Energy Engineer

This position is responsible for leading tasks associated with the energy engineering of basic performance contracting projects as well as performing tasks and functions associated with the energy engineering of complex projects of unlimited scope and size.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.
• Lead tasks associated with performing preliminary and detailed energy engineering studies of basic and intermediate complexity projects.
• Participate in performing preliminary and detailed energy engineering studies of complex projects of unlimited scope and size.
• Perform energy-use baseline analysis, including utility rate simulations and weather normalization.
• Generate baseline energy models, perform energy savings calculations, and identify any risk associated with the projections.
• Assist in defining project scope. Ensure savings projections are plausible and financial risk is identified.
• Prepare technical audit reports.
• Assist in training & developing of junior engineers on the team May assist in sales presentations.

EDUCATION:

Four-year science or engineering degree

EXPERIENCE:

Eight years relevant work experience

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Advanced understanding of building systems and energy use.
• Intermediate understanding of energy modeling software, such as eQuest, HAP, Energy Plus, Trane Trace, or Visual DOE.
• Advanced ability to use Microsoft Office programs including but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills including, but not limited to, the ability to listen effectively and solicit input from others.
• Intermediate organizational skills including, but not limited to, the ability to handle multiple demands and assignments, the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently, and the ability to manage resource procurement and utilization.
• Intermediate employee training and mentoring skills Good understanding of Performance Contracting.
• Intermediate understanding of Project Development processes.
• Certified Energy Manager certification is preferred.
• Professional Engineer license is preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary duties of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties.

The majority of the work is sedentary.

However, when performing job site visits the employee will encounter: moving over rough or uneven surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; recurring lifting of moderately heavy to light items. Transporting of items such as laptop computers, tools, ladders and other heavy equipment; driving an automobile, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties. While performing the primary functions of the job, the employee is regularly exposed a general office environment. During periods of project site visits, the employee will be exposed to outside weather conditions as well as mechanical equipment rooms which could consist of confined spaces and loud noises. Employee may work in different environments while on various job sites. This job will require approximately 25% travel to project sites. Travel will occur through the use of an automobile or by airplane to destinations.