At Boeing, we prioritize the transition to clean and renewable energy sources, commit to 100% renewable electricity by 2030, and actively promote sustainable practices throughout our operations.
We are seeking a Senior Energy and Conservation Specialist to join our Global Real Estate & Facilities (GREF) team, supporting the identification and implementation of energy efficiency, water conservation and solid waste reduction projects and programs. This position can be based out of North Charleston, SC; Ridley Park, PA or Huntsville, AL with occasional domestic travel to other Boeing facilities.
This senior individual contributor role will manage Boeing’s East Region utility accounts, identify risks, develop mitigation plans related to utilities infrastructure & reliability, and lead utility conservation initiatives. The East Region includes Boeing South Carolina, Philadelphia, and Huntsville, AL among other sites.
With a systems thinking approach, this role will also have the opportunity to influence how we identify and improve our significant energy using assets, consider feasibility of new energy technologies & alternative energy sources, and impact continuous improvements in how we manage the East Region utility portfolio.
Position Responsibilities:
Analyze energy consumption patterns across facilities
Serve as relationship manager for utility service providers
Identify opportunities for energy, water and non-hazardous solid waste reductions
Develop site strategies to achieve sustainability and energy management goals
Lead and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to accomplish sustainability targets and implement best practices
Integrate conservation best practices into broader business strategies
Provide expertise on energy conservation practices and technologies
Use data to support decision-making and future planning
Continually improve processes and programs that impact energy, water and solid waste conservation
Share benchmarking industry best practices and apply them within operations
25% domestic travel
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Bachelor’s degree or higher (preferred disciplines in Energy Management, Sustainability Engineering, Engineering or other relevant fields)
Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or other energy management certification
5+ years of experience within project leadership including planning, implementing and executing program plans
Experience analyzing energy related data to produce a strategy
Experience developing and executing energy projects
Experience reviewing and interpreting government regulations/requirements for energy related matters
Experience working with technical, managerial and executive levels & leading presentations to them (written/verbal/presentation skills)
Domestic travel up to 25%
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Experience as a leader & change agent in a global manufacturing company (working as a collaborative change agent)
Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) skills
Experience in sustainability strategy, engagement, consulting, and/or program management
Experience with the Energy Performance Contracting (EPC) process
Experience applying risk management and mitigation principles
Knowledge of renewable energy technologies
Knowledge of energy management & its relationship to ISO 140001 and ISO 50001
Knowledge of energy procurement processes, complex contract structures and energy related financing approaches
Self-motivated (quick to adapt to new working environments)
Systems thinker (ability to envision new possibilities)
