The Department: The Sustainability Department leads sustainability, climate, and energy policy and projects for the City. A large portion of the department's work is driven by the implementation of the City's Climate Action Plan (CAP) adopted in 2015 which aims to reduce local greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50 percent below 2010 levels by 2035. By doing so, the Plan sets the City on a path to meet the State of California's requirement to reduce emissions by 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050. Though various City departments are involved in the implementation of the CAP, the Sustainability Department is responsible for the cross departmental coordination of these efforts on a day-to-day basis. The Sustainability Department currently has 24 budgeted positions and a Fiscal Year 2019 budget of approximately $4.9 million. The Position : Under the guidance of the Director/Deputy Director of the Sustainability Department, the Sustainability & Technology Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of policies and projects that enable the City to use advanced technologies to obtain more efficient and effective outcomes in reaching sustainability targets. This includes technologies such as Internet-of-Things (IoT) solutions, building/energy management systems, new mobility data and technologies, zero emissions vehicles infrastructure and expansion, sustainability-related market transformation opportunities, big data analytics and machine learning. This position will also be expected to seek and manage grant funding in support of program goals and actions. The Program Manager will be a part of the Sustainability Department's leadership team, and as such, will also contribute to the vision, mission, and general administrative duties of the department. This position will be expected to contribute to effective operations of the City's day-to-day sustainability programs including: directing, managing, supervising, participating, and coordinating the activities and operations relating to the work of staff, and stakeholders responsible for implementation, monitoring, and measurement of the City's comprehensive Climate Action Plan and broader sustainability efforts. This position will also be expected to present on efforts of their team and the department to City management, City Council, and public audiences. Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Public or Business Administration, Sustainability, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field, and
A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in sustainability, renewable energy, technology procurement, mobility data and technologies, sustainability-related market transformation opportunities, energy efficiency or other government services management is highly desirable.
Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates these qualifications may be qualifying.
Key Areas of Responsibilities:
Identify opportunities for expanding data and technology applications in new and existing building energy management systems, new mobility data and technologies, renewable energy use, energy storage capabilities, IoT solutions, and zero emissions vehicles (ZEV).
Identify and implement innovative or critical technology projects for the City to lead or participate in and help demonstrate technology applications for other sustainability programs throughout the region, state, and country.
Integrate various City goals, project, and key outcomes into the department's work and the deployment of advanced sustainability technology.
Identify market transformation opportunities in the sustainability field and related business engagement opportunities.
Manage a team responsible for cross-departmental implementation of the ZEV policies and infrastructure and provide support to other departments.
Serve as the City's spokesperson on energy and other sustainability technology projects as well as department efforts.
Focus on collaboration by seeking and building upon partnerships within the City and public-private relationships with external parties.
Provide regional, state, and national thought leadership in technology & sustainability.
Track statewide regulatory or legislative actions and propose options for engagement.
Coordinate grant writing and budgeting of resources to support the City's sustainability initiatives.
Carry-out additional duties as necessary.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be an experienced energy and sustainability professional capable of managing programs, deploying the department's resources in innovative yet responsible ways to maximize effectiveness, and raising the City's profile in sustainability and technology circles. In addition, the candidate will possess, at a minimum, the following qualifications:
A commitment to public service, fiscal responsibility and innovation in government.
A commitment to the team and to always being a team player.
A focus on enhanced services and customer satisfaction.
Excellence in clear, well-documented, and transparent accounting of all aspects of projects from budgeting and financing strategies to communication of outcomes.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in sustainability and energy technology, applications, financing, and best practices.
Demonstrated ability to engage partners in new solutions applicable within a local government setting.
Expertise in electric or other zero emissions vehicles infrastructure, policy, and supply chain.
Experience with new mobility technologies and opportunities.
Demonstrated experience with concept and actual application of technology platforms and procurement, including return on investment calculations, business finance, data privacy controls, and points in which to change or utilize city or state code to increase responsible use of data to drive sustainability outcomes.
Experience implementing projects, ranging from funding a project to design, construction, monitoring/verification of systems, and operation.
Experience or knowledge of innovative tools to track mobility, waste and/or energy use, visualize data for effective analysis and communication, and implementation of projects or programs based on data/visualization of data.
Ability to navigate government procurement and other processes to allow for innovation.
Progressively responsible management experience reflecting ability to foster and nurture productive employees and build teams.
