Job Tag: Renewable Energy/Sustainability

Ken Grossman started Sierra Nevada in 1980 with a hand-built brewhouse and the odds stacked against him. That passion forever changed the course of American craft brewing and launched a beer revolution that’s in full force today. Turns out, good beer can do a lot of good, and Sierra Nevada became a cornerstone for both its innovation and its care for the Earth and its people. We’re committed to advancing a culture of inclusion and believe diversity in all its forms makes us stronger. We keep pushing boundaries, whether that’s in the brewhouse, with sustainability, or in the great outdoors.

Get to Know This Role
Reporting to the Chief Sustainability & Social Impact Officer, the Sustainability Program Manager is a key member of the Sustainability & Social Impact team whose work is guided by the company’s Hop Forward ambitions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and resource consumption, maintain and expand zero waste commitments and deliver projects and results that have a positive environmental impact. This role also supports adjacent Hop Forward commitments in support of employee and community engagement. The Sustainability Program Manager leads the strategic development, implementation and ongoing success of programs and projects in our manufacturing facilities, restaurants and across our value chain. This role is responsible for ensuring cross-functional alignment and coordination in pursuit of sustainability objectives and collaborates closely with Program Manager counterpart and functional leaders. This role requires a high level of decision-making, professionalism and subject-matter knowledge. This role also fulfills external, public-facing responsibilities within the local/regional community and with advocacy partners. Responsibilities also include key performance metrics tracking, reporting and auditing to achieve both short and long term Hop Forward objectives.

Please note: This position is based in Mills River, NC. This position is a full-time, on-site role. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available.
What’s In It For You
We’re committed to our employees and work hard to prove it. For starters, we’re offering $71,921 to $111,117 base compensation for this role. Individual offers are based on skills, experience, and qualifications. This role may be eligible for our bonus program – inquire with our Talent Acquisition Partner for additional details.

But base pay is just the beginning. We support your future by offering a generous 10% company match on 401(k) contributions, providing learning and development opportunities, and fostering your safety at work with ongoing trainings, state-of-the-art equipment, and preventative care. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, an onsite medical clinic, as well as mental health and well-being benefits including paid sick leave. We foster a culture of work-life balance and always encourage employees to use and enjoy their paid time off.

What You Will Do

Research, develop, lead and implement strategic programs and projects related to energy, water, zero waste, transportation, supply chain, climate change and greenhouse gas emissions
Completion and maintenance of the company’s greenhouse gas inventory for scopes 1, 2 and 3
Monthly/annual tracking and goal setting for energy, water and waste KPI metrics as well as vendor/contract management
Research, apply for, and manage grants and other funding mechanisms through local, state, or federal programs that support company initiatives to reduce GHG emissions and other environmental impact goals
Annually deliver impact report with environmental and social impact team
Educate and train internal teams and external partners on sustainable practices and the company’s Hop Forward strategy
Accountable for site-specific budget and making purchasing decisions as appropriate
Identify, implement, and maintain appropriate facility certifications (e.g. TRUE zero waste, LEED, Bicycle Friendly Business, etc.)
Develop and maintain community partnerships with local environmental/sustainability groups as well as other businesses through speaking engagements, onsite community-facing events, and VIP tours
Support broader corporate responsibility initiatives as needed

Must be willing to work some non-standard hours on weekends if necessary.

Please Apply if You Have

Bachelor’s Degree preferrederably in sustainability or related field or any combination of experience and or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved required

3 years Leading, developing or supporting implementation of projects or programs, preferably related to environmental sustainability required
1 year Researching, applying for and managing grant funding and/or rebates and incentives through local or state programs preferred
1 year Greenhouse gas accounting/reporting preferred
1 year Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

