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Decarbonization Engineer Jobs in Toronto, ON (NOW HIRING)

Submetering is proven to reduce in-suite energy consumption by 40%, driving decarbonization efforts ... Create Engineered models using data obtained from the field and from service providers. * * Create ...

... developer community WELL, Fitwel, sustainability, or decarbonization experience Participation in industry organizations, committees, or leadership roles Experience across multiple building sectors ...

Fire Alarm Technician

Hamilton, ON ยท On-site

$25.25 - $42.59/hr

... and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and ... Conduct small programming modifications to an existing system with supervision. * Program small ...

Resiliency Planning Specialist

Toronto, ON ยท Hybrid

CA$80K - CA$111K/yr

Recognized degree in related engineering, planning, or sustainability field. * Minimum 5 years of ... Holistic understanding of sustainability and Net Zero, including decarbonization (Scope 1, 2, and 3 ...

Senior Business Development Manager

Toronto, ON ยท On-site

CA$100K - CA$150K/yr

... engineering and construction, seeing our projects through from design concept to implementation and commissioning. And that's how we can efficiently solve complex energy and decarbonization ...

This role is critical in driving our mission to support global decarbonization and digitization ... What You'll DoAssist engineers and senior team members in the research, testing, and development of ...

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Decarbonization Engineer information

What does a decarbonization engineer do?

A Decarbonization Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing strategies to reduce carbon emissions in industrial processes, buildings, or energy systems. They assess current operations, identify opportunities for emission reductions, and develop technologies or processes that support the transition to cleaner energy sources. Their work often involves collaborating with other engineers, environmental experts, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability goals. Decarbonization Engineers play a crucial role in helping organizations achieve net-zero or low-carbon objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a decarbonization engineer?

To thrive as a Decarbonization Engineer, you need expertise in energy systems, carbon reduction strategies, and environmental engineering, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree and experience in sustainability projects. Familiarity with emissions modeling software, life cycle assessment tools, and certifications like LEED or ISO 14001 are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, project management, and stakeholder communication skills set outstanding professionals apart in this role. These capabilities are crucial for designing and implementing effective decarbonization solutions that meet regulatory standards and drive environmental impact.

How does a decarbonization engineer typically collaborate with other departments to implement sustainability initiatives?

Decarbonization Engineers work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, facilities management, and sustainability departments, to design and execute projects aimed at reducing carbon emissions. They often facilitate workshops, analyze energy data, and provide technical guidance to ensure that emission-reduction strategies align with both regulatory requirements and organizational goals. Regular communication and collaboration are essential, as these engineers translate complex technical solutions into actionable plans that other departments can implement effectively.

What is the difference between Decarbonization Engineer vs Sustainability Engineer?

AspectDecarbonization EngineerSustainability Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in engineering, environmental science, or related field; certifications in energy management or environmental standardsBachelor's in environmental engineering, sustainability, or related; certifications in LEED, sustainability management
Work EnvironmentIndustrial sites, energy plants, consulting firms focused on reducing carbon emissionsCorporate offices, consulting firms, NGOs working on broader sustainability initiatives
Industry UsagePrimarily in energy, manufacturing, and industrial sectorsAcross various sectors including corporate, government, and non-profit organizations

While both roles focus on environmental impact, Decarbonization Engineers specifically target reducing carbon emissions through technical solutions, whereas Sustainability Engineers adopt a broader approach to overall environmental and social sustainability strategies.

What job categories do people searching Decarbonization Engineer jobs in Toronto, ON look for?

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Deal Advisory - Infrastructure, Capital Projects, & Sustainability Summer Intern - Toronto - Summ...

KPMG Canada

Toronto, ON โ€ข On-site

Temporary, Internship

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Overview

At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canadaโ€™s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.ย ย ย 
Do work that matters,supported by acommunity that valuesdifference and caresabout you. Gainlearningย thatโ€™llย lastyou a lifetime andbe recognized forthe impact you make.With a focus on encouraging employees to come as they are, KPMG provides its employees with a variety of unique tools and support systems that ensure they thrive and make their mark in their career and in their communities.