Collaborative skill in working with other city departments, businesses, elected officials, the public, and other government agencies.
Proven skill in overseeing project and program management and attention to detail.
Ability to balance competing interests and build consensus.
Strong interpersonal skills, communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills, with the ability to successfully interact with a wide variety of stakeholders.
Active and genuine commitment to managing diversity in the workplace and overseeing a diverse team.
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May 15, 2019
Full time
The Department: The Sustainability Department leads sustainability, climate, and energy policy and projects for the City. A large portion of the department's work is driven by the implementation of the City's Climate Action Plan (CAP) adopted in 2015 which aims to reduce local greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50 percent below 2010 levels by 2035. By doing so, the Plan sets the City on a path to meet the State of California's requirement to reduce emissions by 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050. Though various City departments are involved in the implementation of the CAP, the Sustainability Department is responsible for the cross departmental coordination of these efforts on a day-to-day basis. The Sustainability Department currently has 24 budgeted positions and a Fiscal Year 2019 budget of approximately $4.9 million. The Position : Under the guidance of the Director/Deputy Director of the Sustainability Department, the Sustainability & Technology Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of policies and projects that enable the City to use advanced technologies to obtain more efficient and effective outcomes in reaching sustainability targets. This includes technologies such as Internet-of-Things (IoT) solutions, building/energy management systems, new mobility data and technologies, zero emissions vehicles infrastructure and expansion, sustainability-related market transformation opportunities, big data analytics and machine learning. This position will also be expected to seek and manage grant funding in support of program goals and actions. The Program Manager will be a part of the Sustainability Department's leadership team, and as such, will also contribute to the vision, mission, and general administrative duties of the department. This position will be expected to contribute to effective operations of the City's day-to-day sustainability programs including: directing, managing, supervising, participating, and coordinating the activities and operations relating to the work of staff, and stakeholders responsible for implementation, monitoring, and measurement of the City's comprehensive Climate Action Plan and broader sustainability efforts. This position will also be expected to present on efforts of their team and the department to City management, City Council, and public audiences. Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Public or Business Administration, Sustainability, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field, and
A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in sustainability, renewable energy, technology procurement, mobility data and technologies, sustainability-related market transformation opportunities, energy efficiency or other government services management is highly desirable.
Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates these qualifications may be qualifying.
Key Areas of Responsibilities:
Identify opportunities for expanding data and technology applications in new and existing building energy management systems, new mobility data and technologies, renewable energy use, energy storage capabilities, IoT solutions, and zero emissions vehicles (ZEV).
Identify and implement innovative or critical technology projects for the City to lead or participate in and help demonstrate technology applications for other sustainability programs throughout the region, state, and country.
Integrate various City goals, project, and key outcomes into the department's work and the deployment of advanced sustainability technology.
Identify market transformation opportunities in the sustainability field and related business engagement opportunities.
Manage a team responsible for cross-departmental implementation of the ZEV policies and infrastructure and provide support to other departments.
Serve as the City's spokesperson on energy and other sustainability technology projects as well as department efforts.
Focus on collaboration by seeking and building upon partnerships within the City and public-private relationships with external parties.
Provide regional, state, and national thought leadership in technology & sustainability.
Track statewide regulatory or legislative actions and propose options for engagement.
Coordinate grant writing and budgeting of resources to support the City's sustainability initiatives.
Carry-out additional duties as necessary.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be an experienced energy and sustainability professional capable of managing programs, deploying the department's resources in innovative yet responsible ways to maximize effectiveness, and raising the City's profile in sustainability and technology circles. In addition, the candidate will possess, at a minimum, the following qualifications:
A commitment to public service, fiscal responsibility and innovation in government.
A commitment to the team and to always being a team player.
A focus on enhanced services and customer satisfaction.
Excellence in clear, well-documented, and transparent accounting of all aspects of projects from budgeting and financing strategies to communication of outcomes.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in sustainability and energy technology, applications, financing, and best practices.
Demonstrated ability to engage partners in new solutions applicable within a local government setting.
Expertise in electric or other zero emissions vehicles infrastructure, policy, and supply chain.
Experience with new mobility technologies and opportunities.
Demonstrated experience with concept and actual application of technology platforms and procurement, including return on investment calculations, business finance, data privacy controls, and points in which to change or utilize city or state code to increase responsible use of data to drive sustainability outcomes.