Working knowledge of global sustainability initiatives, climate change, zero waste, water and energy efficiency, and renewable energy
Strong planning, organizational, project management and problem-solving skills including return on investment (ROI) and benchmarking
Must have the ability to independently manage a varied workload of programs and assignments with multiple priorities in a continuously changing environment
Must have demonstrated competencies in strategic and systems thinking, business acumen, decision making, change management and influence without authority
High level of professionalism, collaboration, and relationship building
Exceptional communication skills, ability to interact with all levels of the company as well as represent the company externally
Experience driving behavior change and engaging others

Our vision is to be the global leader in convenient foods and beverages by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+), a strategic end-to-end transformation, with sustainability at the center of how we will create growth and value by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for the planet and people. This reflects our ambition to win sustainably in the marketplace and accelerate our top line growth, whilst keeping our commitment to do good for the planet and our communities.

pep+ (PepsiCo Positive) is the future of our organization – a strategic end-to-end transformation, with sustainability at the center of how we will create growth and value by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for the planet and people. It is our roadmap for becoming the global leader in convenient foods and beverages and a leading actor in the transformation of the global food system.

Under our pep+ sustainability strategy, we’re driven by three ambitious pillars:

Positive Agriculture+ where we’re working to source our crops and ingredients in ways that restore the earth and strengthen farming communities. Including spreading regenerative agriculture practices across our agricultural footprint.
Positive Value Chain+ that will transform how we make products in a way that builds a circular, inclusive economy while making a positive impact on the planet and people. Goals include achieving net-zero emissions across our value chain, net water positive by 2030, and a sustainable packaging agenda, targets, and vision to create a world where packaging never becomes waste.
Positive Choices+ is inspiring people, through brands, to make choices that create more smiles for them and the planet every day. Including goals to accelerate our reduction of added sugars and sodium using science-based targets across our portfolio and offering more products with healthier oils by 2025.

Responsibilities

PepsiCo’s Sustainable Agriculture team is dedicated to creating a resilient and sustainable agricultural system that is vital for the company’s business continuity, environmental stewardship, and food systems change. We support PepsiCo & our partners in delivering our Positive Agriculture agenda which focuses on regenerative farming practices, sustainable sourcing, and improving livelihoods, aiming to spread these practices across 7 million acres of farmland. The team works globally, collaborating with farmers and partners to address climate change impacts and support economic prosperity, farm security, and women’s economic empowerment.

This is a hybrid role that will be located in either Purchase, NY; Chicago, IL; Washington, D.C.

The Sustainable Agriculture Partnerships Associate Manager role is responsible for:

Conducting research on potential partners in key markets, globally.
Managing and nurturing strategic partnerships with external stakeholders in the sustainable agriculture space.
Liaising with internal stakeholders, including executive leadership, to manage partnership related challenges and identify opportunities.
Facilitating co-creation workshops and proposal development for key funding opportunities.
Collecting data from project owners/partners and report on the progress and impact of partnership initiatives at a global level.
Maintaining database of active and reviewed partners/initiatives, developing streamlined due diligence and onboarding processes for new partners.
Drafting and maintaining project and partnership governance documents.

Compensation and Benefits:

The expected compensation range for this position is between $89,000 – $149,000.
Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 10% of annual salary paid out annually.
Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required in Agriculture, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, or related field
3+ years of experience in international agricultural supply chains and/or food systems sustainability initiatives
Track record of successfully developing and managing external partnerships
Excellent research and analytical skills for evaluating potential partners
Project management expertise with ability to track multiple initiatives simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience with stakeholder management across different sectors (NGOs, government, private sector)
Proficiency with data collection, analysis, and impact reporting
This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree preferred in Sustainable Agriculture, International Development, or Environmental Management
Experience working in or with the food and beverage industry
Knowledge of corporate sustainability programs and ESG reporting
Experience with grant writing or funding proposals
Foreign language proficiency relevant to PepsiCo’s key agricultural markets
Familiarity with agricultural certification schemes and standards

Anchor Glass Container Corporation, headquartered in Tampa, Florida, is a leading North American manufacturer of premium glass containers with five, strategically located production facilities throughout the US.

