Location: Limerick, Ireland (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reporting To: Energy Management Services Lead
About EM3
EM3 is a market-leading energy consultancy company, delivering end-to-end energy management and engineering solutions to large-scale industrial clients. Through innovation, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to sustainability, EM3 helps customers significantly reduce energy use, lower carbon emissions, and improve operational efficiency.
Headquarters based in Limerick, Ireland with additional offices in Madrid, Spain and Chicago, USA. With a team of over 75 professionals, we specialise in identifying, implementing, monitoring and verifying energy-saving initiatives for industrial clients globally. Our work spans across energy auditing, ISO 50001 systems, energy monitoring and analytics and turnkey decarbonisation project delivery. EM3 partners with clients in sectors such as manufacturing, food and beverage, pharma, Medical Devices and data centres.
As part of SHV Energy, a global organisation operating across 25 countries, EM3 is committed to advancing energy efficiency and sustainability in the industrial manufacturing sector.
Role Overview
The Senior Energy Manager is responsible for leading the delivery of comprehensive energy management services across industrial client sites. This role combines technical expertise, strategic thinking, and client engagement to identify, develop, and implement energy-efficient solutions that reduce operational costs and support sustainability objectives.
The position requires a proactive, self-directed professional who can operate independently, while also providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members and contributing to wider business initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Energy Management & Technical Delivery
- Deliver end-to-end energy management services across multiple client sites.
- Conduct energy audits, analyse consumption patterns, and identify optimisation opportunities
- Develop and implement tailored energy management strategies aligned with client operations and sustainability targets.
- Design and support the implementation of energy management systems, including ISO 50001 frameworks.
- Establish site-level energy flows and develop energy performance baselines.
- Recommend and support the deployment of energy-efficient solutions (e.g. HVAC, boilers, chillers, pumps, renewable integration).
Client Engagement & Advisory
- Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with client stakeholders.
- Provide clear, data-driven recommendations to improve energy performance and reduce costs.
- Prepare and deliver reports outlining savings opportunities, return on investment, and environmental impacts.
- Guide clients through the implementation of energy-saving initiatives, ensuring successful outcomes.
- Develop energy reduction roadmaps and monitor progress against targets.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Lead energy management delivery across a portfolio of sites, with support from junior engineers.
- Provide mentoring, technical guidance, and knowledge sharing across the team.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists and senior engineers.
- Contribute to team capability development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Project & Business Contribution
- Manage time, budgets, and resources across multiple client projects effectively.
- Support business development activities, including identifying opportunities and contributing to proposals.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Energy Management, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
- Professional certification in energy management (e.g., CEM, CEA) is advantageous.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in energy management, consultancy, or a related technical field.
- Proven experience delivering energy audits and implementing energy-saving initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of industrial energy systems and sustainability best practices.
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.
- Full, clean driving licence
Core Competencies
- Client Relationship Management – Ability to build credibility and establish long-term partnerships with clients, understanding their operational needs and aligning energy strategies accordingly.
- Project & Time Management – Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and stakeholders effectively.
- Technical Expertise – In-depth knowledge of energy systems, technologies, and standards, with the ability to apply this expertise in practical, client-focused solutions.
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving – Capability to interpret complex data, identify inefficiencies, and design innovative solutions that enhance performance and reduce energy consumption.
- Communication & Influencing – Skilled in translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences.
- Leadership & Development – Ability to guide, mentor, and support junior colleagues while fostering a collaborative and high-performance team culture.
- Commercial Awareness – Understanding of business drivers, cost-benefit analysis, and the financial impact of energy management decisions.
- Adaptability & Self-Management – Demonstrates initiative, works independently, and adapts effectively in a dynamic and evolving environment.
Why Join EM3·
- Opportunity to influence the growth of EM3’s expanding global operations.·
- Work with a highly skilled international engineering team.·
- Competitive compensation with benefits.·
- Exposure to cutting-edge energy and engineering technologies.·
- Meaningful work supporting sustainability and operational excellence initiatives.
Offer Details:
- Competitive Salary and Benefits
- Company Bonus Structure & Sales Bonus Scheme
- Paid Time Off
- Healthcare Plan
- Company Contribution Retirement Plan
- Life Assurance
- Income Protection Scheme
- Flexible work schedule with work-from-home opportunities.
- A focus on learning and development for all employees.
- Health & Well-being programs
- Career Opportunities
- Opportunities to travel
- Professional Body Membership
- Employee Referral Programme
- Sports and Social events and much more
Salary Grade: €58,737 – €71,789
If you are passionate about energy efficiency and have the expertise to lead impactful consultancy services initiatives, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
EM3 is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.