Experience implementing projects, ranging from funding a project to design, construction, monitoring/verification of systems, and operation.
Experience or knowledge of innovative tools to track mobility, waste and/or energy use, visualize data for effective analysis and communication, and implementation of projects or programs based on data/visualization of data.
Ability to navigate government procurement and other processes to allow for innovation.
Progressively responsible management experience reflecting ability to foster and nurture productive employees and build teams.
Collaborative skill in working with other city departments, businesses, elected officials, the public, and other government agencies.
Proven skill in overseeing project and program management and attention to detail.
Ability to balance competing interests and build consensus.
Strong interpersonal skills, communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills, with the ability to successfully interact with a wide variety of stakeholders.
Active and genuine commitment to managing diversity in the workplace and overseeing a diverse team.
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RAN has an opening for a full-time position on our Digital Engagement Team for a Digital Campaign Strategist for the Climate and Energy Program. The Digital Campaign Strategist will work closely with RAN’s Climate Program to provide & assist in digital strategy and technical backbone necessary for effective online campaigning.
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May 15, 2019
Full time
RAN has an opening for a full-time position on our Digital Engagement Team for a Digital Campaign Strategist for the Climate and Energy Program. The Digital Campaign Strategist will work closely with RAN’s Climate Program to provide & assist in digital strategy and technical backbone necessary for effective online campaigning.
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Description BOMBARDIER Your ideas move people. Bombardier Transportation, a global leader in rail technology, offers the broadest portfolio in the rail industry and delivers innovative products and services that set new standards in sustainable mobility. Bombardier ECO4 technologies - built on the four cornerstones of energy, efficiency, economy and ecology - conserve energy, protect the environment and help to improve total train performance. We are looking for an Environmental Specialist/Sheet Metal Worker for our Baltimore, Maryland facility. In your role as an Environmental Specialist/Sheet Metal Worker, you will: Perform routine, environmental regulatory inspections and other environmental compliance tasks in compliance with the Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) standards. Inspect, service and make necessary repairs to passenger coaches and locomotives within OEM/FRA/DOT and Bombardier Standards. Primary Activities and Responsibilities - Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). - Perform routine, environmental regulatory inspections and other environmental compliance tasks. The incumbent with interact with managers and employees in other departments to maintain compliance with environmental regulations and best management practices and will be responsible for operation of the wastewater treatment facility and wastewater discharge monitoring and compliance. - Build, erect, assemble, install, dismantle, and maintain parts made of copper, brass, tin, zinc, white/black metal of 10 gauge and lighter, including brazing, soldering, tinning and leading. - Bend, fit, cut, thread, braze, connect and disconnect air, water, gas, oil and steam pipes. - Operate pipe threading machines. - Oxy-propane and arc welding. - Perform equipment work order management using asset management database. - Operate locomotive, passenger coaches and prime mover as part of team to move rail equipment. - Additional duties as assigned in accordance with union agreement and incidental work rule provisions. Training Training will be provided in Baltimore, Maryland upon hire. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - High School diploma/GED - 18 years of age or older - Valid Driver's License - Valid Maryland Industrial Treatment License - Experience reading and interpreting blueprints - Proficient in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and/or Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) - Proficient in oxy-propane torch Preferred Qualifications - 3 years of sheet metal, fabrication, and/or pipefitting experience Basic Competencies - Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications--both general and technical) - Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions) - Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills) - Mechanical aptitude - Must be able to obtain Qualified Maintenance Person (QMP) designation and qualification - Need to meet regulatory medical qualifications to qualify for Maintenance Facility Engineer and Maintenance Facility Conductor - Driving record needs to be absent any moving convictions for alcohol or substance abuse within the previous 36 months - Must have basic proficiency with Windows software and Microsoft Office Suite applications (i.e., Outlook) Physical Requirements - Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis - Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/balance/climb on a regular basis - Push/pull/grip/carry on a regular basis - Walking long distances over uneven terrain - Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity - Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis Employment Conditions - Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries - Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots and safety glasses - Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work - Complete annual training and pass safety rules examination - Subject to random testing for drugs and/or alcohol per certifications - Must pass all required assessments - Required to pass a post-offer medical examination, including drug and alcohol testing - This position will be governed by a collective bargaining agreement, membership is required - Active employees must complete one year in current position or craft before applying for positions Environment Conditions Work outside in all weather conditions in confined spaces and/or elevated heights We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Bombardier Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer Dedicated to Affirmative Action and Workforce Diversity.