Job Summary
The Sustainability Engineer works closely across the organization to develop initiatives that meet the sustainability goals of the community, customers, and the organization. This role will partner with all manufacturing locations to implement sustainability programs and strategies, track progress and report status to leadership. They will use Anchor and glass industry sustainability achievements to market glass as sustainable and environmentally responsible packaging. This role will serve as the organization’s subject matter expert on sustainability.

MAIN POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead Anchor’s sustainability program by partnering with Operations, Manufacturing and Senior Leadership to understand and achieve agreed upon objectives across targets such as water, energy, material and natural gas reductions.
Balance and align strategies with short- and long-term sustainability goals, assuring support of and alignment with company objectives.
Build strong relationships across the organization to monitor and support manufacturing site progress toward sustainability goals
Complete external reporting to EcoVadis, Climate Disclosure Project, SEDEX, UN Global Compact, and others, as designated internally or by our customers or communities in which we operate
Monitor and support customers’ evolving sourcing requirements relating to sustainability, working closely with Sales and Procurement to ensure alignment with customer requirements.
Regularly benchmark competitor and customer sustainability efforts to inform and evolve Anchor and division sustainability strategies.
Serve as sustainability expert for the company, acting as a resource and partner to all locations and areas within the organization.
Explore opportunities to improve sustainability performance through renewable energy, waste/energy reduction, etc.
Track key sustainability metrics such as energy usage, recycled content, waste diversion, etc. and report in monthly One Anchor EHS reviews
Complete annual Anchor Glass Sustainability Report and provide to internal and external stakeholders
Other duties as assigned.

EMPLOYEE QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, environmental, or sustainability-related field preferred. Other technical degrees or certificates may be considered in conjunction with individual experience and capability.
Experience level: 2+ years in related field preferred
Background in developing sustainability initiatives required
Experience in glass or packaging industry preferred
Strong project management skills, with experience implementing projects at multiple sites
Understand working processes of legislation at federal, state and local levels
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to present data to all levels of the organization
Travel required: 25-50%

Summary: Under general direction, the Principal Planner manages and oversees professional and technical staff engaged in planning and environmental review and assessment services that involves the administration and development of community and general plans, zoning regulations and environmental documents.

Knowledge of

Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, and procedures related to urban planning, environmental regulations, and community development
Principles and practices of governmental planning in urban and urbanizing areas
Trends and statistics affecting community and environmental planning
The State Planning, Zoning and Land Use laws, Subdivision Map Act, California Environmental Quality Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and pertinent County ordinances such as the Zoning Code
General provisions of State and Federal regulatory requirements pertaining to the environment, including but not limited to the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act, State and Federal Endangered Species Acts, the State and Federal Clean Water Acts, and State and Federal Clean Air Acts
Principles of contract and grant administration and monitoring
Principles and practices of supervision, discipline, leadership, mentoring, and training
Principles and techniques of developing and implementing program-level budgets
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation

Ability to

Direct and review the work of subordinate staff
Investigate and resolve disciplinary issues
Manage contracts and review the work of consultants
Exercise independent judgment and initiative to determine methods and procedures within broadly defined practices
Develop, monitor and interpret budgets, grant applications, and other financial documents
Direct and prepare comprehensive planning reports
Select, supervise, train, and evaluate professional and/or technical staff
Direct the collection, analysis and interpretation of data pertaining to planning, environmental, land use, and zoning issues in a complex urban area
Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with subordinates and the public
Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Effectively represent County position in hearings and meetings
Effectively mediate and resolve conflicts between/with individuals
Effectively present policy questions, alternatives and recommend solutions to elected officials, commissions, and community groups
Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of information
Use current technologies, tools, and equipment to achieve program goals

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Either: 1. One year of full-time paid experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Senior Planner.

