Analyst, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

Background

ClimeCo is a respected global advisor, transaction facilitator, trader, and developer of environmental commodity market products and related services. We specialize in voluntary carbon, regulated carbon, renewable energy credits, plastics credits, and regional criteria pollutant trading programs. From policy advisory to ESG strategy, offsets sourcing to project development, we provide comprehensive, vertically- integrated solutions to help enhance our customers’ sustainability impact—whether they are responding to emissions regulations or satisfying voluntary sustainability goals.

ClimeCo is currently seeking a full-time Analyst, LCA to join our Sustainability, Policy & Advisory team. The ideal candidate is an early-career professional that is driven to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement as a trusted advisor to clients that are accelerating their decarbonization plans.

Responsibilities 

• Performing life cycle assessments (LCAs) for regulatory and non-regulatory applications
• Developing ISO-compliant LCA study reports and models
• Guiding LCAs through external third-party critical review process
• Performing other technical analyses, including data collection, spreadsheet creation and calculations, and QA/QC
• Developing deliverables such as greenhouse gas footprints and sustainability reports
• Communicating actionable information to clients through reports, presentations, and workshops
• Supporting ClimeCo teams and our clients with other project types, including developing strategy, assessing climate risk and opportunities, engaging stakeholders throughout the supply chain, and more
• Fostering a team culture driven by collaboration, intellectual curiosity, accountability, and empathy

ClimeCo embraces diversity and welcomes candidates who contribute to a climate that supports our staff of all identities and backgrounds. We further commit ourselves to an inclusive workplace where we value the perspectives of all employees by recognizing and appreciating their unique skills and talents. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

ClimeCo embraces diversity and welcomes candidates who contribute to a climate that supports our staff of all identities and backgrounds. We further commit ourselves to an inclusive workplace where we value the perspectives of all employees by recognizing and appreciating their unique skills and talents. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

Requirements

• BS/BA in engineering, sustainability, or a related field
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Able to travel occasionally (5-10% time)
• Interested in the opportunity to help businesses address global challenges such as climate change

Desired Skills

• 1-4 years of professional experience performing life cycle assessment
• Experience using openLCA, GREET, SimaPro, GHGenius, or other LCA software
• Familiar with ISO 14040 and ISO 14044
• Experience with California LCFS Tier 2 fuel pathway applications and 45Q would be an asset
• Experience with CCUS, emissions-intensive industries (ex. cement, hydrogen, steel, refining, power generation) and/or biofuel sector (ex. Bioethanol, biodiesel, hydrogen-derived renewable diesel) would be an asset
• Ability to apply LCA results within relevant climate regulations to identify value creation opportunities would be a plus
• Knowledge of other industry standards including Greenhouse Gas Protocol, ISO 14067, SBTi, TCFD, and CDP would be an asset
• Excellent communication skills, effective at teaching others, and comfortable asking questions when necessary
• Analytical thinking and fast learning, comfortable with qualitative and quantitative problems, spreadsheets, approximations, and engineering assumptions
• Empathetic team player, excited to contribute to an inclusive company culture
• Rigorous planning and proactive communication, comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously and balancing shifting priorities
• Strong public speaking and facilitation skills
• Trust-builder, solution-oriented and dependable
• Innovative and creative mindset

Compensation & Benefits

ClimeCo offers a competitive salary and bonus structure with benefits including 401(k) with employer match, medical/dental/vision benefits, EAP program, paid time off, holidays, and more.

The salary range for a well-qualified Analyst is $52,500-70,000 annually, considering individual work experience and work location.

ClimeCo LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Our employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Additional Information

The position is a full-time, salaried and exempt, which is ineligible for overtime pay under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.