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May 14, 2019
Full time
Description BOMBARDIER Your ideas move people. Bombardier Transportation, a global leader in rail technology, offers the broadest portfolio in the rail industry and delivers innovative products and services that set new standards in sustainable mobility. Bombardier ECO4 technologies - built on the four cornerstones of energy, efficiency, economy and ecology - conserve energy, protect the environment and help to improve total train performance. We are looking for an Environmental Specialist/Sheet Metal Worker for our Baltimore, Maryland facility. In your role as an Environmental Specialist/Sheet Metal Worker, you will: Perform routine, environmental regulatory inspections and other environmental compliance tasks in compliance with the Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) standards. Inspect, service and make necessary repairs to passenger coaches and locomotives within OEM/FRA/DOT and Bombardier Standards. Primary Activities and Responsibilities - Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). - Perform routine, environmental regulatory inspections and other environmental compliance tasks. The incumbent with interact with managers and employees in other departments to maintain compliance with environmental regulations and best management practices and will be responsible for operation of the wastewater treatment facility and wastewater discharge monitoring and compliance. - Build, erect, assemble, install, dismantle, and maintain parts made of copper, brass, tin, zinc, white/black metal of 10 gauge and lighter, including brazing, soldering, tinning and leading. - Bend, fit, cut, thread, braze, connect and disconnect air, water, gas, oil and steam pipes. - Operate pipe threading machines. - Oxy-propane and arc welding. - Perform equipment work order management using asset management database. - Operate locomotive, passenger coaches and prime mover as part of team to move rail equipment. - Additional duties as assigned in accordance with union agreement and incidental work rule provisions. Training Training will be provided in Baltimore, Maryland upon hire. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - High School diploma/GED - 18 years of age or older - Valid Driver's License - Valid Maryland Industrial Treatment License - Experience reading and interpreting blueprints - Proficient in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and/or Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) - Proficient in oxy-propane torch Preferred Qualifications - 3 years of sheet metal, fabrication, and/or pipefitting experience Basic Competencies - Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications--both general and technical) - Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions) - Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills) - Mechanical aptitude - Must be able to obtain Qualified Maintenance Person (QMP) designation and qualification - Need to meet regulatory medical qualifications to qualify for Maintenance Facility Engineer and Maintenance Facility Conductor - Driving record needs to be absent any moving convictions for alcohol or substance abuse within the previous 36 months - Must have basic proficiency with Windows software and Microsoft Office Suite applications (i.e., Outlook) Physical Requirements - Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis - Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/balance/climb on a regular basis - Push/pull/grip/carry on a regular basis - Walking long distances over uneven terrain - Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity - Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis Employment Conditions - Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries - Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots and safety glasses - Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work - Complete annual training and pass safety rules examination - Subject to random testing for drugs and/or alcohol per certifications - Must pass all required assessments - Required to pass a post-offer medical examination, including drug and alcohol testing - This position will be governed by a collective bargaining agreement, membership is required - Active employees must complete one year in current position or craft before applying for positions Environment Conditions Work outside in all weather conditions in confined spaces and/or elevated heights We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Bombardier Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer Dedicated to Affirmative Action and Workforce Diversity.
