Energy and Water Optimization Leader
Job Location:
Warren, OH - USA
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Job Summary
Job Description
Energy and Water Optimization Leader
Remote - This role is based remotely but if the selected candidate lives within a specific mile radius of a GM hub they will be expected to report to the location three times a week or other frequency dictated by your manager.
Sponsorship: GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B TN STEM OPT etc.) now or in the future.
The Role
The Energy & Water Optimization Leader is responsible for driving enterprise energy and water reduction initiatives across manufacturing operations. This role leads the identification development and implementation of conservation strategies operational excellence programs and capital projects that reduce utility consumption improve sustainability performance lower operating costs and support decarbonization objectives. The position serves as the primary liaison between corporate energy strategy teams and plant operations.
What Youll Do
Energy & Water Optimization Strategy
- Develop and execute energy efficiency and water conservation strategies.
- Lead energy and water intensity reduction programs across manufacturing facilities.
- Support enterprise sustainability decarbonization and environmental objectives.
- Drive implementation of DOE 50001 Ready ENERGY STAR and other continuous improvement programs.
Project Development & Execution
- Build and manage the energy and water project pipeline.
- Develop business cases for conservation projects and Energy Performance Contracts (EPCs).
- Support project funding approvals and implementation.
- Coordinate utility rebate and incentive opportunities.
Plant Engagement & Operational Excellence
- Serve as the liaison between corporate energy strategy and manufacturing sites.
- Support plant Energy Conservation Engineers (ECEs) and facility teams.
- Lead energy treasure hunts and operational assessments.
- Develop and deploy best practices across manufacturing facilities.
- Drive accountability through shutdown performance reviews and operational metrics.
Performance Management & Analytics
- Monitor energy and water consumption trends and identify optimization opportunities.
- Utilize metering utility and operational data to support decision-making.
- Track savings project performance and reduction targets.
- Partner with data analytics teams to improve visibility through dashboards and reporting tools.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Operations Sustainability Finance ICC GMIT Facilities and external utility partners.
- Support site water treatment utility infrastructure and building systems optimization initiatives.
- Contribute to enterprise reporting and strategic planning processes.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Energy Management Environmental Engineering Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering or a related field.
- Experience leading energy efficiency water conservation utilities facilities manufacturing or sustainability programs.
- Strong project management and financial analysis skills.
- Knowledge of utility systems industrial processes and energy management practices.
- Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams
- 10 years of experience in energy and water management
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or similar credential.
- Experience with ISO 50001 / DOE 50001 Ready programs.
- Experience with metering systems Power BI utility analytics and energy management software.
- Background in industrial manufacturing operations.
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