Technical Assistant II – Renewable Energy

Technical Assistant II – Environment and Renewable Energy

Palo Alto, CA

The successful candidate will effectively team with research scientists, program managers and technical staff in EPRI’s Renewable Energy Programs & Sector Operations to provide technical & administrative support.

Job Functions:

• Supports Project and Program Managers by gathering, monitoring, analyzing and organizing information on current and emerging technologies as well as financial and contractual data
• Supports Sector Operations with various projects (product management, customer satisfaction, PowerPoint slide preparation)
• Developing contract documentation for subsequent processing and ensuring timely execution
• Meeting coordination and preparation (member advisory meetings and workshops) including preparation and distribution of meeting materials
• Maintain program website content
• Coordinating webcasts
• Supporting technical staff in the preparation and publication of technical papers and reports
• Maintaining member contact lists

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has a strong desire to develop their technical project management skills
• Has familiarity with EPRI processes (e.g., contracts)
• Is proficient in basic Microsoft software programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint at a minimum)
• Can use specialized project management tools
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills
• Is well organized and self-motivated
• Is a team player
• Is able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment

Education Level and Years of Experience

• AA degree in a scientific field or equivalent combination of education and experience with some related administrative or technical experience.  Bachelor’s degree preferred.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a candidate in an existing administrative role who wishes to progress to a more technical role.

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Note: To ensure compliance with U.S. export controls, please indicate your U.S. citizenship or (for foreign citizens) your U.S. visa/immigration status in your resume or cover letter.

EPRI is an equal opportunity employer.

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