Energy Project Engineer I Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson United States, North Carolina, Charlotte 2550 West Tyvola Road (Show on map) Oct 06, 2026 Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering s-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms. JMT offers energy design, management, and support services throughout our footprint. Our energy market spans across power generation, power delivery and sustainability, servicing clients in renewables, decarbonization, energy management, and fossil fuels. JMT is looking for an energetic, self-motivated person with experience in an energy related field. This position will be responsible for leading energy project development, client engagement, managing multi-disciplinary projects, selling JMT energy design and support services and collaborating internally with JMT business, market and service lines and regional and office leadership. The position will require an understanding of trends, funding sources, and market guidance.

Position summary:

Responsible for delivering all project objectives for assigned projects including scope, schedule and budget. Essential functions and responsibilities Technical & Sales Leadership & Expertise Active sales and business development person with an emphasis on the energy market growth

Client liaison

Have a thorough knowledge of technical practices, principles, and interrelationships in the energy market

Serve as a technical advisor and knowledge resource by training and assisting other team members

Develop team of subject matter experts

Assist in the strategic planning process Project/Program Management Establish client and project plans aligned with practice and market objectives

Build, maintain and diversify strong client relationships

Participate in selecting project team(s)

Manage team workflow for maximum efficiency and profitability

Engage in meetings, work sessions, and applicable trade shows

Effectively communicate, coordinate, and cooperate with other practices and markets to maximize efficiency and customer service

Manage and complete the project billing process

Perform project management duties including project performance, accounting, accounting, accounts payable and receivable, invoicing, out-of-scope work, etc.

Be engaged with a group of peers that have input on significant decisions which have a broad impact on our markets and operations Staff Management Supervise, develop, and mentor direct reports

Evaluate and anticipate knowledge and skill needs and ensure appropriate project staffing levels to meet them

Coordinate internal work activities internally to provide seamless client service

Set team performance standards to meet practice and market goals of company and coach team members to achieve high performance

Hold direct reports accountable to meet Success Plan and team goals

Management subconsultants Nonessential functions and responsibilities Perform other related duties as assigned Proficient in Microsoft Office Bachelor's degree or equivalent training andexperience

5-10+ years' experienceworking in the energy field or on energyrelatedprojects Preferred Experience Licensed Professional Engineeror accredited energy professional

Energy related experience- design and/or field related

PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification

CEM (Certified Energy Manager) Certification

Experience working with local clients at the county and statelevel

Experience working with/for national and regional energy clientsand Energy Service Companies

Project management and business development experience

Experience managingmultidisciplineprojectteams Working Conditions Work is performed within a general office environment80% of the time. Work isgenerally sedentaryin nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

There will be some travel required for client meetings, office interaction, conferences and seminars, etc. Field work isrequiredonoccasionswhere work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25lbs.) may berequiredas needed. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. Notify me of jobs like this