Senior Consultant, Energy and Transportation Job at FACTOR, INC., Nashville, TN

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  • FACTOR, INC.
  • Nashville, TN

Job Description

Since 1997, FACTOR, INC. has been at the forefront of providing cutting-edge data modeling, GIS, IT, consulting, subject matter expertise and research solutions for a diverse range of public- and private-sector clients. Our mission is to solve tough challenges in transportation, energy, chemical, and government sectors to mitigate risks and improve operational efficiency while protecting the public and the environment. Our team of dedicated professionals brings together exceptional problem-solving and a highly collaborative and respectful culture to drive innovative solution design and implementation for our clients.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic, highly skilled, and experienced Senior Consultant to lead and support projects focused on modeling energy demands and emissions in the transportation sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in transportation-specific energy use and emissions modeling, rail and road freight transportation knowledge and industry experience, and freight data modeling. This role involves working closely with multivendor teams, senior client personnel, and project staff to deliver solutions; performing modeling and simulation; writing technical reports; leading business development and proposal writing; engaging with external stakeholders; and leading R&D project management.

Your Impact

  • Lead and manage projects in the energy and transportation sectors, focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and optimizing energy use
  • Provide technical expertise in energy use and emissions modeling for freight and intermodal sectors
  • Work closely with senior client personnel and project staff to define needs or problem areas, design appropriate solutions and alternate approaches, and negotiate scopes of work
  • Manage the development of solutions and deliverables, ensuring overall project success and delivering expectations
  • Direct activities of team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment
  • Contribute to business development efforts, managing government and private sector projects and proposals

Required Education and Experience

  • A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; an advanced degree is preferred
  • At least 8+ years of relevant experience in the energy and transportation sectors
  • A demonstrated understanding of GREET (US DOE’s Greenhouse gases, Regulation Emissions, and Energy use in Technologies), or similar models
  • Proven track record in business development and project management in relevant subject areas
  • Exceptional research, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple medium-sized projects simultaneously
  • Current authorization to work in the US

Highly Desired Skills and Experience

  • Experience with discrete and dynamic simulation is preferred
  • Proficiency in Python, GIS (including Enterprise GIS systems), and analytics tools, including AI/ML, is a plus
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance and pass other industry-specific background screening; please review the requirements at before applying

What We Offer

  • Competitive Salary
  • Company Bonus Program Participation
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Match
  • Company-subsidized Medical and Dental Insurance
  • Company-provided Disability and Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Remote Work Arrangements

Why Join Us?

Professional Growth : We support your growth at FACTOR and as a professional through training, mentorship, and supporting your certification in sought-after skills.

Passionate Team : We believe in collaboration among passionate, diverse, and motivated team members, clients, and stakeholders to understand various viewpoints and solve challenging issues.

Rewarding Work : Besides offering a competitive salary and benefits, we offer the chance to make a real-world difference by supporting the safety and security risk mitigation work of our clients.

Flexible, Remote Work : We have a decade of experience serving our clients remotely and offer flexible working hours. Our geographically diverse workforce spans multiple time zones, with core collaboration time between 9AM and 4PM Central.

FACTOR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal opportunity employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry, national origin, military or veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Remote job, Flexible hours,

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