Or: 2a.Three years of full-time paid professional experience in environmental, urban and/or regional planning which must have included performing analytical duties in one of the following kinds of planning activities associated with a planning agency: comprehensive, regional, area, or community planning; public infrastructure environmental analysis; plan/proposal review; general plan amendments; CEQA/NEPA document preparation; zoning; land division; housing administration; information services; urban renewal; or planning administration; of which one year must have been in a management capacity;
And
2b. A Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in public administration, ecological studies, environmental planning and management, environmental studies, geography, natural resources, urban or regional planning or other field closely related to the intent of the class.

Or: 3. Seven years of full-time paid professional experience in environmental, urban and/or regional planning which must have included performing analytical duties in one of the following kinds of planning activities associated with a planning agency: comprehensive, regional, area, or community planning; public infrastructure environmental analysis; plan/proposal review; general plan amendments; CEQA/NEPA document preparation; zoning; land division; housing administration; information services; urban renewal; or planning administration; of which one year must have been in a management capacity.

Note: Related fields above may include archaeology, anthropology, architectural history, biology, botany, business administration, climatology, economics, engineering, geology, historic preservation, hydrology, political science, range management, recreation administration (outdoor resource management), watershed management, and wildlife management.

The Manager Climate Resilience is a key member of the Global Sustainability Team within the Legal Department. This role involves leading the climate resilience strategy for agricultural ingredients, plus designing and driving a decarbonization strategy based on climate risk, scientific best practices, and business priorities. This senior manager will also inform Hershey’s broader climate transition, focusing on creating positive impacts and addressing environmental risks, especially within the ingredients portfolio.

The Manager Climate Resilience will determine the environmental risks and opportunities arising from climate change predominately in agricultural ingredients, including how this may impact Hershey’s business now and into the future. They will co-create climate risk mitigation and adaptation strategies with key business units and explore external partnership and collaboration opportunities to promote business resilience.

This role will oversee the implementation of the climate resilience strategy for agricultural ingredients including progress measurement and business case development. The Senior Manager Climate Resilience will demonstrate business first thinking and drive efforts to improve organizational capability. Working with the Head of Environmental Sustainability they will also drive cross-enterprise collaboration, for business processes that enable a smoother climate transition such as (but not limited to) carbon pricing strategies, carbon credits, procurement strategies and supplier engagement.

Role Responsibilities:

Develop and lead the climate resilience and decarbonization strategy for agricultural ingredients.
Identify, measure and interpret climate related risks primarily in agricultural ingredients.
Collaborate with key business units (sourcing, R&D, etc.) to develop mitigation and adaptation strategies. This may include challenging conventional ways of working with supply chains and procurement strategies to achieve a fresh approach to achieving business resiliency.
Supervise the execution and implementation of the ingredient climate resilience strategy, including tracking progress and measuring ROI.
Steward 2030 ingredient-specific carbon abatement roadmaps. Refresh as needed with business changes or technological advancements. Monitor the impact of decarbonization investments and assess ROI-driven decisions for decarbonization that clearly support enhancements in business resiliency.
Develop long term decarbonization goals (beyond 2030).
Integrate nature, water, or biodiversity considerations where relevant.
Support broader ESG reporting requirements on climate performance as required
Create an enabling environment for decarbonization.
Work with the responsible sourcing team to define a supplier engagement strategy for prioritized ingredients, and options for program expansion.
Proactively seek out external partnership and collaboration opportunities that drive impactful decarbonization.
Collaborate with business partners across Procurement, Finance and R&D to identify and execute carbon mitigation enabling actions such as carbon pricing strategies, carbon credits, and other procurement strategies.

Reporting & Disclosure

Contribute to and inform broader ESG reporting requirements on climate risk and performance as required.

Desired knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Experience in developing decarbonization strategies, with a strong technical understanding of climate risk and agricultural supply chains.

