Decarbonization & Sustainability Specialist

Who We Are

Mazzetti is a global engineering design and consulting firm with a rich history of delivering forward-thinking solutions primarily for Healthcare and Life Sciences facilities and infrastructure. As an employee-owned benefit corporation, we are committed to bending the climate curve™. Though our story began with a small team of MEP engineers, 60 years later, we’ve grown to 200+ people in 11 locations across the U.S., India, and Africa. We are proud to partner with clients, addressing a spectrum of needs, mindful of their environmental footprint, resiliency, and economic and functional interests. 

Our Vision: Creating healthier, enduring environments

Our Mission: Bending the climate curve™

Our Core Values:

Earn Trust: Trust is the foundation of our success. Through transparent communication, ethical practices, and consistent results, we build enduring relationships with clients, partners, and communities. 

Team First: We prioritize collaboration, inclusivity, and mutual support, recognizing that collective strength drives success. Every team member’s unique contributions are valued and celebrated. 

Inspire: We ignite creativity, innovation, and passion to exceed expectations, fostering a culture of learning and bold exploration that drives positive change and lasting impact.

We proudly hold the JUST Label, an affirmation of our values-driven culture and commitment to environmental and social impact.

Mazzetti’s Sustainability Practice is committed to creating resilient, environmentally responsible solutions that deliver meaningful impact for clients and communities. From decarbonization strategies to innovative sustainable design, we prioritize the health of people and the planet while advancing our mission to engineer a better future. Our expertise includes a comprehensive suite of decarbonization consulting services (BLUE by Mazzetti), as well as Commissioning and Retrocommissioning. We a small, high-impact team within a large engineering firm, united by our commitment to bending the climate curve™. We operate remotely, we foster a collaborative, supportive, and purpose-driven environment where humor and teamwork thrive. We offer abundant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development, empowering team members to make a lasting difference.

Job Summary

The Decarbonization & Sustainability Specialist plays a key role in advancing Mazzetti’s climate action, decarbonization, and sustainability work. This role blends technical expertise, project leadership, and client engagement to deliver high-quality climate solutions. You will lead greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories, support energy and decarbonization analysis, serve as a LEED Project Administrator, contribute to green building certifications, and help clients navigate a range of climate, energy, and reporting frameworks.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of technical rigor, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven work. Join us to help bend the climate curve through technical excellence, collaboration, and meaningful impact.

Work Location

This role is fully remote within India. Candidates in India may need additional time-zone flexibility, as most clients and project teams are based in the continental U.S. We therefore expect this person to be available for meetings during U.S., and occasional Japan, working hours, while maintaining a standard India working schedule for other tasks.

Your Tasks Will Involve

Climate Action Planning & GHG Inventory

• Lead GHG inventories and assessments aligned with recognized standards (e.g., GHG Protocol, ISO 14064).
• Analyze emissions data, develop baselines and forecasts, and identify decarbonization opportunities.
• Support energy modeling, energy performance analysis, or efficiency assessments as part of broader climate strategies.
• Communicate technical findings through clear visuals, reports, and client presentations.

Green Building & LEED Project Delivery

• Serve as LEED Project Administrator and support certification efforts across LEED, WELL, and other rating systems.
• Manage MEP-related LEED documentation and participate in integrative design workshops.
• Support embodied carbon assessments using LCA tools such as One Click LCA.

Decarbonization Strategy & Implementation

• Develop decarbonization and energy roadmaps for clients.
• Evaluate the technical and financial feasibility of emissions-reduction strategies, technologies, and design approaches.
• Stay current on emerging regulations, technologies, and trends shaping decarbonization and sustainability.

Project Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead or support project management tasks, including scope, schedule, and deliverables.
• Produce high-quality reports, proposals, and client-facing materials.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and help oversee interns or early-career contributors.

Research & Knowledge Building

• Conduct research on emerging climate technologies, policies, and methodologies.
• Synthesize findings into actionable insights for clients and internal teams.
• Contribute to practice-wide knowledge resources and innovation.

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel (approximately 1-3 times per year) to attend relevant conferences or industry-related events. 

Expertise And Abilities You Will Contribute

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Approximately 3-6 years of experience in GHG accounting, carbon management, energy management, green building certification, or sustainability consulting.
• Strong understanding of GHG accounting frameworks (e.g., GHG Protocol, ISO 14064) and sustainability reporting mechanisms (e.g., CDP, TCFD, SBTi).
• Proficiency in energy modeling and energy performance analysis tools (e.g., eQUEST, EnergyPlus, IESVE) and experience applying them to building or system-level assessments.
• Experience with energy analysis tools, carbon accounting software, or green building certification platforms.
• LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) credential.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and collaborate effectively across teams and disciplines.
• Demonstrated project management capability and experience delivering projects from initiation to closeout.
•  Possess a valid passport and have the ability to travel internationally for this role, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with healthcare facilities or other complex building types.
• Familiarity with life-cycle assessment tools (LCA), financial modeling, or cost-benefit analysis.
• Knowledge of renewable energy systems, electrification strategies, and low-carbon technologies.
• Experience presenting to client, stakeholder, or leadership groups.
• Ability to tell a compelling technical or business story through data, visuals, and narrative structure.

You Will Thrive In This Role If You

• Bring a collaborative, team-first approach and build trust through transparency and follow-through.
• Are curious, proactive, and eager to deepen your technical expertise.
• Enjoy solving complex, interdisciplinary problems and developing meaningful climate solutions.
• Communicate clearly and thoughtfully with clients, teammates, and partners.
• Manage deadlines reliably and anticipate project needs.
• Care deeply about climate impact and are inspired by Mazzetti’s mission and our commitments as a Benefit Corporation.

What We Offer

At Mazzetti, we believe in supporting our employees with competitive compensation and a dynamic benefits package.

Compensation: We are committed to equitable pay and will evaluate final compensation based on relevant experience and skills in alignment with internal equity and market data.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Medical and Life insurance
• Performance-based bonuses

Work-Life Balance:

• Generous PTO and other paid holidays as per Indian HR Law
• Flexible work options: fully remote, with flexible hours (depending on the role)
• Wellness program with live and on-demand fitness classes, mental health resources, wellness challenges, and incentives for healthy habits

Family Support: Paid parental leave 

Professional Development: Mentorship opportunities to help you grow in your career

Home Office Support:

• Reimbursement for cellphone and internet costs for qualifying employees
• Home office package and additional reimbursement opportunities for work-related expenses

Community Engagement:

• Employee engagement programs and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Gain hands-on experience furthering Mazzetti’s mission of making environments better through the Sextant Foundation. Learn more here.

Mazzetti is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and value individuals from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to and promote an inclusive environment where everyone is respected and empowered to contribute. Join us in shaping a brighter future through engineering and innovation.