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DESCRIPTION
Amazon’s Sustainability organization points Amazon’s innovative culture at environmental and social impacts with enormous scale. We consider the full lifecycle of our impact, from supply chain to customer experience, operational efficiency to waste diversion. We take action to improve the impact amazon has on the environment, looking for wins that are good for our customers and our business as well. Sustainability Science is a team of environmental and social research scientists and product managers answering core sustainability questions for the larger organization and looking around corners to identify long term environmental and social hotspots. The Role : As a Sustainability Science Researcher, you will be responsible for conducting assessments of environmental and social issues across Amazon, evaluating the sustainability impacts of supply chains, from manufacturing, to transportation, to consumer use, to end-of-life. The ideal candidate will have industry experience conducting life cycle assessments (LCAs) of products and services, and detailed knowledge of manufacturing, design, development, and/or sourcing. The candidate should be comfortable working with imperfect data, identifying sources of uncertainty, and finding public data to fill the gaps where needed. The successful candidate must have strong analytical skills and the ability to apply systems thinking to complex, fast moving problems. The candidate should have familiarity with LCA methods and applications. The successful candidate will work under the direction of senior business leaders, but will act as a Subject Matter Expert, including designing research, gathering data, interpreting results, and developing metrics and reports. The candidate may manage small project teams in gathering and analyzing large amounts of data. Key Responsibilities : · Manage sustainability-related research projects through all stages: ideation, modeling, data collection, data analysis, data visualization, and reporting; · Develop reports, dashboards and metrics which distill complex data into actionable insights; · Subject matter expert in product, supply chain, and fulfillment sustainability assessments; · Respond to time critical questions from multiple business teams; · Professionally communicate to senior business leaders. · Work closely with software engineering teams to drive real-time model implementations and new feature creations · Work closely with operations staff to optimize various business operations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
· 5+ years conducting sustainability research and/or driving sustainability improvements; · Experience with sustainability footprinting and/or product LCA; · Coding experience in Python, R, or similar. · Master’s degree in environmental science or engineering, industrial ecology, industrial or mechanical engineering, or related fields.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Strong written and verbal communication skills; · PhD in a highly quantitative or related field. · Experience using commercial LCA software such as GaBi or SimaPro; · Experience with AWS features (S3, Redshift) is a plus. · Ability to write well-structured, easily maintainable, and well-documented code and desire to improve by iterating on code through peer review · Experience working with big, messy datasets and deriving inferences from them · Strong drive to learn new topics and skills, to develop innovative insights. · Published a peer-reviewed LCA, Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), product environmental footprint (PEF), or similar.
Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.
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May 02, 2019
Full time
DESCRIPTION
Amazon’s Sustainability organization points Amazon’s innovative culture at environmental and social impacts with enormous scale. We consider the full lifecycle of our impact, from supply chain to customer experience, operational efficiency to waste diversion. We take action to improve the impact amazon has on the environment, looking for wins that are good for our customers and our business as well. Sustainability Science is a team of environmental and social research scientists and product managers answering core sustainability questions for the larger organization and looking around corners to identify long term environmental and social hotspots. The Role : As a Sustainability Science Researcher, you will be responsible for conducting assessments of environmental and social issues across Amazon, evaluating the sustainability impacts of supply chains, from manufacturing, to transportation, to consumer use, to end-of-life. The ideal candidate will have industry experience conducting life cycle assessments (LCAs) of products and services, and detailed knowledge of manufacturing, design, development, and/or sourcing. The candidate should be comfortable working with imperfect data, identifying sources of uncertainty, and finding public data to fill the gaps where needed. The successful candidate must have strong analytical skills and the ability to apply systems thinking to complex, fast moving problems. The candidate should have familiarity with LCA methods and applications. The successful candidate will work under the direction of senior business leaders, but will act as a Subject Matter Expert, including designing research, gathering data, interpreting results, and developing metrics and reports. The candidate may manage small project teams in gathering and analyzing large amounts of data. Key Responsibilities : · Manage sustainability-related research projects through all stages: ideation, modeling, data collection, data analysis, data visualization, and reporting; · Develop reports, dashboards and metrics which distill complex data into actionable insights; · Subject matter expert in product, supply chain, and fulfillment sustainability assessments; · Respond to time critical questions from multiple business teams; · Professionally communicate to senior business leaders. · Work closely with software engineering teams to drive real-time model implementations and new feature creations · Work closely with operations staff to optimize various business operations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
· 5+ years conducting sustainability research and/or driving sustainability improvements; · Experience with sustainability footprinting and/or product LCA; · Coding experience in Python, R, or similar. · Master’s degree in environmental science or engineering, industrial ecology, industrial or mechanical engineering, or related fields.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Strong written and verbal communication skills; · PhD in a highly quantitative or related field. · Experience using commercial LCA software such as GaBi or SimaPro; · Experience with AWS features (S3, Redshift) is a plus. · Ability to write well-structured, easily maintainable, and well-documented code and desire to improve by iterating on code through peer review · Experience working with big, messy datasets and deriving inferences from them · Strong drive to learn new topics and skills, to develop innovative insights. · Published a peer-reviewed LCA, Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), product environmental footprint (PEF), or similar.
Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.
