Senior Codes & Standards Engineer

The Senior Codes & Standards Engineer is responsible for leading and advancing appliance, equipment, and building energy codes and standards strategies that materially improve energy efficiency outcomes in the Northwest. This role independently evaluates existing and emerging technologies for applicability within current and future regulatory frameworks, applies expert technical and market judgment, and shapes proposals that influence state, regional, and national rulemaking processes. The Senior Engineer serves as a primary technical representative for NEEA in external regulatory and stakeholder forums, leads complex technical and economic analyses, and provides technical guidance to peers and cross‑functional partners. Success in this role requires deep technical expertise, sound independent judgment, and the ability to integrate technical, market, and policy considerations to influence outcomes within complex and evolving regulatory environments. Your Experience, Education, and Skills: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, building science, energy systems, or a related technical field. 7+ years of progressive experience in energy efficiency, building technologies, appliance or equipment performance, or related technical areas. Experience contributing to codes and standards development, regulatory processes, or technical policy work at the state, regional, or national level. Demonstrated technical proficiency in evaluating energy‑using technologies, including performance characteristics, efficiency impacts, and market considerations. Ability to perform and interpret technical and market analyses to support codes and standards proposals and regulatory pathways. Ability to exercise professional judgment within established strategies, frameworks, and direction. Ability to contribute effectively to public codes and standards processes through preparation of technical materials and analysis. Ability to work collaboratively with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders across functions. Ability to communicate technical information clearly in written and verbal formats. Proficiency with standard analytical and productivity tools. An equivalent combination of education, experience and training that would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the successful performance of the essential job duties will also be considered. Salary range: $100,000 – $120,000 This position is open to qualified candidates based in the Portland, Oregon metro area or anywhere within NEEA’s Northwest region, including Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana.