Energy Programs & Incentives Engineer in Hamburg

Job Description

Energy Programs & Incentives Engineer

An opportunity has now arisen for an Energy Programs & Incentives Engineer to play a key role in maximizing the value of energy-related grants, incentives, subsidies and funding programs across our EMEA operations.

This is an exciting opportunity for an energy professional who combines technical engineering expertise with knowledge of energy regulation, incentives and sustainability.

You will help turn ambitious decarbonization and energy-efficiency goals into financially viable projects by identifying funding opportunities, developing strong business cases and managing regulatory submissions and compliance requirements.

Working closely with site leadership, Sustainable Operations Managers, engineering teams, external consultants and regulatory authorities, you will help secure financial support for projects that reduce energy consumption, operating costs and carbon emissions.

• Your Responsibilities
• Lead and coordinate energy grants, incentives, reliefs and compliance programs across EMEA sites.
• Identify and secure funding opportunities for energy efficiency, renewable energy, decarbonization and utility optimization projects.
• Prepare and manage applications for electricity price compensation schemes, Bes AR, BECV, SPK, Industrial Electricity Price programs and other energy-related incentives.
• Support EU ETS, national ETS and carbon reporting, verification and compliance activities including management of regulatory submissions and incentive program obligations.
• Maintain and improve ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems and support certification audits.
• Monitor energy-intensity KPIs and identify operational inefficiencies and optimization opportunities.
• Support the implementation of the company's EMEA decarbonization strategy and site-level decarbonization roadmaps.
• Develop techno-economic business cases and support capital investment and project prioritization decisions.
• Manage reinvestment obligations, audit responses and regulatory documentation associated with incentive programs.
• Monitor changes in energy legislation and assess their impact on operations, costs and funding opportunities.
• Conduct energy assessments, audits and Energy Treasure Hunts to identify energy‑saving opportunities.
• Support energy forecasting, budgeting and utility cost tracking.
• Develop analytical tools to identify abnormal energy consumption and operational inefficiencies.
• Perform preliminary engineering assessments, including energy balances, thermodynamic evaluations and initial equipment sizing.
• Evaluate opportunities involving heat recovery, process optimization, steam and condensate systems, utility efficiency and other energy‑saving technologies that improve project economics and sustainability performance.
• Act as a secondary holder of critical energy-management and regulatory compliance knowledge.

Your Profile

• BSc or MSc in Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Good experience in energy engineering, utilities, sustainability or industrial operations. together with experience working with energy incentives, regulatory programs or energy efficiency projects.
• Strong understanding of European energy regulations, incentive mechanisms and industrial decarbonization programs.
• Knowledge of European energy legislation and industrial energy support mechanisms is highly desirable, particularly within Germany.
• Ability to interpret legal requirements and coordinate implementation with external consultants, auditors and authorities.
• Experience managing energy grants, subsidies, incentives, tax reliefs, or government funding programs.
• Experience with EU ETS, national ETS, carbon reporting, or emissions compliance programs.
• Experience with energy management systems and energy efficiency projects.
• Experience supporting audits, reporting or regulatory compliance processes.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable savings or operational improvements.
• Knowledge of ISO 50001 is preferred.
• Fluency in English is essential with German language skills a strong advantage.
• Travel across the EU region will be required as needed up to 15% of your time.
• Your Future Perspective
• Challenging tasks, short decision‑making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models
• Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path.
• A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity.

To assist with this all colleagues are able to join our Women’s and Multicultural Employee Resource Groups, and the ADM Pride Employee Network and the Young Professionals Network.

As well as the company wide mentorship program as mentor or mentee.

• Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company.
• An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidized health & fitness offers.
• ADM is a company where managers and colleagues are encouraged to discuss and enable the flexibility that is needed to meet the demands of work and life
• #Including You

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career.

We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Culture, Engagement & Inclusion | ADM.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide.

With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow.

We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company.

Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more.

From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over.

Learn more at www. adm. com.

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