Energy Efficiency Engineer

Closes:

June 12, 2025

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

$65,410 to $156,359

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.

Requirements

Entry Engineer:

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

Assistant Engineer:

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

Associate Engineer:

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

Engineer:

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

Preferred Requirements

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.

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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/.

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

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.

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