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As a leader in advancing New York’s energy transition, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has remained a credible, objective and trusted partner in our State’s energy planning as well as deploying new and innovative technologies to expand New York’s economy. NYSERDA has worked for the past 50 years to protect the environment and help New Yorkers increase energy efficiency, lower energy costs and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. NYSERDA engages with stakeholders including 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 in the clean energy transition.

Job Overview

As New York transitions to a clean energy economy, we are seeking to understand and explore all resources that may be required to support the State’s comprehensive decarbonization strategy. NYSERDA Advanced Fuels and Thermal Energy Storage program will invest in technologies that enable broad availability of alternative fuels to decarbonize hard to electrified sectors, adapt the existing gas system to accommodate new fuels while ensuring affordability and reliability for ratepayers. (https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/All-Programs/Innovation-at-NYSERDA/Focus-Areas/Advanced-Fuels-and-Thermal-Energy-Storage).

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) seeks a highly motivated, collaborative, experienced individual to join our Advanced Fuels and Thermal Energy Storage Team within the Innovation Unit as a Project Manager/ Project Manager II/ Sr. Project Manager. This individual will focus on the development of alternative fuels, such as hydrogen, sustainable aviation fuels, renewable fuels, synthetic fuels, etc. Successful candidate will also have an opportunity to support gas system transition through modeling, system mapping and characterization, drive innovative solution in gas infrastructure repair and safety monitor, facilitate regulator and stakeholder engagement with system investment decisions.

The Project Manager/ Project Manager II/Senior Project Manager, Advanced Fuels role may require travel up to approximately 10% of the time to meet with team members, current project partners, potential future partners, and other stakeholders. This role will report to Program Manager, Advanced fuels and Thermal Energy Innovation.

Primary Responsibilities

+ Lead strategic analysis in alternative fuels (such as hydrogen, sustainable aviation fuel, ammonia, other biofuels, or synthetic fuels) to decarbonize hard to electrify sectors. Evaluate market potential and technical readiness in New York’s thermal energy network to transition from fossil fuel to clean fuels. Develop and implement investment strategies to help bring products and technologies to NYS markets faster.

+ Work in close collaboration with a broad range of external partners, market participants, and stakeholders engaged in relevant work. Create strategic partnership with key market players. Remain up to date regarding the relevant technologies and markets. Identify market, regulatory, and technical barriers and opportunities through analysis and research and industry engagement.

+ Develop solicitations for research, development, and demonstration projects in advanced clean fuels and thermal energy areas. Design specific technical requirements and evaluation criteria within these solicitations to achieve the greatest impact for New York State. Negotiate innovation project contracts including the scope of work, milestones, and budgets for NYSERDA-funded activities. Effectively manage projects to deliver results on-time, on-budget, and successfully achieve expected outputs and outcomes.

+ Manage interactions with NYSERDA financial, legal, contractor and marketing resources for efficiency and effectiveness and perform other responsibilities as assigned.

+ Perform all job responsibilities/ all managerial and supervisory responsibilities with respect, fairness, consistency, and inclusion.

Minimum Qualifications

For Project Manager (Salary: $76,051-$127,474):

+ Bachelor's degree in science and technology, such as chemistry, physics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or related STEM field.

+ 5 years of experience in one or more of these energy sectors: power generation, oil and gas, grid system, transportation, building heating and cooling, and/or high temperature industrial process.

For Project Manager II (Salary: $90,931-$127,474):

+ Bachelor's degree in science and technology, such as chemistry, physics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or related STEM field.

+ 6 years of experience in one or more of these energy sectors: power generation, oil and gas, grid system, transportation, building heating and cooling, and/or high temperature industrial process.

For Sr. Project Manager (Salary: $111,925-$141,439):

+ Bachelor’s degree in science and technology such as chemistry, physics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or related STEM field with 7 years of experience in one or more of these energy sectors: power generation, oil and gas, grid system, transportation, building heating and cooling, and/or high temperature industrial process

Knowledge related to product, market trend, customer need and technology landscape in one or more of these areas: hydrogen, other low carbon fuels, clean energy related industries.

Experience in research and development, including concept development, project design, technical approach validation, project performance evaluation, and transition to commercialization.

Demonstrated problem-solving ability, resourcefulness, adaptability, and pragmatism.

Skill in managing multiple projects or activities simultaneously and exercising skillful judgment.

Ability to be a self-starter and function well both independently and in teams.

Interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to develop relationships with key stakeholders.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, ability to produce effective and purposeful written materials.

Preferred Qualifications

For Project Manager:

+ Masters degree in science and technology, such as chemistry, physics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or related STEM field with 4 years of experience in one or more of these energy sectors: power generation, oil and gas, grid system, transportation, building heating and cooling, and/or high temperature industrial process.

For Project Manager II:

+ Masters degree in science and technology, such as chemistry, physics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or related STEM field with 5 years of experience in one or more of these energy sectors: power generation, oil and gas, grid system, transportation, building heating and cooling, and/or high temperature industrial process.

For Sr. Project Manager:

+ Master’s degree in science and technology, such as chemistry, physics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or related STEM field with 6 years of experience in one or more of these energy sectors: power generation, oil and gas, grid system, transportation, building heating and cooling, and/or high temperature industrial process including 3 years of leadership experience is required, such as leading projects, or leading a new initiative.

Please submit two files, one for your cover letter and another for a resume.