Avista

Energy Efficiency Engineer

LocationSpokane, WA
Job Typefull_time
Salary$65,410-$156,359

About This Job

Closes:

June 12, 2025

Starting Range:

$65,410 to $126,439, (See full salary breakdown below)

Full Range:

$65,410 to $156,359

Job Description

To carry out engineering assignments related to both utility-side and customer-side energy efficiency measures. To perform engineering work in the above areas which requires broad technical and company knowledge as well as originality and judgement in the technical analysis and independent evaluation, selection and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. This position will work on engineering assignments related to mechanical and electrical system analysis both on the customer and utility sides of the meter. Work will involve measurement, analysis and reporting of efficiency measures in HVAC, process heating and cooling, compressed air, hydraulics, lighting, refrigeration, and other systems for Avista and Avista customers. To perform engineering work in the above areas using industry standard techniques where independent judgement is utilized in both the technical and financial analysis, product review, and reporting in measures related to the energy consumption in residential/commercial/industrial/utility facilities and processes.

This work requires timely and accurate one-on-one communication to customers at every level regardless of technical knowledge. This role is primarily focused on larger commercial and industrial customer’s efficiency measures in partnership with Avista’s Account Executives. The works will also assist Avista’s Energy Efficiency Program Managers with the creation, implementation, and analysis of efficiency programs.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Account Executives to identify and/or analyze/measure/verify Customer Energy Efficiency Opportunities.
Collaborate with various internal Engineering groups to identify and/or analyze/measure/verify Energy Efficiency projects and Demand Response Projects.
Assist customers with understanding the impacts of various energy efficiency measure options.
Provide estimates for energy efficiency projects for the purposes of budgeting.
Meet with customers onsite to learn and understand their energy usage and opportunities to improve efficiency.
Complete research and analysis of new innovations within the energy efficiency sector.
Develop Energy Efficiency Programs as the technical lead and in collaboration with the Program Managers and Analysts.
Safely install and collect electrical data collection devices in commercial and industrial facilities.
Represent Avista’s interests on various energy efficiency industry committees.


Requirements

Bachelor of Science in ABET accredited Engineering Program.
Effective and flexible communication skills.
Clear and concise writing skills.

Entry Engineer:

Hiring Range: $65,410 - $84,379, Full Range: $65,410 - 103,347

0-1 years engineering work experience preferred.

Assistant Engineer:

Hiring Range: $74,611 - $96,621, Full Range: $74,611 - $118,631

Minimum of one (1) year of engineering work experience required.

Associate Engineer:

Hiring Range, ML 9: $84,939 - $110,421, Full Range: $84,939 - $135,903

Minimum of two (2) years of engineering work experience required.

Engineer:

Hiring Range: $96,517 - $126,439, Full Range: $96,517 - $156,359

Minimum of four (4) years engineering work experience required.


Preferred Requirements

3 Years of related Energy Efficiency Engineering Experience.

Experience with residential/commercial/industrial HVAC systems and controls.
Professional Engineer License (PE).
Certified Energy Manager (CEM).
Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP).
Experience with building energy usage modeling software (EnergyPlus, DesignBuilder, Simergy, etc.).

Other combinations of experience, training, and education may be considered. Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Spokane, Washington headquarters at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with an additional day determined by the employee and manager. To Apply

We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have step progressions to account for an incoming employee’s various levels of knowledge, skills, and experience.

Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile

. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review.

No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".

Benefits

At Avista, we believe our employees are essential. Through them we deliver value to our customers and the communities we serve. The physical, mental, and financial health and well-being of our employees and their families are important to us. We are committed to offering a comprehensive total rewards program comprised of an externally competitive, internally equitable compensation structure and a benefits package that allows us to retain and attract a diverse, engaged, and skilled workforce. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, retirement benefits, incentive plans, wellness resources, time-off programs and much more. In addition to our total rewards program, the Pacific Northwest offers abundant outdoor recreation, four distinct seasons, and all the amenities and activities an individual or family might be interested in. To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.

Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at humanresources@avistacorp.com if you would like assistance.

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