Energy Engineer

CIS Industries; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

401K match program

Company supplemented health insurance

Employer paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Dental and Vision options

Job summary

CIS Industries in Lafayette, Louisiana, is seeking an experienced energy auditor to conduct energy assessments and optimize HVAC systems. The role involves detailed analysis and modeling to improve energy efficiency and building automation systems.

Ideal candidates will have a background in engineering, expertise in energy efficiency, and hands-on experience with HVAC systems. The position offers competitive benefits including 401K matching and health insurance options.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and psychrometrics.
• Experience with trend analysis and data-driven decision making.
• Knowledge of control sequences and optimization strategies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed on-site energy audits of commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
• Develop building energy models using tools such as eQUEST and EnergyPlus.
• Implement demand control strategies to optimize energy efficiency.

Skills

Energy efficiency

HVAC systems knowledge

Data analysis

Control strategies

Trend analysis

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

eQUEST

EnergyPlus

TRACE 3D

Job description

CIS Industries has built a reputation over its 20+ year history for creating an enjoyable and rewarding workplace. The company emphasizes stability, loyalty and a supportive culture. Join our growing team today!

1. Energy Auditing & Site Assessments

• Conduct detailed on-site energy audits of commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
• Evaluate existing Building Automation Systems (BAS/DDC) for operational efficiency and control strategy effectiveness.
• Identify deficiencies in sequences of operation, control loops, sensor accuracy, and equipment performance.
• Collect, trend, and analyze field data (temperatures, flows, pressures, run times, etc).
• Perform Level I–III ASHRAE energy audits as required.
• Document existing conditions and provide actionable recommendations for optimization.
• Collect and distill Utility billing data for consumption and spend

2. DDC Controls Optimization & Analysis

• Review and validate existing DDC control sequences for HVAC systems (AHUs, RTUs, CHWs, HW systems, VAVs, etc.).
• Develop improved control strategies to optimize:
  • Energy efficiency
  • Comfort
  • Equipment lifecycle
• Perform reprogramming or provide detailed sequences for controls contractors.
• Analyze and resolve issues such as:
  • Simultaneous heating & cooling
  • Improper economizer operation
  • Poor setpoint management
• Implement demand control strategies (e.g., supply air reset, chilled water reset, static pressure reset).
• Utilize trend logs and analytics tools to identify optimization opportunities.

3. Energy Modeling & Simulation

• Develop building energy models using tools such as:
  • eQUEST
  • EnergyPlus / OpenStudio
  • TRACE 3D / HAP
• Calibrate models using utility data and field measurements.
• Evaluate energy conservation measures (ECMs), including:
  • Control system upgrades
  • Equipment retrofits
  • Operational changes
• Quantify projected energy savings, cost savings, and ROI.
• Support measurement & verification (M&V) using IPMVP methodologies.

4. HVAC Systems Performance Analysis

• Analyze performance of key HVAC systems:
  • Chilled water plants
  • Hot water systems
  • Air handling systems
  • Ventilation systems
• Identify inefficiencies such as:
  • Equipment short cycling
  • Excessive ventilation
  • Poor part-load performance
• Perform load calculations and compare against actual system operation.
• Evaluate system capacity vs. demand to identify oversizing or control issues.

5. Controls Design & Sequence Development

• Develop detailed HVAC sequences of operation aligned with:
  • ASHRAE guidelines (e.g., Guideline 36)
  • Owner project requirements (OPR)
• Specify control points, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Support the design of new BAS/DDC systems or retrofits.
• Review and approve control submittals, shop drawings, and sequences.
• Participate in or lead commissioning and retro-commissioning efforts.
• Verify proper installation and operation of controls and HVAC systems.
• Develop and execute functional performance tests (FPTs).
• Identify and correct operational issues post-installation.
• Provide recommendations to improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Utilize BAS data, cloud analytics platforms, or fault detection & diagnostics (FDD) tools.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs for energy performance monitoring.
• Conduct ongoing monitoring-based commissioning (MBCx).
• Identify anomalies and recommend corrective actions.
• Implement automated fault detection rules.

8. Energy Conservation Measures (ECM) Development

• Identify, develop, and prioritize ECMs such as:
  • Setpoint optimization
  • Scheduling improvements
  • Advanced control logic
  • Equipment upgrades
• Develop cost estimates and financial analysis (NPV, IRR, payback).
• Prepare technical reports and business cases for stakeholders.

9. Utility & Incentive Program Support

• Support utility rebate and incentive applications.
• Provide required documentation, calculations, and savings estimates.
• Coordinate with program administrators and verify compliance requirements.

10. Documentation & Reporting

• Findings
• Energy savings opportunities
• Financial analysis
• Develop sequence of operations documents and control narratives.
• Maintain accurate records of system configurations and changes.
• Present findings to clients, facility teams, and stakeholders.
• Work closely with:
  • Mechanical engineers
  • Controls contractors
  • Facility managers
  • Commissioning agents
• Provide technical guidance during installation, startup, and optimization.
• Support project execution from concept through implementation.

12. Compliance & Standards

• Ensure all work aligns with:
  • ASHRAE standards (e.g., 90.1, Guideline 36)
  • Local energy codes
  • Sustainability initiatives (LEED, ENERGY STAR)
• Stay current with industry trends in smart buildings, IoT, and advanced controls.

13. Training & Knowledge Transfer

• Train facility staff on BAS/DDC operation and optimized control strategies.
• Develop documentation and standard procedures for ongoing operations.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and psychrometrics
• Experience with trend analysis and data-driven decision making
• Proficiency in energy modeling tools
• Knowledge of control sequences and optimization strategies
• Familiarity with ASHRAE standards and energy codes

Benefits include paid vacation, 50% 401K match program up to 4% of gross pay, Safe Harbor company contribution 3% of your annual salary, a company supplemented health insurance program, plus employer paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability. Dental and Vision options are available.

Salary commensurate with job experience.