alternative programs preferred  

• Experience supporting research, development, and deployment of Technical Resource Manuals or maintenance of said manuals.  

HORNE Values…

• A forward thinking, anticipatory professional driven by a passion to pursue your full potential and dreams.
• A work environment that promotes collaboration, consistency, and community service to empower people.
• An inclusive culture that promotes career/life integration and invests in developing people in areas of focused expertise.

HORNE Offers…

• An unrivaled distinctive, special culture that values collaboration, innovation, and positive energy which HORNE calls “Deliver with Care.”
• A team of professionals grounded in strong, personal relationships and a sense of belonging to a common purpose for adding value and making a difference.
• A dedicated team of individuals from diverse backgrounds working together to leave our clients better than we found them.

The firm you’ll be joining is a decidedly different business advisory firm. HORNE goes beyond traditional accounting to collaborate, advise, and align with clients to transform rapid change and uncertainties into opportunities for growth and profitability.  

We are a team that focuses on reaching our full potential, rewards high performance, and prioritizes leadership development for every team member.  HORNE emphasizes health and personal development through our multiple wellness programs. Despite our size, HORNE takes time to recognize, support, and celebrate one another's successes, working together for the highest good.  Come join us at team HORNE!

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