The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts' environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. The Senior Energy Siting Analyst will lead in key siting and permitting decisions that advance clean and renewable energy projects, which are central to the Commonwealth's climate goals.
Requirements
- Advising members of the Siting Division and senior government officials on engineering and technical matters relevant to energy facilities siting policy and decision-making
- Investigating and exploring emerging technologies (e.g., battery energy storage systems, distributed generation), and advising on how these technologies affect the siting process
- Drafting key sections of agency decisions and work products based on case evidence and sound analysis
- Reviewing technical aspects of energy facilities project proposals; determining the completeness of applications; identifying areas for further technical inquiry
- Analyzing the need for technical regulations and the development of technical policy
- Analyzing detailed energy project proposals of utilities and other energy project developers
- Identifying issues in need of exploration during the proceeding, and developing potential solutions and recommended findings
- Conducting site visits of proposed facility locations
- Drafting key sections of agency decisions and work products based on case evidence and sound analysis
- Developing subject matter expertise on cases, special projects, and ongoing Division initiatives
- Advising agency staff, and EFSB Board members on pending cases and other matters with solid understanding, creative solutions, and sound judgment
- Organizing and participating in public comment hearings, and exemplifying the importance of community engagement, environmental justice, and active public participation in our proceedings
- Developing a robust evidentiary record by written questions to applicants and consultants
- Questioning expert witnesses during hearings
- Receiving and providing feedback on work products and other deliverables with team members
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