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DESCRIPTION
Are you passionate about the environment? Would you like to be part of the team that is using data to help Amazon understand its environmental impact? Amazon Footprint works in a large, complex, and dynamic data and software environment, focused on increasing awareness by building platforms to analyze that data and drive sustainability-focused insights into decisions made throughout Amazon. We are looking for an experienced Technical Program Manager who is able to collaborate effectively with a technical team and be responsible for key aspects of the software experience. In this role you, will lead the definition, and shepherd the development, of new features as well as important optimizations to the platforms used to gather and make sense of data from diverse sources across Amazon. The role is inherently cross-functional: you will work closely with a high-energy team of software engineers and program managers as well as internal & external product and technical stakeholders across the company. We need someone who thrives in a dynamic and ambiguous environment, is both creative and technical, and who is sensitive to (or understands) the diverse perspectives of stakeholders and works with them to resolve differences. Successful candidates will thrive in and help lead fast-paced environments that leverage agile planning techniques, encourage and reward creativity and intelligent risk taking, and find innovative ways to leverage cutting edge technology. You'll help invent novel ways of collecting, analyzing and enabling discovery of data from a variety of real-time sources. You'll innovate and influence the direction of the latest Amazon technologies. With Amazon’s breadth, your work will transform how Sustainability is approached at Amazon, and in turn influence the entire industry. And of course, a demonstrated passion for sustainability doesn’t hurt!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
· 8+ years of Technical Program Management experience in a related industry · Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field · Experience managing software releases · Experience with bug tracking systems · Experience with business applications such as Word, Excel and Project
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations, and drive actions. · Strengths in problem solving, issue-resolution, ability to work in a deadline-driven work environment, high attention to detail, and ability to multitask. · Demonstrated experience engaging and influencing cross-functional stakeholders and senior executives. · Demonstrated ability to understand and discuss technical concepts, manage trade-offs and evaluate new ideas with internal and external partners. · Demonstrated ability to work across disciplines with engineering, design, and project management counterparts to deliver online products/services.
Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age
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May 02, 2019
Full time
DESCRIPTION
Are you passionate about the environment? Would you like to be part of the team that is using data to help Amazon understand its environmental impact? Amazon Footprint works in a large, complex, and dynamic data and software environment, focused on increasing awareness by building platforms to analyze that data and drive sustainability-focused insights into decisions made throughout Amazon. We are looking for an experienced Technical Program Manager who is able to collaborate effectively with a technical team and be responsible for key aspects of the software experience. In this role you, will lead the definition, and shepherd the development, of new features as well as important optimizations to the platforms used to gather and make sense of data from diverse sources across Amazon. The role is inherently cross-functional: you will work closely with a high-energy team of software engineers and program managers as well as internal & external product and technical stakeholders across the company. We need someone who thrives in a dynamic and ambiguous environment, is both creative and technical, and who is sensitive to (or understands) the diverse perspectives of stakeholders and works with them to resolve differences. Successful candidates will thrive in and help lead fast-paced environments that leverage agile planning techniques, encourage and reward creativity and intelligent risk taking, and find innovative ways to leverage cutting edge technology. You'll help invent novel ways of collecting, analyzing and enabling discovery of data from a variety of real-time sources. You'll innovate and influence the direction of the latest Amazon technologies. With Amazon’s breadth, your work will transform how Sustainability is approached at Amazon, and in turn influence the entire industry. And of course, a demonstrated passion for sustainability doesn’t hurt!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
· 8+ years of Technical Program Management experience in a related industry · Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field · Experience managing software releases · Experience with bug tracking systems · Experience with business applications such as Word, Excel and Project
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations, and drive actions. · Strengths in problem solving, issue-resolution, ability to work in a deadline-driven work environment, high attention to detail, and ability to multitask. · Demonstrated experience engaging and influencing cross-functional stakeholders and senior executives. · Demonstrated ability to understand and discuss technical concepts, manage trade-offs and evaluate new ideas with internal and external partners. · Demonstrated ability to work across disciplines with engineering, design, and project management counterparts to deliver online products/services.
Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age
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OBD CERTIFICATION AND COMPLIANCE ENGINEER
As an independent group of companies, the BMW Group has a commitment to creativity and breakthrough ideas that goes well beyond the racetrack. In order to continuously create ultimate driving machines, we drive our growth and design excellence by staffing our teams with individuals who are innovative and always looking for the next great idea. If you share our vision and view yourself as an independent, creative thinker, we invite you to join our team in this exceptional role located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
Description
The Compliance and OBD Engineer works under the general direction of the OBD and Compliance Manager and is expected to assist him in other function-related areas.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Witness Testing: Support and participation in EPA Confirmatory and Surveillance Testing as well as other investigative testing from US or CA authorities. In-Use Verification: Serve as backup Engineer for the project manager of the In-Use Verification Program. Liaison: Maintain a good working relationship between Environmental Engineering US, Development Drivetrain, Development Hybrid, BMW Steyr, BMW Motorsport and EPA. Meetings: Coordination and facilitation of in person meeting as well as phone conferences with EPA including presenting subjects. Negotiate with EPA and communicate results within BMW and follow up with EPA if needed. Fuel Economy and Emissions Testing Regulation: Develop and maintain a working knowledge of federal and California regulations for light duty vehicles and motorcycles. Networking: Participate in technical and regulatory industry working groups, maintain close contacts with internal and external business partners. Technology: Stay on top of technological development concerning vehicles and develop expertise about engine control and hybrid systems. Position Specifics: The Compliance and OPD Engineer is located in Woodcliff Lake, NJ
Join the team at BMW of North America and enjoy a high-performance employment package which includes: Company paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Employee car program 401(k) Savings Plan Retirement Income Account What are you waiting for...jump into the driver's seat and apply today! BMW NA is an EO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status
Qualifications and experience
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Automotive, Mechanical) Experience in Certification, Compliance and vehicle architecture is preferred. Basic hands-on vehicle experience is required. Knowledge about BMW vehicle system architecture, BMW Hybrid Systems and OBD Systems is preferred.
In addition the candidate should: • accept responsibilities, demonstrates a high level of initiative and is strongly motivated. • have a good understanding of project management and is able to organize tasks efficiently • display a strong capacity for growth and shows eagerness and capacity to learn • demonstrate analytical skills and shows a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems • display professionalism and is able to represent BMW in a professional way towards government agencies, • have excellent English language skills and has the ability to understand and interpret regulatory language
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Apr 21, 2019
Full time
OBD CERTIFICATION AND COMPLIANCE ENGINEER
As an independent group of companies, the BMW Group has a commitment to creativity and breakthrough ideas that goes well beyond the racetrack. In order to continuously create ultimate driving machines, we drive our growth and design excellence by staffing our teams with individuals who are innovative and always looking for the next great idea. If you share our vision and view yourself as an independent, creative thinker, we invite you to join our team in this exceptional role located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
Description
The Compliance and OBD Engineer works under the general direction of the OBD and Compliance Manager and is expected to assist him in other function-related areas.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Witness Testing: Support and participation in EPA Confirmatory and Surveillance Testing as well as other investigative testing from US or CA authorities. In-Use Verification: Serve as backup Engineer for the project manager of the In-Use Verification Program. Liaison: Maintain a good working relationship between Environmental Engineering US, Development Drivetrain, Development Hybrid, BMW Steyr, BMW Motorsport and EPA. Meetings: Coordination and facilitation of in person meeting as well as phone conferences with EPA including presenting subjects. Negotiate with EPA and communicate results within BMW and follow up with EPA if needed. Fuel Economy and Emissions Testing Regulation: Develop and maintain a working knowledge of federal and California regulations for light duty vehicles and motorcycles. Networking: Participate in technical and regulatory industry working groups, maintain close contacts with internal and external business partners. Technology: Stay on top of technological development concerning vehicles and develop expertise about engine control and hybrid systems. Position Specifics: The Compliance and OPD Engineer is located in Woodcliff Lake, NJ
Join the team at BMW of North America and enjoy a high-performance employment package which includes: Company paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Employee car program 401(k) Savings Plan Retirement Income Account What are you waiting for...jump into the driver's seat and apply today! BMW NA is an EO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status
Qualifications and experience
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Automotive, Mechanical) Experience in Certification, Compliance and vehicle architecture is preferred. Basic hands-on vehicle experience is required. Knowledge about BMW vehicle system architecture, BMW Hybrid Systems and OBD Systems is preferred.
In addition the candidate should: • accept responsibilities, demonstrates a high level of initiative and is strongly motivated. • have a good understanding of project management and is able to organize tasks efficiently • display a strong capacity for growth and shows eagerness and capacity to learn • demonstrate analytical skills and shows a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems • display professionalism and is able to represent BMW in a professional way towards government agencies, • have excellent English language skills and has the ability to understand and interpret regulatory language
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