What you will do

Our Toronto office is seekingย undergraduateย orย postgraduateย students to join the team as a Summer Intern inย Summer 2027, as a part of our Deal Advisoryย โ€“ย Infrastructure, Capital Projects, & Sustainabilityย practice.ย ย 

When applying, please select "Summer Internship" as your preferred position andย indicateย Summer 2027ย as your preferred start date for potential employment.ย 

Our Infrastructure, Capital Projects, & Sustainability Teamย 

KPMGโ€™sInfrastructure, Capital Projects, and Sustainability (ICPS)practice is focused on being the trusted advisors of choice on major infrastructure programs within federal,ย provincial and municipal governments, and transport, education, power and utilities, digital, healthcare, energy and mining, sustainability, and Indigenous advisory. We are a team of 70 professionals within Toronto and a national team of over 250 including economists, engineers, project managers, finance professionals, accountants, and sustainability consultants.

Within the ICPS practice, our sustainability professionals support investors,ย corporatesย and public sector clients to address climate, decarbonization, low-carbon energy, sustainability and broader ESG requirements.ย ย Examples of the services we provideย includeย sustainability strategy and reporting, climate risk assessments, decarbonization planning, low-carbon energyย developmentย and procurement, ESG due diligence and value creation, and sustainable finance. While our practice serves clients across all sectors, our most frequent mandates involve industrials, natural resources, infrastructure, real estate, retail, cities, financial services, and private equity.ย 

In this role, you will support the delivery of high-quality services to top-tier public and private sector clients including government agencies, municipalities, investors and asset managers, financial institutions,ย and private companies across sectors such as mining, telecommunications, infrastructure,ย utilities,ย and energy.ย 

Whatโ€™sย in it for you:ย 

Interns & Co-op Students

Our Intern and Co-op program aims to develop the next generation of leaders through challenging and interesting work. During your term, you will gain authentic engagement experience working with client projects across our teams. Along the way, you will broaden your skill set through KPMGโ€™s vast learning and development opportunities that you can take on to your future career.ย ย 

The national Power Up programming will also provide you with opportunities to learn from our leaders, build a network with other student hires through social events, collaborate with professionals from across KPMG and learn how KPMG supports you in your career journey.ย 

You will alsoย benefitย from KPMGโ€™s learning and development offerings, including technical training, professional skills development, and mentorship opportunities that support your long-term career growth.ย 


What you bring to the role

You strive to make a meaningful and positive difference alongside your peers, to work collaboratively and with innovation at the forefront.ย Youโ€™reย passionate about being involved in your local community and post-secondary institution and have a proven ability to achieve personal and professional success while being curious as you learn emerging practices and technologies.ย 

Youย demonstrate:ย 

  • Undergraduateย orย postgraduateย student with a majorย in sustainability, business, engineering,ย environmental or climate science,ย publicย policyย orย otherย related programs.ย 
  • Ability to combine both quantitative and qualitative analysis toย understandย andย solve sustainabilityย and climate-related business problems,ย including their potential commercial, operational,ย financialย and strategic implications for the private and public sectors.ย 
  • Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
  • Demonstrated record of leadership roles in academic and/or extracurricularย or communityย activities; leadership in sustainability-related activitiesย are an asset.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver commitments on time.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.ย 
  • Proficiencyย in Power BI,ย Tableau,ย and/or Pythonย areย considered an asset.ย 
  • Bilingualism in English and Frenchย isย an asset.ย 

How you will succeed:ย 

  • You have a strong academic recordย andย demonstrateย intellectual curiosity through coursework, projects, or extracurricular involvement.ย 
  • You build collaborative relationships:ย Youย establishย strong relationships internally and externally and contribute positively to team-based environments. You respect diverse perspectives and work effectively across functions.ย 
  • You develop and motivate others:ย You engage peers with enthusiasm, contribute ideas confidently, and create a positive team dynamic that supports shared success.ย 
  • You take opportunities to learn and adapt:ย You actively seek feedback, reflect on experiences, and embrace new tools, technologies, and regulatory developments as part of your professional growth.ย 
  • You drive quality:ย You deliverย accurate, thoughtful, and well-documented work,ย demonstratingย attention to detail and a commitment to excellence in all tasks.ย 
  • You foster innovation:ย You are open to experimentation and continuous improvement, showing curiosity about how analytics, automation, and emerging technologies can enhance financial crime risk management.ย 
  • Familiarity withย AIenabledย tools or analytics platforms is considered an asset, along with comfort inย leveragingย AI to enhance efficiency, generate insights, or supportย problemsolving, and a demonstrated interest in how these technologies can be applied in professional settings.ย 

