Energy Sustainability Engineer (HVAC / Energy Conservation)

Barghest Building Performance Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Barghest Building Performance Pte Ltd is seeking an Energy Sustainability Engineer to perform Level 1–3 energy audits on HVAC systems in new and existing buildings. You will identify ECMs, design concepts, and supervise on-site measurement activities to support energy cost reductions and efficiency improvements.

Responsibilities include coordinating field surveys, preparing BOQs, and delivering clear documentation for project hand-overs.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Controls, Energy or Environmental Engineering.
• 2-5 years’ experience in an Energy or Mechanical Engineering position.
• Energy/Sustainability related certification is a plus.
• Specialist qualification in Refrigeration and Air-conditioning and Energy Management is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC energy efficiency methodologies (Chillers, Pumps, Cooling Towers, AHUs)
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems is an added advantage.
• Hands-on experience with instrumentation installations (meters, sensors) is preferred.
• Proficient in MS Excel and MS Office.
• Strong written and oral communication skills for client interaction and report writing.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team; self-starter with analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Level 1 to Level 3 energy audits for HVAC systems in buildings.
• Plan and lead site measurement plans and deploy instruments to measure water flow, energy, temperatures, etc.
• Identify ECMs on HVAC systems and present proposals to sales/management.
• Prepare BOQ and conduct conceptual design analyses for ECM proposals.
• Coordinate and inspect on-site work by suppliers, consultants, and contractors.
• Ensure thorough documentation for project hand-over with the Project Team.

Education

Degree or Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Controls, Energy or Environmental Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

Power meters

Temperature sensors

Pressure sensors

Flow meters

Job description

Purpose of the role

The position is responsible for conducting Level 1 to Level 3 Energy Audit of HVAC systems, identifying and qualifying energy efficiency opportunities in new and existing buildings through the improvement of HVAC systems. The Energy Sustainability Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and evaluation of the opportunity to reduce energy costs and improve energy efficiency of the HVAC systems.

Main Accountabilities

• Support Sales in the pre-qualification and conduct desktop analysis of the client opportunity
• Plan, organize, lead internal team to implement site measurement plans and deploy instruments to measure parameters such as water flow rate, water pressure, energy consumption, temperatures, etc.
• Perform on-site energy efficiency audits to identify Energy Conservation Measures (ECM) on HVAC systems (Chillers, Pumps, Cooling Towers, Air Handling Units)
• Perform conceptual design, analysis, preparing BOQ of the ECM and present the proposal to sales and management.
• Coordinate, lead and inspect on-site work and installations performed by suppliers, consultants, and contractors during on-site survey
• Ensure a clear documentation for proper project hand-over with the Project Team and supports the Project Team during kick-off phase

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Controls, Energy or Environmental Engineering
• 2-5 years’ experience in an Energy or Mechanical Engineering position.
• Professional Energy/Sustainability related certification such as Singapore Certified Energy Manager (SCEM), BCA Energy Auditor, or BCA Green Mark Accredited Professional is a plus
• Specialist qualification in Refrigeration and Air-conditioning and Energy Management will be an added advantage
• Strong knowledge of energy efficiency methodology of HVAC system (Chillers, Pumps, Cooling Towers, Air Handling Units)
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration system will be an added advantage
• Hands-on experience of instrumentation installations (power meters, temperature sensors, and pressure sensors, flow meters) is preferred
• Good knowledge in MS Office, especially in-depth knowledge in MS Excel
• Strong written and oral communication skills for customer interaction and report writing
• A willingness to learn and work in a team environment with extensive contact with clients
• Ability to work autonomously and independent with little oversight.
• Independent and self-starter with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills