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Meta

Energy Manager, Power Delivery

Menlo Park, CA · On-site +1

$202K/yr

In this role, you will be a key contributor to Meta's data center energy strategy, specifically ... Energy Manager, Power Delivery Responsibilities: * Support the creation and execution of ...

Meta

Energy Manager, Power Delivery

Bellevue, WA · On-site +1

$202K/yr

In this role, you will be a key contributor to Meta's data center energy strategy, specifically ... Energy Manager, Power Delivery Responsibilities: * Support the creation and execution of ...

Meta

Energy Manager, Power Delivery

$202K/yr

In this role, you will be a key contributor to Meta's data center energy strategy, specifically ... Energy Manager, Power Delivery Responsibilities: * Support the creation and execution of ...

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How much do data center energy manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for data center energy manager in the United States is $155,686.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $167,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a data center energy manager do?

A Data Center Energy Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the energy usage within a data center facility. Their primary goal is to ensure that the data center operates as efficiently as possible by implementing energy-saving strategies and managing power consumption. They monitor energy performance, analyze data, and recommend improvements such as equipment upgrades or changes in cooling systems. Additionally, they work to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and help reduce operational costs by minimizing energy waste.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data center energy manager?

To thrive as a Data Center Energy Manager, you need expertise in energy management, electrical or mechanical engineering, and data center operations, often supported by a relevant degree and certifications such as Certified Energy Manager (CEM). Familiarity with energy monitoring tools, building management systems (BMS), and sustainability reporting platforms is essential. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills help you collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive energy efficiency initiatives. These skills and qualifications are crucial to optimizing energy use, reducing costs, and ensuring the reliability and sustainability of data center operations.

How does a data center energy manager typically work with other departments to improve energy efficiency?

A Data Center Energy Manager regularly collaborates with IT, facilities, and operations teams to identify and implement energy-saving opportunities. This includes coordinating with IT to optimize server loads, working with HVAC specialists to fine-tune cooling systems, and partnering with facility managers to track energy usage. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as projects often require balancing uptime demands with sustainability goals. These cross-functional efforts help ensure that energy efficiency measures align with organizational objectives while maintaining reliable data center performance.

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Infographic showing various Data Center Energy Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $155,686 per year, or $74.8 per hour.

Data Center Energy Infrastructure Specialist

Washington, DC • Hybrid

Lindahl Reed, Inc.
Business Management Consulting • 11 - 50 employees
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$95K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Collaborate on the active project management of research, development, and demonstration projects related to data center technologies.

  • Engage with industry, academia, and government stakeholders to build and maintain relationships and support program activities.

  • Support the preparation and presentation of written and oral briefings and reports to senior federal staff, DOE leadership, and external partners.

Job description

Title: Data Center Energy Infrastructure Specialist
Location: Washington DC (Hybrid- Optional work from home)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $95k-150K/ year. Depending on academic and professional experience.
Years of Experience: 3+ years in industry
Level of Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or related field
Date Updated: February 26, 2026
Company Description
Now is the time to join Lindahl Reed, Inc. Lindahl Reed is a scientific, engineering, technical, and research company supporting the nation’s most critical missions in Energy Innovation, National Security, and Environmental Stewardship. At Lindahl Reed, we live our values every day. Integrity, trust, and excellence are the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to pioneering innovative solutions, enabling cutting-edge technologies, and advancing a cleaner, and more resilient and secure world. We are hiring creative, motivated, and talented people with a passion for doing what's right, what's smart, and what works.
Description/Job Summary
The Department of Energy’s (DOE) Industrial Technologies Office (ITO) accelerates the innovation and adoption of cost-effective technologies that position American industry to lead on the competitive stage in evolving global markets. ITO provides planning, management, and direction necessary for a balanced national program of research, development, demonstration, technical assistance, and workforce development to drive energy, materials, and production efficiency across the industrial sector.
The Industrial Technologies Office (ITO) is seeking an experienced candidate to provide subject matter expertise in the Data Center industry. The role requires interacting closely with research, development, and deployment (RD amp;D) projects that produce significant cost- and energy savings and improve the competitiveness of the Data Center industry. This role requires knowledge of data center development, operations, critical infrastructure, energy procurement, and/or utilities management.
The position will support the development and management of programs focused on developing new practices and technologies through the management of large federal programs and projects with partners in industry, academia, and national laboratories. This role may also require engaging with other programs at the Department of Energy and across the Federal government.
Duties/Responsibilities
  • Subject Matter Expertise: Have a strong understanding of data center development, operations, critical infrastructure, energy procurement, and/or utilities management. Knowledge of energy efficiency strategies, onsite generation and storage, cooling technologies, waste heat reuse, and water use considerations. Familiarity with demand-side management, load flexibility, and emerging large-load integration issues.
  • Strategic Planning: Contribute to strategic plans for technical research and development that advance the ITO mission, resulting in measurable and trackable savings. Support activities associated with the development, maintenance, and execution of an innovation strategy which includes exploring new areas of interest and participating in the process for and management of funding awards and projects.
  • Program Management: Collaborate on the active project management of ITO awards to oversee a research, development, and demonstration portfolio of transformative data center technologies in the United States.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with DOE staff and contractors in a program of activities to build and maintain relationships with leaders from industry and academia. As needed, engage in public-facing aspects of the ITO Data Center industry program.
  • Communication: Support DOE staff to prepare and present written and oral briefings and reports to senior federal staff, DOE leadership, external partners, and industry stakeholders.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
  • Located in the Washington DC area with hybrid work arrangement.
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or other relevant science and engineering disciplines
  • Minimum of 3+ years of experience in the Data Center industry or electric utility including an understanding of data center development and operations, grid integration, energy procurement, and/or critical infrastructure
  • Experience evaluating the system impacts of data centers and integration of data centers with the energy system
  • Ability to interpret technical modeling results and translate complex findings into strategic recommendations
  • Ability to assess and analyze speed to market, cost, reliability, operational flexibility, and other system integration trade-offs
  • Strong written, organizational, analytical, and research skills, and a demonstrated capacity for creative thinking.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
  • Comfort working in fast-moving environments and navigating uncertainty.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
Preferred qualifications:
  • Master's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, or other relevant science and engineering discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in industry or other related experience.
  • Membership in pertinent associations is helpful
  • Experience with capital project development
Benefits
The following benefits are available to benefit-eligible employees (working 30+ hours per week):
  • Medical Benefits
  • Dental Benefits
  • Vision Benefits
  • Retirement Plan
  • Company paid Basic Life, Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Time Off/ 11 Federal Holidays
  • Professional and Educational Development
  • And other benefits
By applying for remote or hybrid work, you are able to set up your own ergonomic work environment.
All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate may be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment with Lindahl Reed will be contingent upon the timely and acceptable results of candidate’s reference/background check. This position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your credentialing and/ or clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.
Lindahl Reed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Lindahl Reed complies with pay disclosure requirements for applicable cities and states.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws view the following posters to see more information:
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Employee Rights under the NLRA
This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in Lindahl Reed’s sole discretion.

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