Project Development Engineer

Ameresco; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Ameresco is seeking a Project Development Engineer in Portland, OR to join our West Engineering team. You will partner on energy efficiency projects in commercial buildings, helping to identify opportunities and develop cost-effective system improvements.

You will coordinate site assessments, value energy savings, and support design, bid, and execution efforts across the project lifecycle. A strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering and building automation is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, sustainable engineering, electrical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in energy efficiency and/or building automation project development and implementation.
• Experience with chiller/boiler plants, motors, VSDs, HVAC retrofit, controls, and distributed generation is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and quantify energy savings and present findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate site visits to assess mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing systems and record energy data.
• Identify conservation opportunities and assist with energy savings calculations and assessments.
• Support engineers with design, development, and construction activities for energy efficiency projects.
• Prepare design concepts, bid documents, cost estimates, drawings, and specifications for building systems.

Skills

Energy efficiency

Building automation

Project development

Data analysis

Client communication

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe.

At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers.

New opportunity based in Portland, Oregon for a Project Development Engineer with experience in commercial buildings and mechanical systems to partner with Ameresco's West Engineering team in developing and implementing project opportunities in energy efficiency and building automation technology.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate visits to customer project sites to investigate existing mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing systems and document energy performance information, including utility data and facility infrastructure drawings.

• Identify opportunities for conservation or efficiency and assist with preparation of energy savings calculations and technical engineering assessment.

• Assist engineers with design and development activities in support of construction, operations, and maintenance of customer site projects as required by energy savings performance contracts.

• Collaborate with project engineers to prepare conceptual and detailed design and bid documents, cost estimates, drawings, and specifications for energy efficient building technology and system measures.

• Coordinate with vendors and installation contractors for feasibility and pricing verification of proposed project modifications.

• Provide technical guidance throughout development, construction, project commissioning, and operations, including proposals, reports, cost estimates, and presentations.

• Assure successful project implementation that meets or exceeds company objectives, financial parameters, and technical needs required to deliver customer energy cost savings.

• Cultivate and maintain effective business relationships at all levels and project phases.

• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, sustainable engineering, electrical engineering or related field.

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in energy efficiency and/or building automation project development and implementation. NOTE: Candidates with fewer years of experience may also be considered for a lower level position.

Additional Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and quantify energy savings and implement complex projects involving chiller and boiler plants, motors, VSDs, HVAC retrofit, controls, and distributed generation.

• Knowledge of measurement and verification, project cost estimating and accounting desired.

• Experience with building simulation and related software and industrial facility retrofits is a plus.

• Excellent verbal, written, computer, technical data, spreadsheet, and presentation communication and organizational skills.

• MS Office proficiency required with advanced Excel and Word experience preferred.

• Excellent verbal, written, and computer communication and technical presentation skills.

• Valid Driver's License issued by state of residence and in good standing.

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Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.

Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.