Business acumen and partnering skills to drive ownership and delivery through others.This newly created role is a single contributor position and will serve as the Climate Subject Matter Expert (SME) for The Hershey Company.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Education –
Bachelor’s degree in an environmental and/or sustainability field required.
An advanced degree in agricultural sciences, environmental sciences, climate science, sustainability, or a related field highly preferred
Experience –
8+ years experience in sustainability field, with at least 3 years in food and agriculture, with demonstrable climate and/or nature stewardship.
Technical understanding of climate risks, impacts and opportunities in the supply chain, specifically agricultural settings.
FLAG decarbonization and roadmap development and execution.
Good business acumen and excellent business partnering skills to drive ownership and delivery though others.
Clear systems thinking and strong influencing skills.
Confidence in holding a business accountable to deliver an agreed strategy.
Experience identifying and building external partnerships and collaborations needed to deliver a strategy.
A creative mindset to innovative resourcing models
Nice to have: Experience on water and nature mitigation as part of demonstrating a holistic approach to environmental stewardship.

The Department of Energy Resources’ (DOER) mission is to create a clean, affordable, resilient, and equitable energy future for all in the Commonwealth. As the State Energy Office, DOER is the primary energy policy agency for the Commonwealth. DOER supports the Commonwealth’s clean energy goals as part of a comprehensive Administration-wide response to the threat of climate change. DOER focuses on transitioning our energy supply to lower emissions and costs, reducing and shaping energy demand, and improving our energy system infrastructure. To meet our objectives, DOER connects and collaborates with energy stakeholders to develop effective policy. DOER implements this policy through planning, regulation, and providing funding. DOER provides tools to individuals, organizations, and communities to support their clean energy goals. DOER is committed to transparency and education, supporting the accessible access to energy information and knowledge.

Job Description

DOER is seeking a Green Communities Grants Coordinator to coordinate various aspects of the Green Communities Division’s grant programs, including grant administration and contract management. The Grants Coordinator reports to the Deputy Director of Green Communities and provides guidance, support, and analysis on issues related to their position. The Green Communities Grants Coordinator will coordinate the Municipal Energy Technical Assistance (META), Regional Energy Planning Assistance (REPA), technical and planning assistance and implementation grants related to the Climate Leaders Communities program, and the coordination of future grants and/or programs as directed by the Director and Deputy Director.

The Green Communities Division provides grants, technical assistance, and local support to help municipalities reduce energy use and costs by implementing clean energy projects in municipal buildings, facilities, and schools. The Green Communities Division serves all 351 Massachusetts cities and towns by providing technical assistance and financial support for clean energy solutions that reduce long-term energy costs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and strengthen local economies. Over 90 of the Commonwealth’s population reside in designated Green Communities. Of those 297 designated communities, 169 are also considered environmental justice communities. The benefits of designation extend beyond the program itself, inspiring cities and towns to undertake additional energy-related initiatives, improve coordination between municipal staff and departments, and increase messaging with the public at large about energy and climate-related issues and actions.

The Grants Coordinator’s primary duties will include:

Manage all aspects of assigned Green Communities Division grant programs, including coordinating the development, application process, coordination of the review process, and contract execution
Ensure proper grant recipient documentation and reporting and oversee contract disbursements in coordination with the finance team
Monitor and evaluate grant results (quantitative and qualitative) and communicate program impacts
Oversee the division’s public-facing documents and manage the shared email inbox communications
Support Green Communities Regional Coordinators on various clean energy, energy efficiency, and sustainability programs
This role will act as a backup resource for other Green Communities grant coordination efforts as needed
Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and track and report on program progress, spending, and ensuring deadlines are met
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking
Ability to analyze data and make appropriate recommendations
Ability to coordinate the efforts of others in accomplishing assigned work objectives
Ability to develop and deliver creative engagement strategies for in-person and virtual meetings
Ability to research and learn about new technologies and issues related to climate, energy, and sustainability and develop program and policy recommendations
Ability to work well in a team environment, including across agencies
Knowledge of Massachusetts and municipal climate and energy policies and priorities
Experience in energy or sustainability initiatives, with skills in policy, planning, or communications
Knowledge of facility and energy management procedures and priorities
Ability to effectively use computer applications, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and SharePoint, and website content management systems
Knowledge of municipal clean energy goals and DOER’s role in contributing to those goals
Ability to communicate DOER policies and regulations clearly and accurately to local government officials

Energy Trust of Oregon is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to energy efficiency and renewable energy development. We serve Oregon customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas and Avista, and SW Washington customers of NW Natural. Year over year Energy Trust is recognized as one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon.

