Principal Transportation & Energy Consultant - Port & Maritime Decarbonization (California)

• Lead projects focused on port electrification, clean energy infrastructure, alternative marine fuels, and air quality improvements across maritime and freight transportation systems.
• Support the development and implementation of strategies related to zero‑emission cargo handling equipment, drayage truck charging infrastructure, shore power systems, battery storage, microgrids, and clean marine fuel deployment.
• Conduct electrification and clean fuel feasibility assessments.
• Evaluate utility and grid capacity constraints.
• Develop integrated energy strategies that align decarbonization goals with operational and infrastructure realities at ports and terminals.
• Help port clients navigate the intersection of transportation, energy, and infrastructure planning.
• Identify funding opportunities and support clients in securing local, state, and federal grants and incentives for clean transportation and energy projects.
• Mentor junior staff and lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering technically sound and implementation‑focused solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in transportation, environmental studies, energy, public policy, or a similar field.
• 8+ years of experience in clean transportation, including experience working as an employee of or consultant to a major U.S. seaport.
• Foundational knowledge in transportation electrification, including vehicle technologies and charging infrastructure, and other clean transportation fuels.
• Foundational knowledge in the breadth of strategies for reducing transportation sector greenhouse gas emissions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multi‑task, and work under tight deadlines.
• Flexibility and sound business ethics.