Energy Manager

GPTECH; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GPTech seeks an Energy Manager to support facility energy management activities for the U.S. Air Force at Westover ARB near Springfield, MA. Responsibilities include utility data management, energy program management, and training, with occasional travel across the U.S.

U.S. citizenship and background check are required. The role requires a mechanical/electrical/energy engineering background, 5+ years of energy management experience, and credentials such as CEM/CEA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Minimum 5 years of facility energy management experience.
• Active CEM or CEA credential from AEE is required.

Responsibilities

• Quality control, auditing and reporting on utility bills.
• Analyze energy meter data to benchmark building performance.
• Support Air Force and federal energy reporting requirements.
• Provide support for building automation and energy management systems.
• Train federal staff and participate in client meetings.
• Develop reports and white papers on investments and decisions.
• Stay current on energy industry developments and practices.
• Coordinate project management with GPTech leads and finance.

Skills

Energy modeling software

Spreadsheet calculations

Professional writing

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Energy Engineering

Tools

eQUEST

Job description

GPTech is a global energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a future for all. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact for realizing a sustainable future.

Working at the intersection of energy, infrastructure, and development, GPTech provides solutions to government agencies, quasi-government organizations, multilateral financial institutions, and utilities with sizable investments in energy and infrastructure. Providing comprehensive services from project inception to completion and post-completion, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve lasting impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement.

With humble beginnings as a startup between two college friends, today, after 15 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients and 75 countries. We continue to lead the world in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to manage Earth’s resources and to meet society’s needs. GPTech is a mission-driven technical consulting company that specializes in energy, infrastructure, and development. GPTech’s work is guided by its core mission, vision, and value. Visit greenpwrd.com for more information.

GPTech is a global energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a future for all. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact for realizing a sustainable future.

Working at the intersection of energy, infrastructure, and development, GPTech provides solutions to government agencies, quasi-government organizations, multilateral financial institutions, and utilities with sizable investments in energy and infrastructure. Providing comprehensive services from project inception to completion and post-completion, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve lasting impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement.

With humble beginnings as a startup between two college friends, today, after 15 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients and 75 countries. We continue to lead the world in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to manage Earth’s resources and to meet society’s needs. GPTech is a mission-driven technical consulting company that specializes in energy, infrastructure, and development. GPTech’s work is guided by its core mission, vision, and value. Visit greenpwrd.com for more information.

About the Position:

GPTech is seeking an Energy Manager to support facility energy management activities, including utility data management and reporting, energy meter data analysis, energy program management, technical advice and support for energy management and building automation projects, and training. The position will support the U.S. Air Force at Westover ARB, near Springfield, MA. Additional travel throughout the U.S. may occasionally be required. U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a background investigation are required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide quality control, auditing and analysis/reporting related to utility bills
• Manage and analyze energy meter data to benchmark building performance and to support the development of operational efficiency improvements
• Provide technical and program management support to assist with the preparation of Air Force, DOD, and other Federal energy reporting requirements
• Provide technical support related to building automation systems and energy management control systems
• Provide technical support and training to federal staff
• Engaging in client meetings relevant to assigned work scope.
• Developing targeted communications and detailed reports (white papers, fact sheets, research summaries, briefings, technical analyses, data analysis presentations) on recommended investments and decisions
• Staying current on industry developments in relevant technologies and business practices.
• Providing project management support including coordination with GPTech Practice Area leads and Finance and Administration to fulfill corporate project management and contract management requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• U.S. citizenship with the ability to pass a background investigation
• Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year accredited college or university in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional facility energy management experience
• Active Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) credential from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).
• Professional writing and verbal skills
• Proficiency in energy modeling software (e.g., eQUEST, EnergyPlus, Trane TRACE) and spreadsheet-based engineering calculations.
• Proficiency with software tools for research, analysis, reporting, communications, and collaboration

Preferred Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate for this position will also have some of the following:
• Professional Engineer license or Engineer in Training (EIT)
• LEED AP or similar certification
• Active U.S. security clearance
• Experience working with the U.S. Army or Air Force on energy-related projects
• Knowledge of and experience with federal organizations, federal facility energy policies and mandates, and energy management strategies goals
• Field and desk experience with energy system design, installation, operations, maintenance, inspection, and diagnostics

Salary Range: $100,000 – $150,000 annually (Pay Band 4A)

This is a non-management position

This is a regular full time position

The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

GPTech obeys all laws prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.