The Program Manager – Portland Solar for All will build and lead development, strategy and implementation of a five-year initiative to increase deployment of solar to benefit people with low incomes. The Portland Solar for All program is a five-year program funded by grants from the Portland Clean Energy Benefits Fund (PCEF) and the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solar for All program paired with public purpose funds from Energy Trust of Oregon. This position is responsible for collaborating with grant partners, building partnerships with community-based organizations, leading the design and implementation of a program to install solar and storage systems to benefit households with low incomes, including enabling upgrades such as roof repairs and workforce development activities to support opportunities in the construction trades. It represents the program publicly, reports on grant activities, manages program subcontracts, and develops and tracks an annual budget of approximately $5 million.

What You’ll Do:

· Lead the development of the grant program strategy and annual budgets to meet goals for project completion and customer participation. Manage a complex budget that layers federal, state and local funding sources to provide no-cost participation for households that meet income qualifications.

· Collaborate with multiple program partners to ensure that strategies and implementation are aligned and coordinated to identify and qualify applicants, meet installation targets and deliver workforce development activities.

· Build a program to support community organizations to work effectively with solar and roofing contractors and to recruit households with low incomes and multifamily developers to install solar and storage systems. Ensure that commitments in community partnership agreements are fulfilled.

· Manage deliverables and budgets for subcontracts with partner organizations.

· Work with staff and consultants to understand and address barriers to completion of solar projects on households with low incomes. Support the development of technical assistance tools and other resources to support these projects.

· Collaborate with the internal solar program team and the Oregon Solar for All coalition to ensure that Portland Solar for All incentives and requirements are smoothly integrated with Energy Trust’s solar + storage program and other statewide programs.

· Establish and manage comprehensive grant reporting and tracking processes that ensure compliance with PCEF, EPA and Oregon Public Utility Commission requirements.

· Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

· Perform all functions of the job in a safe manner.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervisory responsibilities but will oversee the work of contractors, suppliers, vendors and interns as necessary while managing specific program components and other efforts. The Program Manager will work jointly with other staff on coordinating efforts as a team leader.
Requirements
What You’ll Need:

· Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (engineering, science, economics, business, finance, or environmental science preferred) or equivalent professional experience.

· 5 years of experience in renewable energy or energy efficiency, preferably in program administration or project development.

· 2 years of demonstrated experience successfully overseeing the work of contractors, suppliers, and vendors.

· Experience in developing and managing contracts.

· Ability to manage and track multiple work streams happening simultaneously.

· Knowledge of solar technologies.

· Experience with grant management and reporting preferred.

· Demonstrated ability to define strategic market directions and translate these to a coordinated set of program goals, actions, approaches, and key indicators.

· Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word software applications.

· Ability to work constructively with parties that may have divergent interests.

The above information is designed to outline the major functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained.

The Office of Innovation at the University of New England (UNE) is the standard-bearer for innovation at the university and a champion of the institution’s mission to develop creative, sustainable solutions to real-world problems. Our team partners with students, faculty, and professional staff from all units at the University, including business and health professions, marine programs, and social sciences and humanities. We sponsor workshops and events, lead student fellowship programs, support student and faculty research, and oversee physical spaces to extend experiential learning, design-thinking, and entrepreneurship across campus, including the P.D. Merrill Makerspace (comprised of a Fabrication Lab and Design Lab).