How to apply:ย 

Start your journey and make your mark with KPMG today!ย 

Please apply directly to KPMG atย Students - KPMG Canada (home.kpmg).ย 

All applications must be received no later thanย Monday, Septemberย 7th, 2026, at 11:59ย PM ET.ย 

Feeling a little overwhelmed with the application process?ย Donโ€™tย worry โ€“ย we'veย got you covered! Check out our resume and interview tipsย available overย atย ourย Application Journey page!ย 

What isย requiredย for this application process:ย 

  • You will be asked to complete an application questionnaire where you can outline your preferences.ย Please carefully review which specific opportunities are available before submittingย your application, as openings vary by office.ย ย 
  • Applications can be addressed to โ€œHiring Managerโ€ and should include aย cover letter, resume, and a copy of your most recent unofficial transcript. If you do not have access to an electronic copy of your transcript, we ask that you attach a screenshot of your grades from your schoolโ€™s website.ย 
  • All considered applicants must have or will obtain legal authorization to work in Canada by the start date of employment.ย 

If you experience any difficulties with the online system, please contactย ca-fmcandidateexpcoe@kpmg.ca.ย 

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Informationย 

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The expected base salary range for this position is $41,000 to $65,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicantโ€™s base salary within this range is based on the individualโ€™s location,skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.ย 

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Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

To learn more about how you can thrive with us at the firm, exploreย life at KPMG in Canada!ย 


Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, we do what is right |ย Excellence, we never stop learning and improving |ย Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences |ย For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMGโ€™s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

AI Usage

Weembrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMGโ€™s Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. Itโ€™s one of the many ways weโ€™re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.

Qualifications:

You strive to make a meaningful and positive difference alongside your peers, to work collaboratively and with innovation at the forefront.ย Youโ€™reย passionate about being involved in your local community and post-secondary institution and have a proven ability to achieve personal and professional success while being curious as you learn emerging practices and technologies.ย 

Youย demonstrate:ย 

  • Undergraduateย orย postgraduateย student with a majorย in sustainability, business, engineering,ย environmental or climate science,ย publicย policyย orย otherย related programs.ย 
  • Ability to combine both quantitative and qualitative analysis toย understandย andย solve sustainabilityย and climate-related business problems,ย including their potential commercial, operational,ย financialย and strategic implications for the private and public sectors.ย 
  • Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
  • Demonstrated record of leadership roles in academic and/or extracurricularย or communityย activities; leadership in sustainability-related activitiesย are an asset.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver commitments on time.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.ย 
  • Proficiencyย in Power BI,ย Tableau,ย and/or Pythonย areย considered an asset.ย 
  • Bilingualism in English and Frenchย isย an asset.ย 

How you will succeed:ย 

  • You have a strong academic recordย andย demonstrateย intellectual curiosity through coursework, projects, or extracurricular involvement.ย 
  • You build collaborative relationships:ย Youย establishย strong relationships internally and externally and contribute positively to team-based environments. You respect diverse perspectives and work effectively across functions.ย 
  • You develop and motivate others:ย You engage peers with enthusiasm, contribute ideas confidently, and create a positive team dynamic that supports shared success.ย 
  • You take opportunities to learn and adapt:ย You actively seek feedback, reflect on experiences, and embrace new tools, technologies, and regulatory developments as part of your professional growth.ย 
  • You drive quality:ย You deliverย accurate, thoughtful, and well-documented work,ย demonstratingย attention to detail and a commitment to excellence in all tasks.ย 
  • You foster innovation:ย You are open to experimentation and continuous improvement, showing curiosity about how analytics, automation, and emerging technologies can enhance financial crime risk management.ย 
  • Familiarity withย AIenabledย tools or analytics platforms is considered an asset, along with comfort inย leveragingย AI to enhance efficiency, generate insights, or supportย problemsolving, and a demonstrated interest in how these technologies can be applied in professional settings.ย 

How to apply:ย 

Start your journey and make your mark with KPMG today!ย 

Please apply directly to KPMG atย Students - KPMG Canada (home.kpmg).ย 

All applications must be received no later thanย