Energy Engineer/ Project Developer

Natek Corporation; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is looking for an Energy Engineer/Project Developer. This role involves identifying project opportunities through feasibility assessments and conducting facility audits to enhance energy efficiency. Ideal candidates have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of experience in the energy service industry. Proficiency in engineering software and strong communication skills are essential. The position offers a flexible working environment, including remote options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in energy service or HVAC design required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering software applications.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead facility site visits with client representatives.
• Perform preliminary and detailed audits to identify project opportunities.
• Calculate energy and cost savings using applicable software tools.

Skills

Energy Service/ESPC

HVAC design

Technical communication

Facility audits

Energy efficiency analysis

Education

BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

E-Quest

TRANE Trace

Job description

Energy Engineer/ Project Developer

This position can be remote, Upstate NY. Our Client is a leading provider of Mechanical Design/ Build and ENERGY solutions in the up-state NY region. They are one of the top companies in the area.

Overview

This professional will be responsible for identifying project opportunities by conducting feasibility assessments in one or more market verticals (MUSH Market). They will also perform preliminary and detailed facility audits to identify and develop improvement measure project opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead facility site visits with client representative and communicate with outside vendors as it pertains to FIM development
• Lead technical aspects of preliminary and final performance contracting proposal development, including energy benchmarks, proposed project descriptions, utility cost savings and preliminary cost estimates
• Determine existing facility AMEP system design and control concepts and operating characteristics with client technical representative
• Determine original systems design concepts and control strategies; compare with existing system operating characteristics
• Benchmark facilities utility use and costs compared to applicable standards (CBECS, etc.)
• Reconcile utility use of applicable AMEP systems by applying operating characteristics or using energy simulation software
• Compare existing building system operating efficiencies to current energy efficiency/code standards and industry best practices. Determine and rank potential opportunities to renovate systems to improve system efficiencies and reduce operating costs
• Determine potential savings and overall project opportunity
• Calculate energy and cost savings using existing templates or create new calculations using applicable software tools
• Create detailed project scopes of work. Coordinate project scope contact with Operations in order to meet bidding requirements
• Determine savings interaction from proposed FIMS and expected rate changes
• Coordinate project development opportunities with Operations representative
• Work in a team environment that includes managers, sales, estimating, design/CAD, construction & service personnel to drive business

Experience and Requirements

• BSME or EE or related discipline is highly desirable and advanced degree is a plus with equivalent work and field experience. Experience with Performance contracting / ESPC industry preferred
• Min. 5+ years of experience in energy service / ESPC / ESCO or HVAC design experience required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, Adobe, E-Quest, DOE-II, AutoCAD, RIVET, TRANE Trace, or Carrier
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Strong ability to compile, synthesize and explain technical information
• Knowledge in heating and cooling load calculations, commercial ventilation and air infiltration, data measurement/metering collection analysis
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to create results driven, team oriented environment

Specialties Desired

BS degree
PE
CEM
CEA
CMVP
LEED AP
ASHRAE
Energy Audits
Design Build
Investment Grade Audits
Performance Contracting
Building Automation
Bundled Solutions
ESPC
Energy Conservation
Energy Efficiency
Energy Savings

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