The Office of Innovation now seeks a Coordinator for the Sustainable Innovations Center (SIC) in the Girard Marine Science Center (GMSC). This is a full-time, 12-month, professional staff position reporting to the Director of the Office of Innovation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborates with the Directors of the Office of Innovation and GMSC to develop the SIC as a university-wide resource that engages students across all disciplines, including marine and environmental sciences, to foster interdisciplinary innovation, teamwork, and collaboration.
Manages daily operations of the SIC, including project oversight, visit management, and event/activity coordination.
Supports student and faculty projects by setting schedules, coordinating meetings, providing tech/design support, troubleshooting, and collaborating with external mentors and faculty sponsors.
Instructs, assists, and guides students and faculty in the use of the SIC, providing expert-level support on relevant software, hardware, and equipment.
Works with the P.D. Merrill Makerspace Coordinator to manage the SIC schedule of classes, labs, workshops, events, and tours across both campuses and in the community.
Collaborates with the Makerspace Coordinator and GMSC safety team to ensure student safety through training, safety reviews, record management, and compliance with university and industry standards and policies.
Manages equipment and supply upkeep, including research and recommendations, in collaboration with the Office of Innovation and/or GMSC.
Follows Office of Innovation purchasing procedures and ensures the SIC is properly staffed and stocked to meet visitor needs.
In collaboration with the Makerspace Coordinator, supervises student employees and volunteers, including hiring, training, paperwork, and time approval in Compass.
Manages and maintains the SIC website in conjunction with the Office of Innovation and GMSC teams.

In addition to the above, the SIC coordinator will:

Demonstrates a passion for inquiry and experimentation to develop sustainable solutions to social, environmental, and health challenges facing our society.
Collaborates with the P.D. Merrill Makerspace Coordinator, Provost’s Office, GMSC faculty, and university partners to develop projects and deliver workshops and labs for diverse stakeholders.
Support SIC course instructors and provide lab instruction.
Acts as liaison with UNE in support of installing, maintaining, and renewing computers and software images in the SIC.
Assists with evaluating future projects and events and contributes to strategic planning within the Office of Innovation and GMSC.
Helps establish a positive, safe, and professional environment within the SIC.
Supports and participates in special projects, including VIP tours, faculty/staff use of the SIC, and event planning, in consultation with the Director of the Office of Innovation and GMSC.
Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as marine or environmental science, mechanical engineering, and/or computer science; 1-3 years experience in construction, lab support, makerspace, or aquarium management; or a combination of education and experience that would prepare someone to work in a student-facing, hands-on space for making, building, and experimenting.

Ability to work effectively with project teams.
Programming experience in Arduino, Java, Python, and other software used in prototype design.
Application support experience in schematic capture, board design, CAD/CAM, and 3D design.
Experience with the creation of documentation and Design Library.
Experience with data analytics, application development, and/or engineering preferred.
Comfort working with students of diverse backgrounds, skills, identities, and ways of thinking is required.
May be required to work evenings and weekends on occasion.
Ability to drive a university vehicle and provide proof of a valid driver’s license is preferred.

Exciting opportunity to be part of Xcel Energy’s solar-focused reliability engineering team. Get in on the ground floor during the design and construction phase of multiple upcoming utility scale solar farms. Develop and apply in-demand skills to a rapidly growing renewables generation portfolio. Technical skills in SCADA, electrical substations, inverters, reliability engineering concepts, and general solar photovoltaic plant equipment are desired. Position will work closely with Operations and Performance Optimization engineers to achieve top-quartile facility performance. Where appropriate, employee will be asked to apply overlapping skills to Xcel Energy’s established and growing wind generation fleet. Periodic travel to existing and planned generation facilities may be required.

Under general direction, demonstrates complete understanding & wide application of engineering technical principle, theories, & concepts in the field. Independently determines & develops approaches to solutions. Receives technical guidance on complex problems; completed work reviewed for adequacy in meeting objectives. May lead small-medium non-critical projects or critical projects under direction of higher-level engineer/supervisor. May provide work direction to other professionals &/or staff. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. Frequent inter-organizational & outside customer contact. Demonstrates a broad knowledge & proficiency of precedents in the specialty area, a good knowledge of related specialties, & general knowledge of other related disciplines.

Essential Responsibilities

Uses & applies technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, & techniques to perform activities/assignments that may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials or methods & difficult coordination requirements.

Supports the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.) Utilizes & may assist with the development of procedures requiring a broad knowledge & proficiency in a specialty area & has a general knowledge of related disciplines.

Works under the general direction of a higher-level engineer or supervisor for routine engineering projects. Provide ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, testing/diagnostics & Regulatory. May provide field engineering oversight &/or direction for activities such as commissioning, testing, inspections, etc.

May lead small-medium, non-critical projects. Coordinate/leads critical projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement support, installation & commissioning), under the direction of a higher-level engineer or supervisor. Work reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.

Under the direction of a higher-level engineer/supervisor supports bid/evaluation processes including preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals; provide recommendations for selection, etc. Partners & communicates with areas such as Supply Chain & Legal following appropriate processes.

Frequently exchanges information in all formats, on matters having a wide range of importance & complexity both inter-organizationally & with outside customers.

May assign tasks & coordinate work of interns, drafters, technicians, craft personnel &/or others. Provide guidance & mentoring to less experienced engineers. Responsible for continuous self-development of technical skills & competencies.

Performs activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, work order management, in support of engineering projects.

Minimum Requirements: Staff Engineer (Salary Range: $79,800-$103,666)

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency).

2+ year’s relevant engineering experience.

Demonstrated broad knowledge & proficiency in specialty area, knowledge of related specialties, & general knowledge of other related disciplines.

Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills & core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.

EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) strongly preferred

Minimum Requirements: Senior Engineer (Salary Range: $94,600-$126,134)

Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency)

5+ years relevant engineering experience

EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required

Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.

Preferred PE (Professional Engineer) registration may be required depending on business need

New York is leading the nation in the fight on global climate change and the transition to a clean energy-powered economy. The Climate Act has created the most aggressive climate change goals in the nation and requires an ambitious agenda that blends proven catalysts with innovative approaches while operating across a broader energy arena that is rapidly evolving. New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA) is a driving force in realizing this agenda. NYSERDA works with stakeholders that span residents, business owners, developers, community leaders, local government officials, universities, utilities, investors, entrepreneurs, and more, to develop, invest, and foster conditions that:

Attract the private sector capital investment needed to expand New York’s clean energy economy.
Overcome barriers to using clean energy at a large-scale in New York.
Enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit equitably from energy efficiency and renewable energy.

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

This is a paid internship for current students at an accredited college. The pay rate is from $18 to $20 per hour (with effect from 1/1/2025) based on current class year. This internship will begin on June 2, 2025 and continue through end of Summer 2025.

Interns must be located in New York State or an immediately adjacent state while working. It is expected that interns will follow our telework policy, with a combination of in-office and remote work. Interns work up to 18.5 hours per week during the semester, and up to 37.5 hours per week between semesters, when not attending classes.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist Clean Transportation Program staff in administration of vehicle and charging incentive programs, which includes tasks such as development of marketing materials, event planning, project application review and conducting research to inform program design
Participate in user testing and review of online project application portals
Edit and streamline existing program data reports on key program metrics
Coordinate between NYSERDA program and support staff such as Legal, Marketing and IT Solutions
Support EV Incentives Program Manager and Project Leads on other related tasks
Ability to demonstrate respect, equity and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1-2 years of relevant experience
Ability to collaborate with coordinate with internal teams and manage project timelines
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills along with proficiency in MS Office Suite
General knowledge of electric vehicle technology or alternative fuels

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Interest in decarbonization of the transportation sector, electric vehicles or commercial transportation
Interest in program development, government administration or project management